Garment Sewing Finishes

The last few weeks have been busy with visits with our grandkids and children.

I like to have lots of time to plan and contemplate when I work on quilts.

But garment sewing is different for me. I can pick it up and sew a bit in spare minutes.

McCalls patterns were on sale this week for $2 each. I bought five patterns - four for tops for me.

This llama knit was on sale, too. Then I went in search of stretch needles and twin needles for my sewing machine. In no time at all this knit top was finished. I love the fit and it was very easy to make.

A new pattern, McCalls 8115, I changed the back and sleeves. I left out the elastic in the back and made the sleeves longer.

This top was made from my fabric stash. I bought the fabric to make a maxi dress many years ago.

I used about half of the fabric to make Butterick 5999, view A.

The fabric is light weight and presses easily. I think I will wear it often.

Same top on a hanger.

Another easy top to make.

I shared this one last week.

This is the second time I have made this pattern and it was easier the second time.

New Look 6374, modified view D.

I tried two new patterns this past week.

Thinking about going back to My Small World quilt.

But wait! I have ordered some cute crossstitch kits from DMC.com.

I will share when they are delivered. Look forward to some hand sewing while I watch TV.