Jungle January continues!

So imagine this: your TNT skirt pattern in a jungle print?  I think I hear winds blowing and purring contentedly!  Meow!  I love this pattern and I love my python print...what else to say?  Wow!

So, if you've never sewn Sewaholic patterns before, what the heck are you waiting for?  They are just simply awesome!  They go together easily, are super cute, well drafted, stylish, and look great on a variety of people!  Any questions?

I used this print from Hancock that sewed up great and it has a bit of a stretch for extra comfort.  I made this pretty much straight from the package directions except for the lapped, rather than invisible, zipper.  Why?  I didn't have an appropriate invisible zipper so I improvised.
I made view A, which is the same one I made before.  I love the ability to wear a belt with this skirt so I do!
This was an incredible bargain--my fabric was 75% off and cost me less than $4 a yard!  All in, this skirt was less than $10 (fabric and zipper).

This skirt only takes about 2 yards so it is economical as well as stylish and an instant gratification project.  The pockets are really ingenious and are created with one piece of fabric that includes the pocket facing and back--all in one!

I made a 12 and it fits perfect in the waist but may need tweaked in the hips just a bit, as in I may take it in a tad...not quite sure as I like it just like this!

Make this if you want a quick project that you'll love wearing!

Back off ladies, the handsome young man photo bombing this is taken...he's my son and newly engaged!

Your welcome!
Sue

A Saturday Stash Buster/January Jungle tunic!

How long have I adored Marcy's style? Long, long time....her clothing is unique, slightly edgy, and fun.  Love fun clothing, life is too short for boring stuff all the time.

And here is a description from the back of the envelope: Pullover top (close-fitting through bust) has neckline and shaped hemline variations. Wrong side shows on hemline. A: raw edge finish and sleeve bands. B and C: neck binding and side slit. C: armhole binding. Sleeve hem E and hem B, C and E: stitched in place. A, D and E: neck band variations.

I made view B in a size 14.  I should have made an FBA but when I tissue fitted this, it fit fine, meaning the girls had plenty of room.  I experimented with making darts, but they just didn't seem to look right on this fabric or top.  Maybe I need more experimentation with that.  

I used a little heavier fabric than was intended for this top but I am happy with the result. Both fabric and pattern had been in my stash for quite a while--meaning at least a month for each.  I loved that I had everything I needed for this in my stash and whipped this up in a short amount of time.  I also love that it isn't a typical tunic but has unique shaping.  

This ended up being my wearable muslin.  I had the fabric but just wasn't sure what to do with it and I like how this turned out.  I will wear this a lot!  However for my next time, I will make some alterations such as an FBA, more than my usual 1/2" swayback adjustment and if I make view B again, I will lengthen each side by an inch or two so I don't have anything showing that is no one's business but my own--if you get my drift!  

I can't wait to try this with multiple fabrics like Marcy's version seen way above.  How fun!  

Thanks for reading and I hope you'll participate in Jungle January too!

Sue