Kwik Sew 2848 |
Kwik Sew 2875 |
Kwik Sew 2875 |
Both patterns are Kwik Sew . I sew a lot with these although I don`t actually own a great number because I just keep on reusing them . I was reading Paolo`s blog post about her disappointment in sewing a McCalls Jacket and I was nodding along because I had the same experience in sewing a McCalls twinset using some really lovely ( read expensive ) boucle knit and it ended up being so boxy and large and shapeless . I was so disappointed but wore it anyway because I adored the fabric. And then I discovered Pattern Review and the site highly recommended a few Kwik Sew patterns so I bought a couple on the strength of that and what a discovery. I was so happy with the fit and the shaping and hence I am always keeping a lookout for patterns I like.
The striped hoodie uses Kwik Sew 2848 on the left above and some sturdy rugby type knit( love the colours ) . I modified the pattern by adding welt pockets and a contrast trim along the front of the hoodie extending down the front bodice slit. This is only the second time I have made welt pockets so I practiced a few times with scraps and they looked very nice thank you very much . So I proceeded with my real fabric and managed to insert them upside down ! Luckily the pocket bag fabric is very soft and flexible so it doesn`t really matter but I it means I have to continue on my journey on making that mythical perfect garment .
The navy blue and `sea foam ` cardy hoodies use Kwik Sew 2875 and both are sweater ( jumper ) type knits . I added some bias binding along the front edges but otherwise sewed them up as is. Very simple pattern and very easy. I don`t really knit so I love sewing `knitted` garments. I used to be a bit scared of using sweater type knits but I have practiced several times using opshop and in the case of the sea foam cardy very cheap ( read nasty ) spotlight stuff . Kwik Sew 2875 came with a bonus camisole/singlet pattern which is excellent +++. I wear these all the time so am glad to have a great pattern which will be useful in using up scraps.
Kwik Sew 2875 |
I`m not normally a hoodie type person but you know they are great for covering up bad hair days ( basically everyday for me ) and adding a little extra warmth or even sun protection when needed so really are very useful garments.
Ok now I only have four more completed garments to catch up on.
Cheers Janine.
Janine, I love these hoodies, and have always had one or two in my wardrobe. Yours are so cute-love the pockets and the trim. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThat McCalls jacket pattern was indeed a shocker! I haven't sewn any Kwik Sew patterns apart from the dreaded onesies I made for my kids last year. On the strength of these hoodies, maybe I need to take a closer look.
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