Sunday, June 8, 2008

What I Hope to Sew Next - Post #1

I have this pattern in my stash. I made the short sleeve cropped jacket late last year (posted on PR). I pulled this pattern out, in the hopes of making the cropped pants. Yes they are elastic waist, but I want to start making some cool pants for the summer. The pattern says these are "semi-fitted", above ankle pull-on pants. Looks like a winner to me.


I purchased this pattern recently for the cropped pants. Hint, hint...the black and white view D. I would definitely add the front pockets to this version. Here again, these are also elastic waist. These appear to have a little more ease than B5000 above. I think it's worth a try.




Since I am assuming the pants won't take too long to trace and sew, I am now contemplating my next top. I have two patterns (recently purchased) that I can't seem to put down. First up, is this gorgeous Butterick 4811. I saw the sleeveless top with the tie casing at JoAnn's on display...it was cute! I would nix the standing collar and go with the regular collar.


The other top is Butterick 5025. Sleeveless of course. I actually like both the top and skirt together. Another wing collar to tackle. Yes, this has a similar collar application like Butterick 4659...I just reviewed.




Now to figure out what fabrics to use...

Be warned...I think I am in a chatty mood today.

4 comments:

Adrienne said...

Ohhh cute patterns!! I REALLY like the butterick lifestyle one!!!

Kat said...

Sure wish you lived closer! You could come over and chat with me :) . I shun elastic waist for all pannts EXCEPT capris and a skirt or two. I think because they're quick, easy, and care-free that way. Nothing binding and tight on hot summer days. Bring on those summer pants!

2BSewing: said...

Adrienne...I'm beginning to collect the Butterick Lifestyle type patterns. I'm finding they have really cool looking "ensembles"...tops & bottoms that mix and match nicely.

2BSewing: said...

Kat...I couldn't agree with you more about living closer and chatting about sewing. Can you imagine the fabric shopping field trips we'd go on? lol!

FYI. I think the pants have turned into shorts for the time being. It's faster to sew a pair of muslin shorts (and less fabric required). Plus...it's been doggone HOT the last few days :)