four more
Yes, I know you are probably sick of hearing about me going back to work but I’m not sick of talking about it yet. My first day is tomorrow! I am feeling good about it and wondering how it will all go. I must get an early night tonight, and probably forever.
The last few days I have been in career-sewing mode and I made four knit tees from a new (to me) pattern: New Look 6735. I like the sweater knit cardigan too (the grey above the blue tee) so I may do that one day as well.
First off, I made the cap sleeve tee, to test the fit of the pattern. I used a thrifted (op shopped) charcoal grey knit that I picked up for a whole dollar but it was only around 90cm so not good for a whole lot of things. It was just enough for a nice new tee though. I can wear this under a jacket for a little while until it gets too cold.
Once I knew the pattern fit well (it looks a little tight in the bust area in that photo actually, but I think it’s fine in real life) I cut out some stash knits. First up was this yellow and black print. I honestly don’t know what I was thinking when I bought this. Oh yes, I do - I was thinking “Oh! Everyone is talking about yellow! Look! Here is something with yellow on it! Yes! I will have that!”
I may just hate it but I can’t be sure - it is growing on me. No, not literally that would be just weird. It does look a lot better with the black obi style belt. I think I might like it. A little. Anyway, it’s another option for work. Tick!
This pattern only has a three quarter length sleeve so I just added a bit of extra length - I think it was 10cm. I had another (more subdued) yellow in the pile so here is number three:
I do look altogether too pleased with myself in these photos, don’t I? Last one is a nice red and black print, again with the belt. It does help to dress these tops up a little I think.
It’s off to work I go!
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tags: 6735, fabric, Fashion Sewing, fitting, knit, New Look, New Look 6735, op shop, pattern, print, sewing, thrifted, work
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These tops are great! I really do like that brighter yellow one with the wide belt. I think I need one of those belts. You wear it so well! Soon you will be fully decked out for work, nice job!
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You have a super wardrobe for work now Jen - well done! I hope that your first day is fun and exciting, and not too tiring!
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you are off to a good start with your work wardrobe! isn’t fun getting to dress like a grown up? best of luck on your first day.
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Those all turned out wonderful! I do like how you dressed them up with the belts.
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Your new clothes look great! I love those funky patterns. Whatever happens, at least you will be looking good. Knock ‘em dead tomorrow!
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Your tops look great! Love them with the belt, your looking really fabulous all that strength work on Tuesday must have helped! I hope work goes well and your not too tired for dinner on Wednesday!
they all look great - good work! and you look terrific!