Showing posts with label Peekaboo. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Peekaboo. Show all posts
This post contains affiliate links to help me pay for "Welfare Wednesdays" at my local pub. Dolla drinks. (I can't even. And other white girl phrases.)

 Peekaboo take two! I sewed up a second one in sweater knit and made a few modifications that I'd like to share with you.



If you're looking for specific commentary on the pattern and how it compares with the other raglans we're sewing as part of the Raglan Tour, check out my review post here. It will give you all the details and charts to compare!



I'm tattling on myself. This was actually the FIRST one I sewed, and although it's one of my favorites, I didn't think it was a fair representation of the pattern. I wouldn't want someone to see this, sew it in normal knit and come out with a different result - so I thought I'd show you both!

P.S. Thank Amy, for making me feel like a bombshell!



I chose I sweater knit I got from a mystery box from Sincerely Rylee Fabrics on Facebook. She has the comfiest knits! Sweater knits are pretty much always going to be looser than a normal cotton lycra blend. I tried to use the self fabric for the neck band too... well, that was an experiment gone wrong. So I just turned it into a self facing and hit it with a twin needle and called it a day. It really elongated the neck line giving the slouchy, sexy look. I popped a tank under for some bra strap coverage.

I looked and looked for a spray baste to hold the lace on, however I wasn't able to locate any at Joann's. So I pinned the sheeeat out of the lace and basted it on with thread. After I had sewn all sides, I just sewed the Rainier Raglan like normal by following the instructions. :)



This sweater has turned into a favorite of mine! I wear it every week since I've sewn it. Nick loves it too, I can pop it on with jeans to look dressed up / down. I don't know how that makes sense, but trust me that it does. Maybe it looks relaxed yet not lazy... lol I don't know.



Remember, PEEKABOO FANS!!! This pattern is on Sale for 20% off when you use the code ARTOFOH to purchase the raglan through 02/29. Anyone who is a PAB fan knows that this is an AWESOME deal. Amy doesn't do sales too often, so it's widely known that you take advantage of them when she has them! <3
The pattern can be purchased through the link below!

Details
Pattern: PeekaBoo Rainier Raglan $9.95
Fabric:
Main Sincerely Rylee Knit $6 for 1.5 yards
Lace Cali Fabrics $1.50 for 0.5 yards
Notions:
Thread $.50

Estimated total cost $17.95
However, the lace was scraps, I got the fabric on discount, and the pattern was free as part of my participation in the Raglan Patter Tour. You can check out all the posts on my blog for the tour by clicking here. 
This post contains affiliate links which help me pay for my local yoga classes! <3

Hello! Hope everyone is doing good this Friday - a day late post! I hope no one holds it against me, because i have a BONUS post for tomorrow which features another Rainier, as well!

Today is all about PeekaBoo Patterns Rainier Raglan! I asked to sew this one because I see Mt. Rainier on any sunny day when I drive to work! The first day I saw it after moving to Washington I thought is was some crazy War of the Worlds shit. Like I though the large thing in the distance was coming to destroy us. Turns out, it's a mountain. So that's good news.

The Rainier Raglan is a loose fit classic baseball shirt. It's cute and comfy and most notable, it's a great fit for those with longer / normal torsos. I added 3" just because I like my shirts to go below my pants line, however, this one didn't need that much! I could have easily sewn as is, or just added 1". You have no idea how rare it is to find a shirt that I don't have to lengthen. I am not even very tall. 5'6". But I suppose 4' of that is torso. haha


My neckline is a little wide because the striped fabric didn't have any lycra in it, so it's all cotton / mechanical stretch. 

I actually just paired these two fabrics from my stash and hoped it looked okay, turns out it's super cute! I'm a fan and so is Nick. My family had opinions about this floral, but bahh, look how cute it sews up into a contrasting raglan!


The construction on the Rainier is really straightforward. Amy uses clear photographs with contrasting fabrics to make the instructions a breeze. Pretty much once you've sewn one or two, they're constructed the same way. I'm focusing on the beginners who may need some extra assistance.


As you can see here, the sleeves are also relaxed. It's a nice contrast from all the banded raglans I've been sewing. This feels like I should have a kid, put them in baseball, sew this shirt with their number on the back, and go eat popcorn at their games. It feels very classic "true to baseball jerseys"  and sporty.

Who should sew the Rainier Raglan?
Anyone who likes a looser fitting top and anyone just jumping into knit projects. It's a very forgiving fit and the instructions are laid out clearly to assist in assembly. Plus, Amy provides finished garment and body measurements which is GREAT to help you plan your best size.

Amy has generously offered 20% off the Rainier Raglan from now until February 29th! Anyone who likes Peekaboo patterns knows this is a big deal. A good sale price is rare with PAB after it's been released. So if you are looking for a good staple raglan, you should definitely consider the Rainier!
The code is ARTOFOH and will get you 20% off the Rainier until Feb 29th.

Sizes
XXS-XXXL. 
Printable pattern pages/copy shop version
Printable pattern pages
Skill Level
Beginner
Measurements for Rectangles
No
Line Drawings
No
Size made
Small 34-27-37
Options choosen
Regular / 3/4 length sleeves
Fabric Requirement for your size
3/4 body
2/3 for sleeves
Measurement Chart
Yes, body and finished garment
Cutting Instructions
No
Pattern Printing Layout
Yes, printed on pieces
Cutting Layout
No
Suggested Fabrics
Knits with at least 25% stretch
Layer Printing Option
No
Neck Line Options
Scoop neck
Sleeve Options
Short / 3/4 / Long
Hem Options
Straight
Color Blocking
Yes
Seam Allowance
1/2"
Hem Allowance
3/4"
Separate add-on pack
Maternity 
Fit
Loose and comfy
Easy to read instructions
Very
Drawing or photograph instructions
Pictures




*This post contains affiliate links to support my fabric habit.*

It's 2016 and I can't believe it! You'd think after 23 years I could "believe" a new year, but I just can't. Every year flies by quicker and quicker. This year has brought a ton of changes! I left in November for a month-long family trip to Guatemala and returned only to move dead across the county. So I now reside in Washington if any of you northwestern lasses want to have a sewing meetup. :)

So - Confession time. This ISN'T actually my first sew of 2016. I sewed something else that I'm currently wearing right now! But the pictures and details are being saved for a blog series that debuted in February. It's super exciting if you sew for yourself and you'll definitely want to come back and check it out! However, even though this is my SECOND sew, it's still so cute and fun that it deserved it's own post! 

 For this month's ambassador program I chose a baby pattern. (Mostly because I'm expecting... 
To not have a baby for another long while.) Though my sister-in-law is pregnant. Very much pregnant. In fact, it's going to be my second nephew after four nieces! So everyone in the family is pretty excited to buy (or sew) some cute boy clothing. :) 


This pattern is "Lullaby Line Baby Gown" from Peek-a-Boo Patterns and I got it through Go To Patterns site. Go To Patterns is a site where they pre-review patterns for quality before they offer them for sale. In this way they insure that you're getting a great pattern for your money. So far, I have loved all of the garments that I've sewn using Go To Patterns! 


I wanted to sew a gown because I heard they are super convenient for babies. You know. Diapers and such - Plus, this gown featured those cute and useful fold over mitts that protect the baby's face from their talons fingernails. (The back of the mitts it juuust peeking out from the top of the sleeve.)

(Now reviewing my sewing, I can't imagine my reasoning behind doing a white zigzag. Guess to match the neckline top stitching? Let's hope baby V isn't too fashion-conscious)


The bottom of the gown is elasticized which makes for easy changing, easy dressing, and also cinches a little to help keep the chilly winter air off babe's legs.


The neckline features the cute and useful "envelope-fold" neck detail . Useful in case of a blowout. (My god, is there a more disgusting term? I hate the word blowout almost as much as I hate dealing with a baby blowout. Let's terminate this conversation.)



I loved how quick and easy this gown came together. Such a cute baby gift, I know the parents will love it. Especially with the airplane detail, my brother is active duty Air Force and his wife is an Air Force Veteran, so they have flown a lot. :D 

Details:
Pattern: Lullaby Line Baby Gown $7.95 at Go To Patterns
Fabric: Interlock from Summit Fabrics and More on FB $10/yard for 5/8 yard = $6.25
Notions: Thread $.50
Elastic $.50

Total estimated cost: $7.25

I received the Lullaby Line Baby Gown pattern from Go To Patterns for free as part of the Brand Ambassador program. All opinions on this pattern and Go To Patterns are my own. I do receive a small commission if you purchase from the Go To Patterns site that I've linked, it helps me buy more fabric, needles, and coffee.

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