I picked up loads of animal print fabrics over the year 2015, and I still haven’t sewn all of them. Here are a couple things that I did finish, both in patterns I’ve blogged before.
What would the month be without a version of my TNT Jalie Cocoon cardigan. Love this thing.
It’s a snakeskin print – a Maggy London jacquard double knit from Fabric Mart. Nice. I’ve been watching for more of this fabric. It’s smooth like a ponte de roma, just a little heftier. And a breeze to sew in this pattern.
I was cruising QVC recently, looking at cardigans for ideas, and found this one from Halston for $65, and identical to the Jalie version. Which means I have $325 worth of cardigans in my closet…
More bottoms, this time in McCalls 6291 elastic-waist cargo pants. Another favorite that I’ve used to make both pants and shorts.
This crazy stretch denim is also from Fabric Mart, and it’s one of the strangest fabrics I’ve sewn. The blue spots feel almost rubbery, kind of like puffy fabric paint (yes, I used a bunch of it when I was on my painted tee shirt journey).
I tested it with the iron, and decided not to push it! I didn’t want blue goo all over my iron sole plate, so I used a calico pressing cloth.
The black slouchy turtleneck I’m wearing is Kwik Sew 4069. Andrea, this is for you 🙂 and thank you for pointing out that black is a good color for me! I’ve enjoyed this top.
The pattern is very simple and has two collar variations, folded or standing turtle. A caution: measure your neck, try on the collar, and modify it as needed, before you sew it on. I took 3.5″ off the width of my standing collar for an almost-snug fit.
Thanks again, Anne, for a fun January. And I’m off to watch the replay of the Australian Open women’s final…great stuff.
You're an inspiration, girl friend. Doing well, hope you are also!
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Thanks so much, Margene. Obviously I have lots of time to goof around and find things!
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Thanks, Mary. Jungle January is such good inspiration to get sewing on something un-serious after the holidays.
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Lydia, yes! I love how you look in black, and that's a perfect sweater to pair with those really fun pants. The fabric may be a little weird, as you said, but they look fantastic. Hope you are doing well, you look great!
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Always a good read–thanks for the various tips on fit, fabric type and design. Love it all and that you use a variety of pattern brands and fabric from a variety of places. Fun January Jungle! Thank you:)
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Wonderful makes for Jungle January…I love that cardi, and the pants worn with it.
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Thanks, Theresa. Bet you find some fun for the cardigan.
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thanks, Patsijean. A lot of jalie patterns don't fit me well, but this one is great.
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Thanks, Diana. I like the pants more than I thought I would when I was sewing them, the fabric was so weird.
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You're right!
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The men's final replay is at 9 a.m. here – I just couldn't get up to see it live at 4:30. A nice way to spend the morning!
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Well sewing definitely saves money. I am watching the Australian mens final now live – Andy Murray is not looking good.
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Prolific Jungle sewing this January, practically a whole new wardrobe for you. I'm impressed.
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Love the cocoon cardi and those pants are so fun!
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Great cardigan. I may try that some time.
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All your Jungle January makes are just great. I have ordered that Jalie pattern BTW. Yours look SO nice.
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