I made this sweater-top a while ago. I was inspired by the out-of-print Butterick 4230, which Patty from
The Snug Bug made up
in a beautiful color last year.
To make my sweater I adapted the raglan-sleeve t-shirt pattern from
Sew U Home Stretch by Built by Wendy and drafted the collar myself. The fabric is beautiful but was really itchy and slightly see-through so I lined the whole sweater in a white, soft jersey knit.
I really love this sweater but it is so warm that I can rarely wear it, because as soon as I get inside, even in winter, I just feel like ripping it off. I wish I could wear it more often and am thinking about making a more wearable version in a lighter material with a little more stretch so I don't feel so sewn in and bulky.
I love it! Such a pity you don't wear it as much, because it looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteIt's so nice! I'm sure you'll get masses of wear from it when Winter its hard. A lighter version would be wonderful for in the meantime too.. xxx
ReplyDeleteThe stripes really look great. Collar is awesome! Nice job. And your jeans are perfect!
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