Yes I've still been working on my TNT pattern challenge.  Along with the Deer & Doe Plantain I blogged about last week I'm now checking off the Sewaholic Renfrew and adding it to my TNT list.

I was asked which pattern I liked the most.  My original reply was the Plantain because it was a quicker make for me and it was a free pattern.  Now that I've worn them both several times I have to change my answer.  I find myself having a hard time deciding which one I like the best because I like them both so much for different reasons.  A few of the things I like about the Renfrew is the many variations you can sew up.  I like the construction.  I find attaching the banded sleeves and bottom hem the most fun.. nerd.  And I like that it's more form fitting then the Plantain.  So my new answer to the question is well, I guess I don't really have an answer!! ha!  They both deserved to be made in excess!


My fabric is a seafoam green pique ponte knit from Fabric Mart that unfortunately is no longer available.  There is a beautiful coral available....yum....oh but only looks like 1 yard, HURRY!!  The fabric is the same on both sides and has a slight sheen to it.   Ponte knit is so easy to work with.  LOVE IT!


My fit adjustments were shortening the upper back and a sway back adjustment.  The entire shirt was assembled with my serger.  I did use my sewing machine once to use the twin needle around the neckline.

If your reading this there is probably a 90% chance you've sewn the Renfrew already.  If you haven't I urge you to give it a go.  It's a great basic with many possibilities.

Another weekend gone by in a flash.  Isn't that the way it always goes!?  A positive is that I don't have to worry about being pinched tomorrow.  I'm gonna have my St. Paddy's green on!  How about you?