If St. Paddy made a Renfrew....
Sunday, March 16, 2014Yes 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?
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Where I live (New Zealand) it is St Patricks day now, although nearly over. I did wear green today but quite accidentally! The Renfrew is a favourite if mine as well. Actually I haven't found a Sewaholic pattern I don't like! I have yet to make the Plantain but have downloaded it.
ReplyDeleteAhhh renfrew. It is such a winner. This looks fab, lady! :D
ReplyDeleteLove the color! And it fits so well!!!!
ReplyDeleteDang, this looks so nice on you! Hmm..Ok..so I just finished my very first Renfrew yesterday. I know...it's a late bloomer thing. I love yours on you but I am undecided about whether I like mine or if a t-shirt is worth that kind of work.... Oh and I'm not sure I told you yet but, I LOVE your new "do"!!
ReplyDeleteNice shirt! I love the color!
ReplyDeleteHappy St. Paddy's Day, Shanni! Very cute renfrew, love the Kelly Green. And, I really like your striped Plantain as well! And, HAIRCUT!! I think it looks terrific, looks like you coloured it as well. Me Likey. :)
ReplyDeleteNow that is a nice fitting shirt! I've had this pattern for like a year but haven't made it yet. Why? Well I don't have an answer for you either lol. I have no clue. But clearly it's an awesome shirt so I should probably make it soon.
ReplyDeleteHappy St Patrick's Day! I must be one of the few who have yet to make a Renfrew! Love your shirt and the color!
ReplyDeleteI've not made this one and don't own it, it's so similar to an old McCalls one I've had forever so I've not bothered. I do have the Plantain though and love it. I recently attached the renfrew cowl to the Plantain and that worked brilliantly.
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You can't go wrong with a Renfrew!
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