Vogue 2989, Red Cardigan
Part Two
As I thought, so far, this has been a pretty easy cardigan to put together. I've got most of it together, but basted both the seam over the arm and the peplum/waist seam to check the fit.
The over the arm seam is important because I have narrow shoulders that sometimes don't fill out what is drafted. I actually debated cutting a 6 through the shoulders instead of an 8 (which is my usual procedure with Vogue patterns), but settled on a straight 8 because I knew I could fine tune the fit later. It turned out, after trying on the cardigan, that it actually fit nicely with no adjustments.
I did need to take out that inch in the bodice length after all. I just couldn't get away with it being the regular length this time. That's ok, that's why it is a good idea to baste and try something on before making the seam permanent.
At this point, all I have left is to hem everything, add the neckband and finish the inside of the neckband. Should be done tomorrow!
Parting Shot: Help. It seems that I always need help in the sewing room! What you don't see is Pix sleeping on the floor or Kiwi in the closet. They're also around for mental support.
8 comments:
Looking good. Nice pattern.
"Measure twice, cut once" (wink)!
I'm watching this one closely...I've got some lovely deep red doubleknit in the stash for a jacket, AND I've got this pattern... ;-)
Oh I love that color!
You do such nice work on whatever it is you're sewing...it's all very inspiring.
Very beautiful. Only one kitty here, but yes, he also likes to be in the same room as I am. When you say that you baste your seams, I was wondering if you mean baste by hand or by machine?
Blessings,
Patti
Doesn't he play with the threads?
Nice cardigan and pretty cat lurking behind the serger.
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