Have you looked out of the window yet? I suddenly spied the sunshine we've been promised today and got the self timer going on my latest quick fix. Loving these quick sewing projects!
After the success of the Tova (which I have worn a lot), I bought the other Wiksten pattern available, the Tank. To be honest, I nearly didn't buy this one because it's such a simple piece. However, there are so many rave reviews out there, and I'm never one to miss out ...
It was a really lovely project to do. Truly simple, indeed, so I took time to get it perfectly perfect, even matching up the pocket to the rest of the fabric front. Can you see it? This top has French seams, which I'd never done before. They are wonderful to do and look so neat too, not to mention a brilliant solution if you don't own an overlocker/serger.
The fabric was one of two lots brought back from Maiwa in Vancouver last month. It has been naturally dyed and hand printed in India on organic cotton and I absolutely loved sewing with it. It's lovely and soft but because of the lack of chemicals in the dyeing process, apparently the colours won't be as durable as other 'normal' fabrics. We shall see.
It's all set to be 25 degrees in London this afternoon. Could it be Summer, perhaps? Fingers crossed it is!
Hoping you have a sunny view today too.
The fabric you brought back from Canada is beautiful. Lovely piece on you! I might have to invest in this pattern, I live in tops like these during the summer months. Enjoy London's sunshine!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Kate!! The fabric is gorgeous, I love the colours!
ReplyDeleteAnd no I didn't spot the pocket, so I had to go back and search for it, well done that IS perfectly matched!
Enjoy the sunshine, we have some too,
Vivienne x
The colors may not be permanent, but hey, you avoided all those poisonous dyes. The fabric looks just the perfect for this kind of top! Lovely!
ReplyDeleteHi, Kate! Your new sewing project looks perfect! Love the fabric colors too :o) Glad you have such a good weather :o) thanks God, we have the same in Moscow
ReplyDeleteP.S. Please, came to enter into my giveaway
Have a nice day
Natasha
Perfect fabric, perfect pattern for it - that print needed something simple - it looks stunning!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully sewn Kate and what pretty fabric. There doesn't seem to be any fabric shops around here nowadays, but Vancouver is a little too far for a day out! Hope you're wearing it this afternoon.
ReplyDeleteI love it! The fabric is beautiful and looks just right for the pattern. It looks wonderful. I need to do some simple sewing myself!
ReplyDeletelove the fabric choice, and i bet it will fade so nicely.
ReplyDeleteI am inspired to cut into the Liberty fabrics that I have had sitting here for the past year. Keep up the summer clothing posts. Fresh inspiration!
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ReplyDeleteIt,s just lovely..
Loved your profile, I am the chief cook and bottle washer too! hehex
Lovely and sunny here in the lake district..
Maria x
Hi Maria, haha yes, there are a fair few of us around I think! Thanks for popping by :)
DeleteOh that top is stunning. Is that hand-blocked fabric too? So beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHi Emma, yes it's hand blocked. There are quite a few little imperfections where the blocks have been joined but I like that!
DeleteThat does look lovely and......simple? Which makes it all the more wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThe rain seems to have stopped, but the kids have me super busy - jubilee.......what jubilee! That's me muttering - flipping flip! N xxx
Hi Kate, that's a lovely summery top, the kind that only looks better as it is worn and faded a little too. I hope proper summer days are on their way for you all so you can get plenty of wear from it and a little golden tan as well!
ReplyDeleteFab! I was lucky enough to collaborate on a print design for Wiksten and I can't say enough good things about Jenny, and her work. I plan on whipping up a few of the tops for myself, I hope i can do as good of a job as you!
ReplyDeleteI love this top and the colours are amazing! Just discovered your blog ... hello :)
ReplyDeleteIt's perfect indeed. Love the Maiwa fabric!
ReplyDeleteLove that tank, the pocket is invisible- well done! And I love that sort of fabric. Not a fan of French seams though- I just use my narrow hem foot and seal the suckers up XD
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