Wendy Mullin’s book on sewing knits, Sew U Home Stretch: The Built by Wendy Guide to Sewing Knit Fabrics, was just released. Her other book, Sew U, was really what inspired me to start sewing. Both of these books come with three basic patterns and pages of suggestions for how to use and alter them. The gray sweatshirt here is one of the patterns included. The other two are for a t-shirt and a dress which I will try out soon. The fuchsia tank top here is McCall’s 4872 and the other tank and t-shirt are my own patterns. To anyone who wants to begin sewing, I recommend starting with these two books.
6 comments:
Congrats on the 100th post, have there really been that many? Time must fly when you're having fun. I like the sweatshirt, there is a very odd futuristic quality about it. - Moose
Wow, one hundred posts and your blog doesn't look a day over 20 posts. I just purchased this fabulous 1970s box of patterns entitled "Stretch and Sew."
In the box is a collection of different casual jersey appropriate patterns. I'm very excited to get started on them - especially after this inspiring post!
Oh, Katrina - when will you ever start blogging so the world can see what you're up to? I can't wait to see what you "stretch and sew."
Moose - I know, I know. Even though I've sworn off star-trek sleeves, that futurism sneaks in. I'm just in love with that diagonal line from neck to armpit!
I just discovered your blog, and i love it!! Great photos, and even better sewing! I have a question, I'd like to buy either Sew U or Sew U Home Stretch. Which would you recommend I try first?
Hi Andrea,
Thank you very much! I recommend starting with Sew U. It covers all the basic info about fabric weave, using a pattern,etc. The jeans pattern that comes with it is fantastic. I wasn't impressed with the skirt pattern, but the shirt is also a nice one, although it isn't fitted. Sewing woven fabrics is much easier than knits. Sew U only addresses wovens and Home Stretch is all about knits. I wouldn't even put the effort into sewing knits unless you have a serger.
Thanks! That makes my decision a lot easier! :)
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