Rickrack Ornella
I love that Sadie was inspired by those trashy bikini t-shirts when designing this top. The style lines add so much interest to an otherwise simple sleeveless top.
This version confirmed I’d chosen the right size, so I’m definitely planning to make a classic striped version next out of more precious fabric. For this one, I used crinkle cotton and applied rickrack to show off the style lines.
Basting the rickrack stretched out the fabric a bit, so the opposite curves of the shirt needed to be eased together than what’s instructed. I found the armhole and neckline bias pieces to be a little too wide for this fabric and trimmed them down about ⅜”.
Blomma + Honeygirl
The Honeygirl is my favorite shirt pattern. The neckline finish, the overall fit, and its recommended fabric are all the best. So when Paradise Patterns released the Honeygirl Cardigan, I knew I’d be making at least one.
This Lyrical pointelle was perfect for this pattern. It’s substantial enough for the button placket and is the perfect weight for a lighter layer. I also had perfectly matching buttons in my stash.
The hem and neckband were attached by coverstitch and I am curious to see how the stitches at center front will hold up over time. I knotted the threads and added a dab of FrayCheck just in case.
The top buttonhole isn’t cut open – for some reason I thought centering the buttonhole on the neckband would look better than what was instructed and it does not. It warped the neckband and is so close to the edge I was worried cutting it open would cause more issues.
And I really don’t know why I’ve waited so long to make the Blomma. It’s the tank equivalent of my favorite t-shirt. I had just enough leftover pointelle from the cardigan to make it.
I wasn’t sure if these would work as a set because the necklines are so similar, but I’ve worn them together a few times and I like it!
And finally, here’s my contribution to an upcoming fabric swap. I’ve had some of these in my stash for years and it feels great to set them free.