Round Robin Quilt

I have mentioned my quilt club and our projects.  This latest quilt is right up there with one of my very favorites. This one is round robin style and each month the owner of the quilt shop had pattern for the next border/section.

The first month was the middle block and we were told to purchase about 5 yards of a background fabric.  I selected a gray for my background

Vogue 8840 - Ponte Knit

I mentioned in my first Vogue 8840 post I was going to try it in a ponte knit, well here that one is

On this version, I used the center front and center back seams to add some interest to the knit

Friday Fashion Inspiration - 14

Anyone in the mood for dresses?  Hope so that is what we are doing today!

Vogue 8840 - Stripe knit

I really like to sew knits and sometimes use them when the pattern calls for a woven.  Vogue 8840 is such a pattern but I loved the look of the top.  The fabric recommendations are synthetic suede, charmeuse and men's
suiting.  I went with a lighter weight, lycra/cotton knit.

Cowl Neck Top by So Sew Easy

With my recent year-end post, I reflected on my 2014 makes and my goals for 2015.  The most important goal was to sew for my lifestyle.  I pondered on that goal and decided in my own little head to expand on that goal and include filling in the holes in my wardrobe.

The first hole was knit tops with a dressy look particularly to wear with some drapey cardigans that have been added thanks to some beautiful gifts and sales.