I love to sew kids clothing. It's so forgiving. And the utility of it is so rewarding. They grow, you sew. For the most part, they are accepting of your stitching mishaps and charge happily out into the mud puddles wearing whatever color and combination piqued their interest that day. Made by Rae has deemed that June is #madeforkidsmonth on Instagram. The challenge is simple: capture your kids in the handmades in a combination of their choosing and toss a picture up. No pressure to have the littles posed or in hairdos. It's been so fun. My kids tend to wear their handmades every day (we hardly ever buy kids clothes anymore) but they do so in combinations that are very different than what I might choose for them. It's great to see all the sewn-for littles expressing themselves:)
When I started sewing, though, long before I had any littles, I was sewing for me. I wanted to sew clothes for me. Although I didn't technically participate in Me Made May, I was inspired by all of the pretty things that sewists were making for themselves. I produced a whirlwind of garments in between the sewing-for-sale that I did for the Squam Art Fair and well, here is one of my favorite finished pieces.
It's the Coppelia Wrap Top by Papercut Patterns. I'm afraid that my modeling doesn't do the top justice. Modeling clothing is still so painful for me... But the top is to die for . It's so, so comfy and flattering. I made mine in a supersoft knit from Drygoods. The same stuff that I used for her here. It's tough to see in the photos but the fabric is white with a tiny gray stripe. Here's some pictures closer up to give you a feel for the fabric.
I found the sizing to be right on although next time I might size up and add a little length to the torso. Papercut makes such smart, modern patterns. I'm already plotting my next make using their Anima pants pattern. And do check out Kristin's hoodie from their collection.
Just as soon as I can work up the courage to model another garment I will. Any tips?
