Sewn by Wanett, Sown Brooklyn
Pattern: Self-drafted
Fabric: Polyester Knit
Wanett writes, “…This was the very first shirt I made. I was fearless in attacking it because the fabric I used was so stunningly inexpensive (read-cheap) and so wildly different (also read- cheap) than what I hoped it would be, that I had zero fear of wasting it. None. Whatsoever. I just whacked into it and stitched it together. I only needed to make one adjustment to the cowl’s length and it was done.
To cut the pieces, I used a method that I still use now. I simply folded the inspiration shirt and pinned it to the fabric, using it as a template for cutting. The first attempt at the sleeves was laughable, but I didn’t care. I had (and still have) a TON of this fabric… I took my construction clues straight from the top itself, looking at where things were attached and how to know how it should go together. I find that to be the best way to wrap my mind around what might work and what won’t. I think that anyone attempting something for the first time should put aside any fear of failure. It’s all practice. Who knows, you may have beginners luck like I did.”
Wanett shows this great shirt and some of her other spring sewing on her blog. You can also check out more of her clothing sewing in this Flickr set.
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I love how you went for it with no fear. Often this hinders me in sewing because I don’t want to waste fabric on something that I’m not sure will work. I definitely need to let go of that so I can be more open to trying new things. I’ve been sewing for over 20 years and I’m still learning something new almost every time I make something.
Very impressive and even more impressive – her blog and flickr!!! I am so eager to try more…..!! Thanks.
Wow; that’s a really elegant looking shirt. I am impressed by your bravery in drafting your own pattern for your first shirt. Great job!
Very nice. It looks super comfortable.
How gorgeous! I can’t believe that it’s her first! Awesome!!!
way to go!
this looks perfect for the fall. thanks for sharing
So impressive. I need to take a lesson and not overthink every time I sew clothes.
Wow! Amazing! That “no fear” thing is hard to do…. Love the cowl neck on this shirt.
hooray, Nettie! so good to see your lovely sewing here.
That is a fantastic first attempt! Can’t wait to see your seconds =)
Great cowl.
Awesome, wish I could be that fearless.
No matter how cheap the fabric is I am scared to CUT!
But using another garment as a template works well for me too.
Way to go, beginner! Here’s to many more successes…
The neckline makes this!
Thanks everyone!! I can’t believe something I’ve made is featured here! What an honor. You can check out this post on my blog for a tiny bit more construction info: http://sownbrooklyn.wordpress.com/2010/06/26/sew-mama-sew/
Thanks again for having me here ;o)
Wow, it turned out great – especially for being a first shirt and cheap fabric! My first attempt at a homemade shirt didn’t even get finished because it was so out-of-whack.
I love that shirt! It totally looks like something I would wear. Great job!
Great tip about being fearless and jumping. I bet we’d all surprise ourselves if we didn’t worry so much about failure.
*wow*!!! I think you should do a tutorial on how to do a cowl neck… I absolutely love the way they look but have no idea what a pattern piece for one would even look!
Very nice!
Very beautiful. It helps immensely to be fearless!
isn’t it great when a plan comes together. Because you had no fear it all went well. Confidence building,well done, looks brill!!
really is a versatile piece making it able to go with any outfit whether jeans or a skirt or dress pants!
the shirt beautiful and elegant, nothing like the first sewing project i made >.<
nice top.
I love deconstructing to make patterns! Good job with yours and stay fearless! You’ll have more fun!
This looks difficult. Wanett has courage.
I wish I could draft a pattern that well. Very nice shirt. Well done!
A.ma.zing.
I think you must be very talented. Even though I’ve been sewing for a long time, I still prefer to use a pattern. You did a beautiful job.
Fabulous! Thanks for sharing. Happy Sewing!
Haven’t had time to make something for the contest. I hope I can get in something quick and easy soon!-_-
Great job! You’re braver than me.
I love the cowl, it’s very elegant!
wow, great shirt, and I totally admire your fearlessness. I could use some courage when it comes to experimenting making clothing…
Somehow I doubt I would get such a good result with a first shirt…bravo!
I wish MY first shirt had looked like that! Mine barely resembled clothing, and the first time I wore it I was so embarrased that I stopped and bought a cardigan on my way to work! I like to think I’ve learned something since then
Love the neckline, very pretty!