Project Specs
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Inspiration
I have been making a conscious effort to work more with natural and/or sustainably-made fabrics. This was my first time working with bamboo in fleece form. It is so soft and cuddly. I recommend hitting up the fabric store just to get a feel of it.
Pattern Drafting
My suggestion if you are creating sweaters with ribbing at the neckline? Make the length of the neckline ribbing at least 1" to 1 1/4" shorter in length than the actual neckline opening of the garment. When sewing you will stretch to fit. This will help avoid gaping and stretched out necklines.
Construction Details
Raglan Sleeve
Neckline
Cuffs
I think I had more fun wearing the cuffs in the pre-attached phase than wearing the sweater. Gotta have fun!
Finishing/Hems
Below: Caitlyn uses the over-lock machine to sew the seams.
Finished Garment
Constructed by Caitlyn Sio and Sheila Wong
Edited by Samantha Quon
Happy Sewing!
Sheila Wong Sewing Team