The Saunio Cardigan was a success.  This pattern was the second in the Sew-My-Style challenge.  It was also my first attempt at using NAMED PATTERNS.


My favorite part of this pattern would have to be an accidental detail - as I put together the shoulders,  I only had gold grosgrain ribbon in my sewing bag. Now there are little golden seams hidden on the inside.


The pattern is generally loose fitting, but the arms are quite snug.  I added and extra 2 inches to the width of the sleeves, but wish I had added a little more.

I may have overthought some of the steps, but my key lesson is READ the instructions.  This is something that I relish doing, but it appears I start reading and then just skim over the details looking at the pictures.  I read in depth all the details about adding a seam allowance to each piece.  However, that little step 2, that has no pictures, but says "interface the facings" - you want to pay attention to that one.

The jacket fits, is versatile and certainly fills a gap in my wardrobe.  While it's not what I would usually wear, there might be another on in the works some time soon.

This is my take on the Toaster Sweater by SewHouse7. There has been a lot of pattern hacking going on lately.  It is high time that I made some adjustments and made something for myself.  My sweater is now a bomber jacket that I can wear to work.

The pattern is part of the sewmystyle 2017 challenge.  The fabric I've used is a bonded merino knit that I picked up at  a recent fabric-a-brac market for the princely sum of $1.  I'm left wishing that there was just a little bit more of it because next time I make this, it's going to have pockets, for sure.

There is something special about sewing in good company.  Every Monday,  I do just that.  In the last 6 months I have had the privilege of also sewing with my sister.