I guess by now you can tell that I love Mood’s selection of twill. They come in a variety of fibers, colors, and weights. They sew like a dream and are perfect for pants, jackets, dresses and skirts.
I’m still working on beefing up the ole weekend casual wardrobe. So I chose Steven Alan medal cotton-lcyra twill for a relaxed pair of pants (Butterick 6028). This fabric has a soft hand similar to linen with less wrinkles. I paired the brown abstract Missoni-esque jersey print for another version of Simplicity 1317.
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Let me start with the review of Simplicity 1317. This is the second time around for this pattern. And it’s possible that I may make it again.
It’s one of those pullover decorative knit top that are in department stores this season. For this version, I added iron-on studs at the shoulders and used a black ponte knit for contrasting neckband and sleeves bands. This is the first time I used the iron-on studs. The process was fairly easy. The placement of the studs does take a little time though. Sewing the top was quick and easy. I was able to sew it up in less than two hours.
Now, let me talk a little bit about the pants. I hesitated to buy this one because of the elasticized back. I didn’t think they would work for me. Hmmm.., what’s that saying about following your first mind. Well, in this case, I think I should have followed my first thought on this pattern. For me pants with the side front pockets are not my best friend. Or should I say the most flattering look for me. Second, elastic back pants tend to be a little on the “too roomy” side. But I didn’t think about the things before making these.
To help with the slight gap at the pocket, I added buttons. Problem fixed. However, I didn’t make any changes to the back pant as I should have removed some of the width. There is too much fabric. I need add about four inches to the length. This is something that I always do to ensure that the pants are long enough.
This is not a bad pattern. It sews up with no problem. The front pant does not add any bulk across the hips or waist. I liked the idea of having a center back seam on each leg. (missed opportunity to for a better fit).
In conclusion, I really like the Simplicity top, but the Butterick pant is not the best style for me.
Happy Sewing!
C
