Monday 24 April 2023

summer sewing 2023

In the depths of winter my local craft shop Calico Laine launched a bright and cheerful range of African themed fabrics. 
As Mike has spent many months working in Africa over the last 15 years and adores the culture especially the bright clothes  I couldn't resist creating a summer shirt for him.
This abstract pattern in turquoise,  browns and oranges is a delight 
It's a medium weight smooth cotton which sewed up very well 
I used my overlocker for the main seams and my standard machine for the rest.
It took about 10 hours total sewing time.
The buttons are a rather subtle mother of pearl in a rusty brown.