I have seen versions of the Grainline Scout Tee many times on blogs and I was never convinced. And yes, it is right up my street, with simple lines and curves. And I don't even have to go for flowery fabric like the one it is presented in and could easily stick to my blue/grey tones. But I never felt like sewing it.
That was until I saw the below simple version - inspired by Madewell and using Jen's (from Grainline) tutorial. The tutorial is so well-written and documented, it is worth reading just to learn how a simple garment could be beautifully altered!
Kelley from Casa Crafty made her version using Tula Pink Fox Field - a 100% cotton fabric. How cool does it look?
It still looks a bit short for my body shape and that may be an alteration I would have to consider. But here is too adding one more thing on my sewing to-do-list!
I made a Scout Tee over the weekend. I'm wearing it today. As a short, curvy bottomed lady, I can vouch that the shirt is both a nice length and wide enough at the bottom to accommodate my hips. I would consider adding an inch to the length if I planned to always wear it untucked with trousers, but that's only because I'm very conscious of my lower half.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a great top. Look forward to seeing yours
ReplyDeletelove it - you would look fantastic in this top Nat!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the link to Grainline! Even though I don't have that pattern the clear photos and instructions there are invaluable for any sewer of clothing! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThe shirt looks nice and I think with your creative eye for details you will make a wonderful version of it!
ReplyDeleteIt has great lines and will be cute on you.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing how a little change can make such a big impact!
ReplyDelete