Fabric choices for the Taffy blouse
I thought it would be a good idea if we talked about fabric choices right off the bat, so those of you who don't live close to a store with garment fabrics can plan ahead. I normally fall into that category, but this time I made sure to scoop up some fabric on my last trip to Mood. If you do need to order online, Tasia made a huge list of online fabric shops which is very thorough.
When I picked this out my husband said to me, "doesn't that fabric look like something you already have?" I argued with him because OBVIOUSLY I know my clothing/fabric better than he does. I must have blacked out or something because the picture at the top of my blog is of me wearing a white sheer polka dot shirt. Oops. Well, this one is going to be pink with black polka dots and the sleeves will be totally different.
Sarai recommends using chiffon, georgette, lawn, or silk charmeuse for the Taffy. Fabric choice is extremely important for this as the finishing techniques in the pattern are dependent on which fabric you use. Something to consider when you are choosing your fabric is how the sleeves will drape. Do you want them to be light and flowy or a little stiffer? House of Pinheiro sewed up the Taffy earlier this year and used an old duvet. You will notice that her sleeves don't drape like the version in the book and it gives the top a different look. I like it!
Be sure to check out Sarah's very informative post on all the different fabric choices. Tomorrow she will be posting information on fabric preparation and sewing techniques, so be sure to look for that.
Have you picked out your fabric yet? What did you choose?
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Schedule for sewing the Taffy shirt designed by Colette Patterns.
April 6th - Let's talk about fabric.
April 13th - Marvelous Muslins
April 20th - Special Guests
April 30 - Taffy Parade
April 20th - Special Guests
April 30 - Taffy Parade
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