P is often neglected when it comes to handmade clothes. Let's face it...most boys' clothing isn't that fun to make. Strangely enough, he's probably my most appreciative "client". Project Run & Play's "Boys Week" was the perfect excuse to do some sewing for my boy.
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More details: 4 pintucks on back yoke, triple topstitching on yoke seam
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You know you've sewn a winner when the recipient asks to wear the outfit to school the next day.:) I'm going to do my best to sew more for my son this year. I already have another project in the works.
If you're interested in sewing for the boy(s) in your life, the ladies over at Once Upon A Sewing Machine are starting a series in February all about sewing for the boys. There's also the ongoing link party for boys at Threading My Way. And last but not least, there's a Sewing for Boys flickr group. All great places to find inspiration!
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Shirt Pattern: Ottobre Design 04/12 #38 Rock-X Striped T-shirt
Size: 158
Size: 158
Fabric: Burgundy and gray striped knit from Girl Charlee, gray ribbing and turquoise knit from my stash
Mods: Instead of the "Rock." applique shown in the magazine, I did a wave.
I used turquoise thread at the neckline, sleeves, and hem to add a little interest and also to tie in with the turquoise wave applique.
Let me tell you a little about P. He is 11, almost 12 years old and doesn't care too much about what he's wearing. But when he does have an opinion, you'd better listen up! When it comes to jeans, he doesn't like them to be "skinny" or to have any funky details. This pattern is a slim cut and has some not so typical details on the back. So, I double triple checked with P before tracing it off.
The jeans fit him perfectly!
Pattern: Ottobre Design 04/12 #36 R Starr Jeans
Size: 152
Fabric: Denim with slight stretch from my stash
Details L to R: Coin pocket, Green Bay Packer fabric for pocket linings, topstitching on back pockets, 3 lines of topstitching on inseams
More details: 4 pintucks on back yoke, triple topstitching on yoke seam
You know you've sewn a winner when the recipient asks to wear the outfit to school the next day.:) I'm going to do my best to sew more for my son this year. I already have another project in the works.
If you're interested in sewing for the boy(s) in your life, the ladies over at Once Upon A Sewing Machine are starting a series in February all about sewing for the boys. There's also the ongoing link party for boys at Threading My Way. And last but not least, there's a Sewing for Boys flickr group. All great places to find inspiration!
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