Sunday, November 3, 2013

Red October

Way back, before October even started, the twitter sewcialists brought up the concept of #sewredoctober.  Simple really, sew something red during the month of October.  For a split second I thought about going off plan and sewing a fabulous red summer frock, then I remembered that there was a little red garment in my Summer Capsule Wardrobe which would be perfect.  So amongst everything else going on in October, I knocked out this little number.  


A sheer red cotton Wiksten Tank.  Perfect for summer!  It is light and comfortable, great on its own, but it also layers really well. 


I know I'm late to the Wiksten Tank party, but it really is a great pattern.  Very simple, beautifully finished, a versatile top.  


I can't wait to make the dress version next!

6 comments:

  1. the Wiksten tank was used as the pattern for one of the workshops at the Craft Sessions I attended last weekend - lots of cool variations at the end of the day.

    your solid red looks great casually as well as a bit more dressed up, I can see how versatile the top will be, loads of options!

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    1. It's a great base pattern, a great one for individualising.

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  2. Oooh, it looks great! I made the pattern once, and the dartlessness really didn't work for mah bewbs, but I should really revisit it with a dart and give it anouther try!

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    1. Thanks! I'd love to see it with darts, I might try one too.

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  3. Really smart! dressed down and up - definitely a winner!

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