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Sewaholic Patterns: 1201 (Renfrew Top) thumbsup - Type:Tops    printable version
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Reviewed by:Anne Cherry
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Posted on:2/9/13 9:13 PM
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Pattern Rating:Easy & Great for Beginners
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Available for sale on PR: $15.98 (See envelope)
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Fabric:Rayon Jersey  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description: My description - the 'new classic' T shirt pattern

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes - though check Step Six on your instruction sheet. If you have an early version of this pattern, the instructions should be changed to "Sew collar pieces RIGHT sides together..." (if you look at the diagrams this appears obvious but for new sewers, it might be confusing...)

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I like the fact that this is fitted by not overly so. It skims nicely but not too blousy. The bands on the hem and sleeves make for a very nice finish...a great confidence booster to beginner knit sewers...I have yet to be completely happy with the hems of my knit garments, except for my Renfrews.

The cowl version is my favourite - in both long sleeve and short sleeve styles.

It can look sooo different, depending on how you combine fabrics.
See:
Stripey Renfrew
Paisley Renfrew
Green Circles Renfrew

Fabric Used:
Mondrian Renfrew = Rayon Jersey / ITY
Green Circles Renfrew = ITY
Paisley Renfrew = ??(no idea what the grey is) / ITY
Stripey Renfrew = Cotton Jersey/ Rayon Jersey

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I added an FBA on the Mondrian and Green Circles versions - much better fit! Don't forget to sew the dart created by this adjustment. I forgot it on the Green Circles version and there are wrinkles on the upper chest as a result. Fortunately the busy print hides this...

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
No doubt there will be many more iterations of this in my wardrobe.
Definitely recommend this parttern, especially for new-to-knits sewers.

Conclusion:
The 'new classic' T pattern!

See more at:
Renfrew Mondrian et. al.

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ArtAttack said...
I love both of them! How creative to add a contrasting fabric for the cowl...it looks like a beautiful scarf. Love it and must try this since everyone is raving over it...yours are adorable.
2/9/13 9:28 PM
Vonnevo said...
Fabulous tops !!! I like your creativity so much, you have sold me on this pattern. Such a beautiful & healthy Frangipani tree too :)
2/10/13 5:13 AM
endlesslyemily said...
They all look great and I especially like the striped one. I really need to get this pattern already.
2/10/13 9:12 AM
cleverkitty said...
all three very nice, I can see this pattern being a favorite.
2/10/13 9:17 AM
NJcowgirl said...
I love the contrasting cowl. Looks great.
2/10/13 10:18 AM
becca a said...
So many lovely renfrews! I like your creative combinations of fabrics.
2/10/13 10:48 AM
Jrhee said...
Nice work on these shirts - I love all of them!
2/10/13 12:26 PM
SewWil said...
All three tops are beautiful! Great job.
2/11/13 4:17 PM
Levone said...
Love all your versions of this pattern! I need to pull it back out myself as it's definitely one of my favorite patterns.
2/24/13 11:18 PM
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