I would much rather spend $10 at a big-box store for a basic tee than spend an hour making one. But sewing something this easy is a nice way to turn off the brain and and just make.
This fabric, a structured not-so-stretchy jersey 100% organic cotton knit, needed to be a simple tee.
It's a forgiving knit to sew with, like the quilting cotton of knit fabric. So easy, I didn't use a single pin while sewing this top!
I made this shirt fitted to pair nicely under voluminous skirts or with skinny jeans. Because the fabric is so structured, the tighter fit is still flattering.
The top ended up being shorter than I would have liked, but it works. It falls just below the button on my new favorite denim. It's not ideal for all of my pants, but perfect for my higher-waisted skirts!
I cut the sleeves a little long for my taste, so I've just rolled them up. I like the contrast of white that it gives. I can also roll the sleeves down if at some point I decide I want a longer sleeve. Can I tell you how much I'm loving my new denim? I scored these at a blogger event a couple weeks ago at
DownEast. They're worlds better than any of the denim I own and I didn't have to
put darts in them to keep the back from gaping.
Outfit Details:
- glasses: Target
- earrings: vintage
- bracelets: vintage/gifts
- scarf: soel boutique
- tee: handmade
- denim: c/o DownEast
- shoes: thrifted
