Showing posts with label tops. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tops. Show all posts
Friday, June 2, 2017
Breastfeeding Agnes Tops
Breastfeeding Agnes Tops
A few years ago I wrote this tutorial/pattern hack for making a breastfeeding/nursing-friendly knit top. I based that tutorial on the Tilly and the Buttons Coco pattern, but in hindsight what the tutorial was really waiting for was Tillys Agnes jersey top pattern, which was released after I wrote it. The closeness of the fit of the Agnes is much better suited for the type of access the tutorial creates, and shortly after the birth of my second child in October 2016, I set about to prove it.
I prepared my Agnes top pattern pieces as per the tutorial: making two front pieces instead of one with an overlap. This time I had to make the overlapped section lower than my breastfeeding Coco top, because the effects of breastfeeding and three more years of gravity sadly made it necessary!
For my first version I used some of this cheetah print jersey, which was kindly sent to me by Girl Charlee. I love the neon green in it, which has pushed me slightly out of my stylistic comfort zone. The fabric itself is the perfect weight for an Agnes: fairly light-weight with excellent stretch and recovery. I also love that the print is performing a cheetah skins original task of camouflaging, and you can barely see the edge of the overlap at all.
Ive been wearing the cheetah print top almost constantly from the day it left the sewing machine, so another version was clearly on the cards. Not wanting to splash out on fabric for a top that Ill probably only wear for a year or so, I hunted through my stash for a suitably sized piece of knit. This super soft striped interlock is lovely to touch and feels great to wear, but not as ideal as the cheetah print in other ways.
Firstly, the overlap on the front is much more obvious, which might make it look a little weird to some, especially those who havent figure out that its there for boob-access. Secondly, I should have made the neckband shorter than the pattern piece because it doesnt lie flat. Theres no elastane/lycra/spandex content to this interlock to help it spring into shape. It doesnt help that I tend to shove my hand down the neckline of these tops to unclip my nursing bra (TMI? Dont care).
Thoughts:
Although both these tops have been worn way more regularly than any of my other tops over the last few months, its probably no surprise that the cheetah print one sees much more action. Not only does the superior stretch and recovery work better for this adapted Agnes, but the print is more fun to look at. I was considering making more of these with the shorter sleeve options for when warmer weather blesses us, but by then the longevity of my need for breastfeeding/nursing tops will be even further reduced. Im also sorely tempted to make a breastfeeding Bronte top, but having already made a squillion Brontes, I think Id rather try some new-to-me patterns like Jennifer Laurens Gable knit top pattern. With so little sewing time currently at my disposal, Id rather spend it making myself garments that will potentially have years of use in them. Ya dig?
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Monday, May 15, 2017
Box Tops Freebie!
Box Tops Freebie!
Happy Tuesday all!
I am seriously loving this summer! Its been so great to me and it feels like its not close to being over. I am going on a cruise next weekend with my honey and couldnt be any more excited.
I still have some more bridely duties to accomplish and next on the list is my dress! So I gathered a dinner and drinks night with my fabulous and beautiful bridesmaids this past weekend. Arent they beautiful?
My fiances sister came fashionably late that night so she missed all the picture fun! LOL
They are my absolute most favorite people ever! Id be lost without them!
They are my absolute most favorite people ever! Id be lost without them!
Okay happy vent over!
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Ever come into the new school year and have your little ones want to drop off box tops? Have no idea where to put it? Well then your just like me! LOL I always scramble to find a zip loc bag or container to just toss them in. Nothing cute and the little ones usually forget about it bc its BORING! I thought this year I can spice it up a bit and grab their attention with this adorable container. Before I get to the pic let me explain what you need to make this.
* container of pringles -regular is fine but I like the fat free ones :)
*glue gun
* my freebie
* container of pringles -regular is fine but I like the fat free ones :)
*glue gun
* my freebie
Yes this is a Pringles container. Make sure to eat the chips inside before you make this. If your like me, you wont have a crumb inside. LOL I bring this all the time to lunch. My co workers and I are obsessed with it and love the fact its only 70 calories per serving and just 2 weight watchers points for 15 chips...yes 15 chips folks!!
Well now you take the Pringles container and my sign and wrap it around. Glue the ends and Voiala!!
This is maybe an half an inch too big so you might have to cut from the bottom. I think it looks so cute and great when its all covered. Take a look. What do you think?
I also made them in half pages in case you want to make them in a smaller container. However, if you are competitive like me and plan to collect TONS of box tops to win at the end of the year, then stick with the full page.
You can grab this here or going to straight to my shop.
Let me know what you think and if you will be using this.
How do you collect your box tops?
Drop by one of my bloggy buddys page. She is throwing an awesome giveaway with so many prizes! I am offering one of mine as well. =)
Second Grade Math Maniac is celebrating reaching 1000 followers. What a milestone! Congrats girly!
Also Heather from Peacocks and Penguins is throwing another giveaway! She has some pretty awesome prizes from very talented bloggers! Drop by her page by clicking here to check it out.
Good Luck!!
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