I was a little late to get sewing, but I joined in the Sew Can She mini-log cabin block sew-along. I am not a quilter but this little 4.5" block looked like one I could manage. Caroline walked us through selecting fabrics, cutting our fabrics, sewing the blocks and finally making something. I appreciated the tutorials and tips!
I have been wanting some new t-shirts and thought my little block would make a nice pocket. I love pattern & tutorials that Its Always Autumn has put together for her Easy Tee. I haven't sewn Autumn's pattern yet, but used her Peter Pan collar on my trusted Jocole Mix & Match Ladies shirt pattern. I have made 4 of these Jocole shirts and have adapted the neckline and length for my body. I've added 1.25" to each side of the shoulder and shortened it by 4" in the front, tapering down in the back for a high-low hemline. It's hard to give up a good thing!
I added the pocket to the front shirt panel before starting the shirt construction. Another modification I make to the Jocole pattern is adding clear elastic to the shoulder and arm seams. This was recommended in another free t-shirt pattern, the Blank Canvas Tee from 3 Hours Past on Craftsy. I like the stability it gives the seams and I add it while serging the seam. After sewing the shoulder seams, it is time to add your collar.
Thanks, Caroline and Sew Can She for a fun sew-along. I learned how to make a mini-log cabin block and how to add a collar to a t-shirt. Check out the other entries on Facebook or the SCS blog.
