I bought this fabric to make Joel another Hawaiian shirt. It’s been two years since I’ve made him one. It’s time to retire some of the old ones.
Souvenir yarn or fabric are loads of fun. Rather than buying a tchotchke that collects dust and nothing else, making something useful makes the memories last even longer.
I know, I keep on taking pictures of collars, that is because I am very very pleased with how my collars are coming out these days.
I am also able to use the five thread serger! It sews a clean chain stitch as well as serging the edges neatly all in one go! I rarely use this function because if I need to make changes, it’s a little harder to do. Since I know this pattern so well, not a problem here!
Making this shirt is takes only a few hours. The collar takes the most time. Even setting the sleeves in is easy, since they are so big and roomy. There is no easing or inset sewing.
Although the fabric was purchased on Maui, all the references are to Oahu, oh well, it’s Hawaii.
What you’ve been waiting for, the model. Hangers just aren’t the same.
My camera is acting up, I’m not getting good focus. I may need to have it looked at. Yikes! Have I worn it out with all my pictures?
Looking good! Especially the model!
Next, my own souvenir shirt!