The evening of the last post, I did manage to locate my white linen, cut the yardage desired, and launder it. The next day, I pressed it.
And then the fabric just languished while life--and a few holiday parties--happened.
With some happiness, I can report that the fabric is no longer languishing, and has--in fact--been cut! The edges of the pieces have all been zig-zagged. And a few pieces have even be sewn together!
While numerous of my friends would chortle and deride such lack of progress, at least one that I know would/will/and does COMPLETELY understand what an ordeal it can be attempting to sew with a toddler in residence.
Declan fell asleep on our way home from this morning's archery practice. As my spouse wanted to work on straightening up the garage, we simply let the boy nap while Daddy worked within a few feet of the car. I took the opportunity to get the dining room transformed into my sewing studio. I was also able to measure and cut out all the pieces of the chemise before Declan rose.
Once awake, the baby played with Daddy in the garage for a time. I used the chance to stay-stitch and edge stitch all of the linen pieces. But soon it was my turn to play parent.
Husband and I traded off similarly for most of the evening, and as of now--I can say that progress has been made!
A few notes about the chemise thus far. I debated whether to use
french seams or
flat-felled seams. I ultimately chose french seams, mainly as I was running dangerously low on white thread. However, I didn't get too far, so could switch over after a trip to Jo-Ann tomorrow for thread.
Typically, I do neither, instead simply serging or zig-zagging the edges to prevent fraying and pressing the seam open. However, I do want to get back into the habit of creating clothing--not just "garb" or "costumes," and nicely finished seams, particular on items worn close to the skin, feel much nicer.
How to you finish your chemises/underclothes? Do you have a preference?
