I did come home with something when I visited the other weekend...
The Wiksten Tank! I've seen the finished product online and I LOVE how it fits - all flowy and such. It's a very pretty and flattering tank, so I thought I'd pick up the pattern and whip a few up before the summer comes around (I know, I know...I live in Ontario, I've got a while...)
I did make one minor mistake when I was there...the fabric that I chose is too heavy...It's a linen cotton blend and I don't think it's going to drape very well without being kinda crunchy, ya know? No harm done, really; I'm sure I can find another use for a beautiful linen blend, but I really wanted to make my tank! The only fabric I had enough of was this really bright, florally one that I found at a thrift store last year. So, I made it, decided to make some alterations to my pattern (length, mainly) and bought some voile to use for my second attempt. Here's the finished product!
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Not very visible...but there IS a pocket there! :) |
Unfortunately, this thank might be stored in my closet for a while...yesterday was the first day of Spring and it was snowing. Getting a little tired of this snow! Though, all things considered, I really can't complain. Last year at this time here in Bowmanville it was almost 26 degrees Celsius (that's 78 degrees Fahrenheit) so we were spoiled for a time (though my Magnolia tree was completely confused...).
Here's hoping for warmer weather! :)
~Karina
I love your version of the Wiksten! The floral is going to really bright up your wardrobe!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! I wear a LOT of black so I thought this would be a good addition! :)
DeleteGreat fabric color. I'm a an auburn haired Mom with red cheecks so I can never ever wear reds and oranges - but I am always envious of those who can! By the way, this is my first visit (through Finish it up Friday) and I really love your blog title and image. Very cool! Great Finish!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind words, Britt! Glad you stopped by - come back any time! :)
DeleteI like it and I'm glad you ended up with that fabric - it will look so wonderful on a summer day.
ReplyDeleteGreat Pattern, I am sure you will enjoy the Tank if our weather ever warms up. The pants and pockets are too cute.
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