OK—I wanted to chat—no new quilting going on so I dug deep for something to talk about. Sorry about the poor photos. They were taken last night amidst cooking supper and sprinkles of rain.
Everything has a story. I made these two shirts about five years ago. They are Caboodles patterns, but for the life of me I can’t tell you the name.
They have been passed down to a couple of ladies that deserved the patterns and wouldn’t have gotten them any other way.
First of all – The shirts… I found them—of all places the grocery store. I saw them on a rack, the price was right-- something like $3.50-- so I bought them. I told myself they would probably disintegrate the first time I washed them, so before I sewed on them I washed them five times to see if they would make it.
Vanity--- since having kids 19 years ago… I never tuck anything in. Paranoia maybe, but I just don’t. These shirts are XXXL size 54. They are huge. Each one comes to my knees and I'm 5'6". You can see the sleeves stay rolled up. I love them because they are huge. The first shirt has 3 scarecrows.
I took pieces of the pattern and appliquéd on the pocket
and put a crow on the back.
In the fall we pretty inseparable.
For December, I have the little boy with the Christmas tree.
I wanted to show the collar. No pattern was needed. I just traced the outline of the collar onto newspaper, cut it a little smaller on the bias of the fabric so it would curve nicely. I fused it on and zigzag stitched around the edges. I made it match the buttonholes for the button down part of the shirt.
I’ve even seen cuffs done the same way, but since I roll the sleeves I didn’t bother.
Oh yeah--- It’s a man’s shirt--- I thought it may be a fun idea for a gift for someone or for yourself as a Saturday “Cheer Up”…
Gratitudes:
Good Doctor’s Visit
Smoked Beef Brisket for supper
Ritz Crackers
22 comments:
Those are so cool! Great idea!
Fun shirts. I used to have a denim jumper and I did embroidery and applique on the hem.
Really cute shirts! I have some Caboodles tucked away somewhere!
Love the shirts! I liked the way you added fabric to the collar! Neat idea!
What fun shirts Melanine, thanks for the idea.
So cute . . . no wonder you enjoy wearing them *s*
Simply adorable.
Both are great looking and fun. Nothing can beat comfort combined with that country look.
Those are really cute shirts. Thanks for sharing the pictures of them.
What a lovely idea - thank you so much for sharing - I especially like the collar touch
Just found your blog; what fun! I will be back to read again and sift through your wonderful goodness.
Blondie
Well, now I know what to do with that baggy blue shirt.
Oh what a find! I never can find great denim shirts when I want them. And I love them big too!
I just love oversized, soft denim shirts and you've dressed those up awfully cute! Nice job!
I am in love with both shirts.
Cute shirts. Very cute.
Tuck in shirts, what is that? The bigger the better. Not that I'm fooling anybody! I love what you did to yours. Those stacked scarecrows are too cute!
Hi Mel....love, absolutely LOVE the shirts! maybe it's a midwest thing, but I adore those big blue shirts, and the sleeves MUST be rolled!
You did a great job on the applique designs you used..inspired, I think. Great job1
Hugs, Finn
(I see from your Pixie that you and I are both having the 46 degree weather today *VBS*)
Very good. I like my shirts big also.
I was curious about the stitching around the applique. So you use zig zag too. I know the new machines have the button hole stitch but I've always used zig zag.
Mama Bear
Love the shirts, great for sewing in, every thread wouldn't stick-the collars were inspired!!
Enjoyed your pumpkin carving, looked like fun, wish we celebrated that over here! Tracey
I have a bunch of these shirts and have decorated them up as well. They are so perfect for the fall and winter weather. Yours are sweet!
Oh, this shirt is SO cute!!! I love it! I have subscribed to your site and added you to my list of Michigan sites... check out my blog (lower Michigan) at
http://blog.CaronMosey.com
Keep quilting!
Caron
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