Whoops, I fell off the radar a bit there!  The last ten days or so have been full on  – my husband is in the midst of an attack of kidney stones (he’s had them twice before, so we know the drill), I’ve been to a good friend’s 50th birthday party, the kids have had a Girl Guides sleepover at Kryal Castle, there’s been work to go to as well – and once again my blogging lapses.  This is another of last year’s garments.  I reckon I’ll get all of 2016 up on the blog before 2018…

Yet another Aeolian tee. This pattern is one that keeps on giving for me. The fabric is a Spoonflower cotton/spandex, with the print designed by my friend Lisa Christensen.

I got the twin needle out and threaded it with contrasting colours to highlight the raglan sleeve seams and to secure the neckband and hems.

I possibly sewed the size Medium.  This tee has seen quite a bit of wear since I sewed it.  The print has stood up fairly well, but with a degree of fade.  I wash my clothes in gentle detergents and line dry, which helps the longevity of my garments.

From the pattern website: The Aeolian is the perfect boxy cotton tee, as tall as it is wide. It has a square shaped sleeve, strategically inserted to the armhole for maximum 3D body. Sized down, it makes a perfect sheath. Neat, but not tight. Excellent in a glamour knit for a super clean, mini, cocktail dress. Sized up it responds with mega drapes and kaftan-esque volume.

I know that this pattern will get more outings.  I tend to sew it in knits, by I know that Anna has sewn it numerous times in wovens.  I have also seen a superb sleeve alteration that introduces major volume, gathered into a cuff.  Must get onto that at some stage!  In the meantime, it’s all about the basic knit.