Lil Blue Boo & Dharma Trading Co. design challenge, part 2.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 11:51AM I know the challenge is officially over, but I couldn't resist trying to get a few pictures of the hoodie in daylight. And I was wrong when I said no one here could squeeze into the size I made--William could. Technically. But he wasn't happy about it.
One of the things I love most about Ashley's hoodie pattern is the use of contrasting pieces--it really ups the look but isn't hard at all. And it is so versatile. Plus, she gives you lots of hints on pattern placement to optimize reusing existing hems on the t-shirts you're upcyling. This saves tons of time.
As I mentioned, I added a lining to the hoodie, using a star print I made with freezer paper stencils. This technique is so addictive. I did a lot (and I mean A LOT) of freezer stencil projects last year, but then put it away for a bit as I moved onto other things. Doing it again really reminded me how great it is--I think that's exactly why I chose to try the challenge, to get the creative juices going. Check out Ashley's tutorial on the process if you've never done it.
There are several ways you can line a hood. But instead of hiding all the seams, I chose to showcase them in the lining. Again, because I love the contrast as a design element.
The hood itself fits really well on the nognog. When I cut it out, I thought I must have cut on the wrong line because it looked huge. But take it from me, trust the pattern.
I will be sorting through the closets for more knits to upcycle. Sir William wants one that fits. Here he is rushing the camera while trying to take off the hoodie by yanking straight up on the hood (reinforce those seams!). It's his classic "we're done here" move.
I cannot wait to check out some of the entries. And I'm the lookout for more challenges like this--not because I think I have a shot at the competition, please--it just really worked to motivate me. And it's also nice to be a part of it. Like a modern day sewing circle.
ETA: If you'd like to print out your own baby to-do list, I just added a pdf you can download on the original post.
Reader Comments (4)
What an awesome hoodie! How original.
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Thank you for commenting on my blog today. I wouldn't have found you or this great hoodie you made (I hope this is a winner). I am so going to make something with a checklist like this for my 6 month old. Did you use transfer paper? What program did you create the "list" on? Very cute.
I was just looking through the lil blue boo contest gallery and I had to come see how you did the paper list, it's an applique! Genius! Very VERY cute. And I'm so glad I found your blog, it's going to be one of my new favs! You can come check out my submission on my blog if you'd like too.
Oh my! I saw this in the LBB gallery and then again on One Pretty Thing and am so glad I had the chance to pop on over to your blog! I absolutely adore that applique...and your little model is just too precious! Love your blog too :)
-Mags