Ick...we got a small amount of snow last night! |
Those owls are just so cute. |
So on the second and third pair I folded the seams on themselves inward toward the center and then sewed along the edge. I think it makes a better finish - if there is a "proper" way to finish them please let me know. I have left a small portion of the elastic casing open just in case I have to adjust the elastic once my husband and sons receive them. I had bought enough fabric to make 2 pairs for each (plus a little bit extra for my stash, of course) but after seeing them finished I thought I would let them try them on and then I will decide whether I need to make a smaller size. These boxers are really large - much larger than what I would normally buy in the store.
I didn't get to make any pj pants but I think I had a wonderfully successful Friday Night Sew-In anyway. Go here to check out what other participants worked on for their FNSI.
On a side note, my fabulous nephew Leslie just came back from a business trip to the States and look what he brought me....
Of course, only a quilter would be so happy to receive these boxes of color catchers. Unfortunately, they are not available in Canada. They will help prevent any future disasters like this one.
13 comments:
Woohoo! New packaging for the color catchers sheets!
Great job on the boxers! I've never sewn clothes but they look perfect to me!
You have done a GREAT job Ellen! When I learned to sew I was taught to zigzag the seams just like you did. Others who sew clothes and who have the correct equipment overlock the seams like you see on professional garments. Either way is acceptable. Have a look on the inside of purchase garments and see what they do. And again - well done and good for you having the courage. If you can make boxers you can make PJ pants -the only difference is the legs are longer!
Thjose boxers look great. What a wonderful nephew you have! Is he getting a pair of the boxers?
Wow!! They look like Haute Coture boxers to me!! All the really expensive stuff has enclosed seams. You did great! Now.. if you fancy making me some new knickers... it's size LARGE please...;))
Hi Ellen
I just love the way those boxers are hanging on the line. You did a wonderful job making them. Love sis
The boxers you made for gifts turn out beautifully! It's funny to see 4 packs of the new color catchers right there in your next photo. I just used one to get rid of a disaster on a quilt that had a burgundy stain from the binding on a cream backing. It took out every bit! Those are highly successful.
Great job on the boxers! I knew you could do it. I purchased fabric to make myself a little skirt... oh, maybe 9 or ten years ago. Still sitting in the bag. I haven't got the courage to try it yet.
Nicely done boxers! I'm impressed with your garment making. Your family will be tickled with them! (no pun intended ;-)
Handsome looking boxers (can't say cute when it is for men) Isn't it funny how we can sew quilt pieces all day long and then get confused the first time something isn't flat? The seams look great to me.
The boxers look so good... you should make some for yourself. They are great to sleep in in the summer! My daughters just LoVe 'em!
Merry Christmas :)
Those owl shorts are so great. Love them. Great job.
Great boxers! I love color catchers too! Glad you could get a supply.
Good to see you made progress on the boxers. My mom just came back from the US and Asked for colour chatchers too. Ha ha
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