My Jazzy Sweatshirt...New Look 6230

Things have been crazy busy around these parts, but I'm loving it!

I saw some sweatshirt fabric in hancock a couple of months ago and quickly grabbed it up. I've wanted some for a good while, but I could never seem to find any. I was SHOCKED to actually see that hancock had several colors.

I thought I was going to make this cute little shift dress that I saw on Net-A Porter but decided against it...for now lol.

I picked up this gorgeous sequin fabric while I was in LA last year and knew this would make the perfect sweatshirt!

I am clearly loving my hat these days lol.

My sweatshirt fabric has ZERO stretch so I made it a little bit bigger. Gives me that slouchy feel.

I also made the neckline a little bit wider so that it would give me a slightly off the shoulder look. Instead of hemming the bottom I added a 2.5 inch band.

I decided to wear it with my favorite jeans and some silver flats. I wore this to lunch with Tony the other day and he loved it. So did I. Nothing like being cute, casual and comfy!

For those of you who sew, here is a review:

New Look 6230

Pattern Description: Knit baseball shirt has feminine fit, can be made with banded round or V-neck & 3/4 or long sleeves.

Pattern Sizing: 4-16 I cut the 16 and added a little more shaping.


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Yes, pretty much.
Were the instructions easy to follow? I didn't even look at them. I made this pattern before. You can see it HERE

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?I loved the style of this shirt.


Fabric Used: Sweatshirt fabric from hancock and sequin knit from Michael Levine


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I made the neckline wider, left the band off at the neckline, added shaping, and added a 2.5 inch band at the bottom.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I highly recommend this pattern. Its a wardrobe staple if you like this style shirt. I probably will make it again if I want another shirt like this.

Conclusion: Great pattern, quick sew and super cute. Grab one for your stash today.

Comments

[Moe]

Love the look !!!

[Carolyn]

Love that you left the band off at the neckline...gives it that 80s Flashdance feel! Great sweatshirt!

[Megan]

I love this. I just got this pattern and am hoping to make a few with a different front fabric like you did. How much fabric did you need for that part? I was going to try lace, then maybe leather if I can work up some courage. I just followed you on Pattern Review. I am digging your style.

[Cashana]

Simple but glam...

[Kathy Sews]

Fantastic!!!

[Adrienne]

Thanks Moe!

[Adrienne]

Thank you!

[Adrienne]

Thank you! It was way less than half a yard. I don't know the exact amount. I just cut it lol. Lace will be very pretty! I used a faux leather the first time I made this.

[Adrienne]

Thank you!

[Adrienne]

Thank you!!

[gloria]

Happy Valentine's Day to you and yours. I love the puppy pics, good luck with your new addition. I love the look of the shirt. I almost bought this pattern but now I know for sure I will get it. Thanks again for reminding us all to keep our eyes on God and stay focused on Him! Have a great day. Gloria

[Levone]

Love the 'luxe' sweatshirt! When adding the band at the bottom, did you just determine the length of it by doubling the length of the bottom of the bodice?