These would have to be some of the least ‘Coastal’ or ‘Cargo’ looking Coastal Cargos I’ve seen. I wanted to play with the pattern and Roman needed some pants for Church, so they’re more Tuxedo style. I really like the pattern, it gives you so many options, so there will be a lot more of these coming. I’ve already bought 5 pieces of fabric for other pairs!
These pants were nice and challenging with quite a few techniques I haven’t tried before. The welt pocket and zip fly were first times for me. The fly nearly drove me insane! I had to pull out a pair of hubby’s jeans and examine them for it to make sense to me. I’m glad I did it though, as one of my aims this year is to try and challenge myself with my sewing. I did let out a ‘squeeee’ of delight when zipping them up on Roman this morning…tiny man trousers!
The pants also give you a lot of opportunities to use some hidden and fun fabric. I used my final scrap of this rainbow stripe fabric that Roman loves. I used it in a pair of slippers for him in a previous KCW and he loves his ‘rainbow slippers’. I’m hoping he’ll be happy to put the pants on for the same reason.
Again, a bribe of a fruit bar resulted in some usable action shots of the pants. Hubby took about 15 photos and then Roman decided to stick his finger in some bird poo and wipe it off on the pants…photo shoot over!
I realise I’m a bit late to the Neon trend, but I’ve had this paint for ages and finally got around to using it. It looks yellow in the pot, but very green on the fabric. I think the grey is coming through a bit. Again, I’ve used the Flashback Skinny Tee for the pattern. I’ve lost count of how many of them I’ve made. The shape just fits Roman perfectly, so I don’t think I’ll be trying another top pattern any time soon. I’m not sure if that’s smart or boring?! I cut up a Champagne cork for my stamp and brushed the paint onto it with a paintbrush.
And finally, I’ve been making up a few pairs of Fancy Pants Leggings. A few weeks ago I tested the pattern for Laura from Craftstorming and made Roman up a few pairs of pyjamas with Flashback Skinny Tees for tops. I didn’t want the new baby missing out, so this week I also made up some in baby size! These are the 3 – 6 months size and I added the feet for warmth as it will be cold here by the time they fit. I love the bum panel in these pants…it gives you so many options for having fun and when Roman digs under the couch for lost cars, the bum panel looks super cute sticking up in the air!
All in all, I’m really happy with everything I completed this week. I challenged myself with the Coastal Cargos and the making of the Peter Rabbit Jacket and also got a couple of wardrobe staples done for the boys. Some days I got a lot done and others none. How did you fair this week?
Melissa (Melly Sews) says
Love these – and that triangle painted shirt! Pinning for future blog feature.
thingsforboys says
Thanks Melissa!
Roslyn@Sew Delicious says
So funny, I was admiring these pics in the Flickr group the other day and I didn’t realise they were yours!! Those pants are great with the rainbow trim. I bet he will love them.
thingsforboys says
He wore them all day with no complaints, so I think that’s a sewing success!
Toni-Maree from Sew Jereli says
You have had an awesome week Abby! Love all the things you have made. You have been super productive 🙂
I adore the shirt with the neon triangles, I really want one now haha. You know, I don’t have the flashback skinny tee pattern. I am so stingy when it comes to buying patterns.
thingsforboys says
I know what you mean about buying patterns. I’ve definitely got my money’s worth from it though. I’ve made more than 10 of them and only used 2 sizes so far.
Dagny says
I adore your stamped tee. I can hardly believe how perfectly you placed each stamp.
thingsforboys says
Thanks! I used a ruler to keep them nice and straight.
feelincrafty says
I’m supposed to be doing the coastal cargos tonight…. I don’t know if I have the energy though! Maybe another tee… Not that the kid needs another one… I love the neon tee. looks great!
thingsforboys says
Tees are definitely addictive! Roman doesn’t need anymore but I still have a few ideas in my head that I want to try out.
Jenny Young says
Wow you’ve done well Abby! And congrats for being featured over on the official KCW blog for your neon tee!
thingsforboys says
Thanks Jen! I have my ‘last week pre-cutting’ to thank for how much I managed to get done. I was pretty excited to get featured on the blog too!
celina bailey says
Oh wow, everything you made is so cute and looks awesome! That blue jacket is so special. Love it all.
thingsforboys says
thanks Celina!
Laura says
You had such a productive week. I love all of these – the rainbow details are amazing and adding the feet to the FPLs is such a good idea. I want to copy that T-shirt too.
Jo says
The coastal cargos a fab Abby (well, it all is!). I’ve been thinking about buying the pattern, I’m after a good all round trouser pattern and thought this might do the trick – great to see them looking so different to those on the pattern pack. You’ve had a good week! I didn’t get made as much as I’d like – as always! But I’m still happy and feel inspired to keep going.
Heather Feather says
I love all your boys clothes! That triangle shirt is fantastic! I’m so glad you find another boy sewer!
Tanpopo says
I love the triangle shirt. What a precise hand you have ! And what is it about being late for neon color ? I hope it’s a trend for ever !
Melissa (Melly Sews) says
Featuring this on my blog tomorrow!