For the longest time I have been intimidated selectively avoiding sewing with knit fabrics. I didn't want to have to deal with using a special needle, was unsure of appropriate finishing techniques, and the thought of cutting jersey fabric made me want to shudder. Slowly, I have been warming up to sewing with knits. I no longer want to run screaming out of the room...
I made my 4-year-old the Flashback Skinny Tee by Made by Rae. This is the first knit project that I completed using only my serger! The pattern has only 3 pieces and construction is simple. Fabric is an interlock jersey obtained from Joanns. Since the fabric width is 56 inches, I was able to make it out of only 1/2 a yard. For the next one (and yes, there will be more) I would make the sleeve cuffs smaller; I find them too wide for the sleeve. This pattern is fast! From cutting out to having a completed garment: 1 hour.
You did a terrific job! I've purchased some of that same fabric from JoAnn's and love the idea of a shirt with contrasting cuffs and neckline.
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