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Organic Tana Lawn : the Perfect Shirt

February 9, 2021

The Perfect shirt meets the perfect fabric! Click through to read more about my favorite button-down and a brand new fabric base.

Tags: DuckaDilly fabrics, Garment Sewing, J Crew, liberty lawn, Liberty London, Organic Tana Lawn, perfect shirt, seamstress, shirt, Strawberry Thief, tana lawn

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Making the Perfect Shirt

May 9, 2017

Have you ever had something you wanted to do so badly that once the chance came around, your expectations were so high, you were nearly frozen with fear of failing or second guessing everything? That’s me. You see, my favorite wardrobe item is J.Crew’s Perfect Shirt, the most well made, perfectly fitting, brilliantly constructed shirt I’ve ever...

Tags: beach, classic shirt, coastal, cotton, Duckadilly, fish, Garment Sewing, J Crew, Jones & Vandermeer, lawn, Liberty of London, shirtmaking, Shoals, the Perfect Shirt, Wiltshire

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PsychicSewerKathleenMay 9, 2017 - 10:40 am
I was so excited by your post I just had to write :) I’ve been on a blouse making MISSION for the past 3 months in my search for the perfect shirt but I do want to make it! I’ve explored several patterns – a couple of which are outstanding and have been a great success – one is the Cashmerette Harrison (which would likely be too big for you since it starts at a 12) and the one I’m working on now is the Fitted Blouse by the Cupful by J. Stern designs. I have another on order from Vogue in their Comfort Fit category that also looks really good. Your process and relentless search to duplicate your favourite was so inspiring! I’m in awe :) Congratulations on your success. You have a pattern now that you can make over and over in all your favourite fabrics…you might want to make one up in dupioni silk (I did and love it!) :)ReplyCancel
KarenMay 9, 2017 - 10:58 am
Well wasn’t that person who told you to buy one and deconstruct it simply brilliant. Your blouses are truly perfect and it’s delightful to read how excited you are! It inspires me to return to making clothes.ReplyCancel
TeriMay 9, 2017 - 1:02 pm
These both look amazing, Meredith! I’m glad you were able to recreate your favorite shirt. I also have the Granville pattern but I haven’t made it yet. I’m concerned about the sleeves not fitting me properly. I just got the new Classic shirt pattern from Liesl + Co and I’m curious to try that one. I haven’t ever worn this J Crew shirt but I sort of want to go try one on and see how I like it. It looks like a great style!ReplyCancel
Lisa BurgerMay 10, 2017 - 12:26 pm
What a great accomplishment! I know what it’s like to be paralyzed by fear of… messing up. Good job find a solution, and now have a classic piece that will last a long time. Please bring to VT :) xoReplyCancel
EmilyMay 10, 2017 - 12:51 pm
You have outdone yourself! These shirts are absolutely breathtaking on you! As someone who sews, I marvel at the construction even more!ReplyCancel
JulieSeptember 14, 2017 - 7:13 pm
Wow, I’m so impressed your shirts are “perfect”! If you don’t mind, what size is the pattern you made? I want to learn to sew and haven’t purchased a sewing machine yet. My dream is to make my own shirts out of the Liberty of London fabric. I did take a class last year and made an apron but the teacher closed her business. I’ve been looking at patterns and haven’t found the “one” yet. You’ve inspired to get started! Maybe, I should start with a sleeveless, collarless top first. ReplyCancel
- MeredithSeptember 19, 2017 - 2:54 pm
  I used a size zero and made my pattern from disassembling the Perfect Shirt. While shirts aren’t terribly difficult to put together, I would definitely recommend getting your feet wet with some other garments just to get the order down and also to practice differently techniques. I’d be happy to give you some recommendations of well written patterns if you are interested. ReplyCancel
  - Julie SeilerSeptember 23, 2017 - 8:33 pm
    Thanks, Meredith, I would appreciate any pattern recommendations. ReplyCancel
    - MeredithSeptember 28, 2017 - 9:41 pm
      Hi Julie!! I’m so sorry for my late reply. We just moved this past week and haven’t quite settled in. Anyway, my favorite patterns to learn from are actually Oliver + S kids patterns. If you have any children in your life, the skills you would learn from those are the very best and completely invaluable. Liesl Gibson of Liesl and Co has released a women’s shirt that is classic and has all the details you would expect from a high end store bought shirt. She also has versions for men and kids which I purchased this week and am looking forward to making. I have never been disappointed by one of her patterns, and I always make them multiple times. Deer and Doe is also a great company. I love their Bruyere top which I have also lengthened to a dress. It’s straightforward and very pretty. Another staple pattern for me is the Michelle, My Belle Dress from the book Liberty Love (which is packed with great projects!) I have about ten of them. I also love the Biscayne Blouse from Hey June. It’s simple and polished, and it gets quite a lot of wear. My latest obsession is the La Parisienne en Ete from Louis Antionette (bought from Jones and Vandermeer). I have made the skirt multiple times and it is hands down my favorite skirt pattern.
      
      I know I’ve made lots more. If you would like any more recommendations just let me know and I’ll be happy to help. I’ll try to be more prompt in answering you in the future! I’m so sorry for the delay. ReplyCancel

Let’s play catch up

January 30, 2013

I can’t believe I’ve neglected this space for nearly a week! My retail job has been keeping me pretty busy now that we’re rolling into our craziest time of the year. Even though I haven’t been posting, I have been sneaking in some sewing time whenever I get the chance! I’ve been working on a...

Tags: Alexia Marcelle Abegg, Anchor, Anna Maria Horner, fabric, J Crew, Julia Rothman, Liberty Love, Liberty of London, Miscellany, needlepoint, quilt, rayon challis, tapestry kit

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