I was probably stupid in thinking this double knit wasn’t going to be as “double” as it is, but I still love how this one turned out!
About the Fabrics
Bodice: 3 yards Grey and Black Tweed Plaid Brazilian 4-way Stretch Double Knit from Cali Fabrics
- FABRIC CONTENT: Poly/Spandex
- FABRIC WIDTH: 56″
- WEIGHT: Midweight
- STRETCH: 4-way 50%
It says midweight, but I would call it borderline heavyweight. It’s quite a substantial fabric, but it maintains a nice drape for a silhouette like this. The back and face are both very smooth, so while it is a heavy fabric, I wouldn’t call it cozy or warm. Definitely versatile, though! It would work just as well for fitted garments as it does here.
Accents: 2 yards Black Double Brushed Poly Spandex Knit from Cali Fabrics
- FABRIC CONTENT: 96% Polyester/4% Lycra
- FABRIC WIDTH: 63″
- STRETCH: 4-way 150%
- WEIGHT: 5.5oz (Light Midweight)
One should always have black DBP on hand as you can use it for just about anything. Here, it shines as the trim along the hem, sleeves, and the lining of my cowl neck. Soft and stretchy, but a little too light to withstand a brisk walk across a parking lot in foggy, below-freezing temperatures. I probably don’t have to say how I know this.
Pockets: Gray brushed tri-blend sweater knit from Boho Fabrics
I don’t have the deets on this fabric since it came from a time before I started saving that info, but I’ve used this fabric on a Dandelion turtleneck, a 40K Sway top, and a Teen Spirit top and I’m putting the leftover scraps to good use! Never waste fuzzy fabric scraps.
About the Pattern
George and Ginger // Ginger Dress
- size 6
- lengthened +2″
- sleeves +2″ from original
- added pockets from Ellie and Mac’s Duchess Jacket
- lengthened original neckband by 10″, widened slightly at opening, and constructed with lining
What I Did Differently
- I skipped hemming this time around. I think DBP behaves so well without hemming.
- I sewed the pockets together with my sewing machine starting and ending about an inch or so into the side seam. This works SO much better. All the angles around pockets are nightmare to serge; far better to just skim over the sewing machine stitches with the serger.
Notes for Next Time
Can’t think of anything I would change.
Project Settings
Sewing Machine vs. Serger
| Sewing Machine | Serger |
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Sewing Machine Settings
| Presser Foot | Stitch# | Stitch Width | Stitch Length | Needle | Top Thread Tension | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| standard zig-zag (A) | 5 | 1.0 | 4 | blue tip | 4 | seams |
Serger Settings
| Stitch Name | 4-thread overlock |
|---|---|
| Needles | R, L |
| Finger | B |
| Threads | 4 |
| Tension Left Needle | 4 |
| Tension Right Needle | 4 |
| Tension Upper Looper | 4 |
| Tension Lower Looper | 4 |
| Cut Width | 6 |
| Stitch Length | 2.5 |
| Differential | 1.0 |
| Application | seams |
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