Pattern: Kwik Sew 3093

Sometimes you get all creative with your sewing: tackling new and interesting projects, using fabrics you’ve never experimented and making clothing you’ve never seen in stores. And other times, you just need to make a wardrobe builder. I’ve always felt that turtlenecks are timeless, however I think that other’s might disagree with me. I’ve always liked the look of them and realized that my only black turtleneck, which was purchased, was getting a lot of use. I figured I would need to have another one on hand for when this one was dirty. Well why not make one instead of seeking one out at stores?

I’m glad I did, because I had this pattern and it was definitely a quick sew (as the pattern implies). Black knit is always available from one of my favorite fabric stores and my serger made this in cinch to sew up. The whole project went together so smoothly, it was like a perfectly planned spy operation…

Well maybe that is a stretch. The pattern is simple enough so it is highly recommended for beginners. However, I would recommend you use a serger if you do attempt it as it just makes sewing knits SOOO much easier.

This top matches so many of my me-made skirts, so I can see it getting a lot of use in the cooler months. And I really needed an easy win as I ease my life back into sewing again. Until next time!