As I was out Shop Hopping, I visited a new store in Hagerstown, MD. Pink Peony Creations opened their brick and mortar store this past spring. They carry fabric that I don’t see at most of the shops around me. In addition to 100% cotton, they also stock some knits and linen. I purchased this Merchant and Mills organic cotton fabric because I’ve been wanting to sew a Remy Raglan by Sew House Seven and I thought the weight of this fabric would be a great match with the pattern. The fabric is 61″ wide, so I knew I would have plenty for pattern matching the plaid.

I sewed View #2 with short sleeves, which has a seam running down the front of the top, so I meticulously cut the pattern pieces so that seam would match up. Since it is front and center, I did not want the check pattern to be misaligned. I also matched the side seams while I was at it. Honestly, it took me longer to think about the pattern layout and overcome the fear of cutting into my fabric than it did to actually sew the top. LOL

The seam down the front of the top allows for an easy way to add this keyhole with button and loop closure. The pattern instructions are clear and easy to follow. The pattern rating is for confident beginner, and I would say that is an accurate rating (just don’t use a plaid fabric). The pattern also guides you through terrific finishing techniques so you do not have any exposed edges on the inside of the garment.

A bias binding strip is sewn to the neck edge, then the seam is clipped, the folded edge of the bias strip is brought to the inside, and it is sewn down. That bias strip will also finish off the loop seam on the inside of the garment. Here is a picture of that:

The interior of the top is just as lovely as the exterior:

The sleeve and side seams are finished with French seams.

I added a cute strawberry label by Sarah Hearts. The color match was pretty much spot on. It was as if the label was made to specifically coordinate with this fabric. I love that.

I just hemmed the sleeves and turned them up twice and tacked them down to keep the cuff in place.

I will use this top year round. The fabric is cool and comfortable for summer wear, and it is also lightweight enough that it does not add a lot of bulk under a sweater or jacket for fall and winter wear. All and all, IMHO, my new Remy Raglan is a winner.

Have you used Sew House Seven patterns? If so, please share with us which one(s) you have sewn and what your experience was. I have also sewn the Toaster Sweater (4 different times), and I love that pattern as well.

Thank you for reading and sharing. Have a great sewing week, dear readers.