Am I crazy? Maybe!

It has been years and years since I attempted to make clothing for myself.   Ages ago, I had a pattern for a dashiki shirt.   I used that pattern to make several shirts for work.  At that time I worked in a factory and needed something cooler than a T-shirt.  (It was hot on that assembly line!)  The pattern is long gone. And anyway, I am no longer that size since I matured.  (I was a skinny twenty year old. )  

So I decided to take some yardage that I dyed and just go for it.  If it fails,  I have instant scraps for quilting,  right?

I cut two pieces using the back of the scrub top below as my pattern.  I will adapt the front piece into a "dashiki style" neckline.  (If I can remember how!)   

                                            Here is that scrub top that I used as a pattern. 

I haven't decided if I will use the serger.  I am thinking that I will sew the seams first and then use the serger to finish the inside edges.  The neckline was done with a facing in the original dashiki pattern, so I am going to attempt to replicate that part of the design.   If it works well, I may make a couple more.  I think it would be fun in batik.  

Oh yes, I have to sort out placing the pocket - because a guy needs a shirt pocket. At least this guy does.

Until Next Time,  

Stay Creative 

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