When we would present at the Original Sewing and Quilt Expo, our stage show was called Four Core Patterns, One Great Wardrobe. In it, we reveal the magic that happens to your wardrobe when you begin sewing with Fit for Art’s four core patterns: the Tabula Rasa Jacket (TRJ), Eureka! Pants that Fit, the Tabula Rasa Knit Tee and Tunic (TRK), and the Carpe Diem Dress and Tunic.
Here is one outfit that was featured in the stage show. It is one of my go-to outfits in spring and fall.
At it’s base are black Eureka! Pants. These pants are styled in black stretch denim. You can read about them and the pattern work in the post on Narrow Pants. When my wardrobe needs to move from sandals and ankle pants to shoes and socks, these are a perfect choice for flats or comfort shoes.
I often pair these pants with a TRK tunic. The tighter silhouette of these pants always look sleek under the long swingy TRK tunic hemline. This top was created with one of our knit bundles. It has the ballet neckline from our Wide Neckline Variations pattern. See my design inspirations and the neckline finishing process in our Knits—Bundles, Ballets and Boats post.
The cozy wrap-up for this ensemble is a loosely woven black and white cotton TRJ. It features the funnel neckline found in the Rain or Shine Variations. It has a pair of pintuck pockets (free pattern download) and the dramatic roll back cuffs from our Sleeve and Cuff Variations. The details are made with a hand-painted Thai cotton. Both fabrics came from Mekong River Textiles. In my stash, I found a silk print remnant for the lining to finish it off cheerfully. There was only enough for the body, so the sleeves are lined in white.
When I cut out the coat, I made sure that it would be long enough to fall gracefully over the long sides of my knit tunic tops. It is perfect for cool days which I long for this time of year. Seems I have not written a post about this coat but perhaps I will add it onto the schedule so you can see all the details.
Do you have some fabulous two- or three-piece Fit for Art outfits? Tell us about them and we will feature some in this blog.
Happy Sewing, RAE
Hi RAE, I am feeling inspired — I love the jacket you made with the Eureka pants. I especially like the lining used in the jacket. That is a great way to use some leftover – coordinated fabrics. I will be at Expo in Fredricksburg, Va and can’t wait to see you and what fabric bundles you bring.
Glenda, it will be great to see you. We have some lovely new knits. See you soon.