question about mixing fabrics

Aug 08, 2010 2 Replies
J

(I just posted this over on the sewing group but I know there are a lot of sewists here that I don't see over there so thought I would try both.)



I'm making some winter pjs for 4 of my DGDs and one has requested that I make her a raglan top using flannel as the front and back and knit for the sleeves. This seems like a great way to stretch my fabric and I love the raglan top pjs I've made in the smaller sizes but that pattern only goes up to a size 6 and I need a size 10 or 12. Will I need to make any special adjustments when I mix the two fabric types? The pattern I have is Simplicity 5874, very simple with a ribbed neckline.



Does anyone have any suggestions?



TIA,



Judie


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P

I don't see where there would be a problem. You are pre-shrinking the flannel, aren't you? I would also do a bit of a preshrink on the knit. As long as the fabrics need the same care it should be fine.

Have fun, Pati, > (I just posted this over on the sewing group but I know there are a lot

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J

Pati,

Yes, I pre wash everything, and with flannel I usually wash it more than once with hot water. Especially since most of my sewing is done for children.

Thanks,

Judie

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