Hi friends! Remember my post about a first attempt at sewing a men’s shirt? My son-in-law, Brian (the owner of the shirt) is modeling it to perfection over here! Photography credit goes to his wife, Sarah Mirza. I am especially thankful for Brian trusting me with making him a clothing item! How many men will trust their mother-in-law with their wardrobe choices?
So, take a look at the details. The pattern is McCalls 6044 and the fabric is cotton chambray.
The collar: I had an issue with the collar ending too far toward the center front, and here is what I mean. If the collar was drafted where it’s front ended a little further back, the front bands would have lined up perfectly. Since this is a casual shirt, Brian will not button up the collar, so it turns out well.
The front band: I thought it was too narrow, but it looks good on him. Buttonholes were a breeze to make on my Bernina 1230.
The cuffs!! I love how they turned out. Even without a placket.
There will be a back yoke in Brian’s next shirt — definitely. And, the seams will be flat felled seams, and the sleeves will have a placket.
I am proud of how this shirt turned out. I am proudest of my son-in-law, Brian; couldn’t have a made a shirt for a nicer guy. He looks smashing in it!
Wishing everyone a very happy Thanksgiving! I am humble and grateful for all my readers who find my words at least a little bit worth their time.
Samina
the shirt looks great!….I know that he is proud that you wanted to sew for him….it makes people feel special. Great job, will be watching for the next one..
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Thank you, Karon! I’m on a shirt-making roll now. More for Brian, and for other immediate family members. So watch out, world 🙂
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You did a marvelous professional looking job Samina!
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Thanks, Faye! Appreciate your sweet comment.
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It looks pretty good to be and I know Brian must like it
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Awww. Thanks, Marilyn! Yes, he loves the shirt, and is looking forward to more custom made shirts.
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Nice!!
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Thanks! 🙂
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Really really nice! I see no faults in it at all. (not being picky, just looking closely and seeing perfection!) I would never have known that it’s a home sewn shirt. Anyone would love it! I buy one of my son in loves tshirts from a catalog for tall men, he’s very hard to fit, but sew him a shirt!! I’m too critical of my work! (I sew for my own boys/men) You are very brave and look at your end product- totally worth it! Tell your SIL thank you for modeling it so nicely so we all could see what a beautiful shirt you made him! :o)
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Thanks for your lovely comment 🙂 . Actually, I want you to look closely, and tell me if anything should be different.
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I love those cuffs without a placket! Why have I never thought to try that? It gives such a clean look, and I hate sewing plackets; they’re the fiddliest part of shirt sewing. I am going to give this a try on my next button-down for sure. The shirt suits your SIL to a T!
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Thank you, Nancy! If you like the non-placket design, go or it. This is a two-piece sleeve and the sleeve slit opened up at the end of the extra seam (not the underarm seam).
You’re right — Brian does look great in the shirt!
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Very nice and accomplished make! Son-in-law does a good job modeling it. Isn’t he the one usually found behind the camera? Happy Thanksgiving!
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thanks, Lisa! Brian moonlights on the weekends as a photographer.
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The shirt looks great on him! I agree with the changes you want to make – it will elevate the shirt further.
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Thank you, Tomasa!
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