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Jun
21

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Creating a Racquet


One of the challenges for Project Run & Play Season 4 sew-along was “Sportswear Week.”  After reading the definition given here, we mistakenly interpreted ‘sportswear’ to be “athletic wear.” And….we weren’t the only ones – check out this awesome creation by you and mie!

Since our sister was an avid tennis player and state champion in high school, we decided it was high time her daughter had some cute attire to wear to the courts.
We chose to use the Oliver + S Badminton Top and Skort pattern, and modify it slightly to have a tennis appearance. We didn’t want our niece to have a ‘fashion distraction’ during her match, so the tie on the front yoke was replaced with a solid elastic casing. We also made the hem facing of the skort be on the outside, instead of as a lining. Piping was added for details, as well as a ball pocket….adding to the true tennis player effect.
While it wasn’t a perfect fit, the experience on the courts more than made up for it! Take a look for yourself.
Entering the courts….
{feel free to hum The Eye of the Tiger} 
choosing the perfect game balls….
tucking a special ball away before beginning warm-ups….
then, taking a few practice swings at the net….
stopping for a water break and….
one final paparazzi photo shoot before the match begins.
Watch out, sports fans! GAME ON!!!



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Veronica
5 yearss ago


I’ve had this pattern for over a year now and really need to make it for Ella. She looks precious and ready for the court!

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    Frances Suzanne
    5 yearss ago


    Ohhh, this pattern would work well for Ella!! I bet she’d like it too…..

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