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Aug
28

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Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {Make It Handmade}


Palak, from Make It Handmade, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation”
for the Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt.

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Hi everyone! I’m thrilled to be sharing my Ethan pattern flip along side such talented ladies from this week! This project is one of my absolute favorites.

Each year we celebrate Rakhi at our home… and every year my son wears a t-shirt and jeans. I’ve heard all the complaints– fancy clothes are too itchy, too tight, too hot and too flashy. When I saw the Ethan shirt I knew I had to try my hand at making my son a kurta that he would actually wear.

What’s a kurta? It’s a traditional South Asian shirt that can be dressed up or down. (If you are interested, you can see different versions of kurtas on this pinterest board).

Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {sewn by: Make It Handmade}

The biggest challenge in doing this flip was trying to figure out what to keep and what to change to make this decidedly ‘western’ pattern fit a more ‘eastern’ style.

In my opinion, the thing that really sets a kurta apart from a dress shirt is the fabric and the collar. Although fancy kurta’s can be made from wool or silk, I chose an uber soft, airy cotton for maximum comfort. The fabric reminded me of traditional Indian “khadi” fabric. Khadi fabric is traditionally handspun fabric that is also a symbol of national pride for India.

Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {sewn by: Make It Handmade}

Modifying the collar to be the traditional “Nehru” collar was so much easier than I expected! I simply used the collar stand pattern piece as the collar.

Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {sewn by: Make It Handmade}

Some things that I didn’t change about the pattern: The fit!  The loose fit of this pattern worked perfectly for my son.

I also kept the pleats and yoke of the original pattern, even though traditional kurta’s don’t have a yoke. I think it went along way towards making the shirt more comfortable to move in for my son.

Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {sewn by: Make It Handmade}Since there isn’t any embroidery on this kurta, I added a cut the placket fabric on the bias. I love how the placket stands out when you look closely at the shirt.

Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {sewn by: Make It Handmade}

The shirt pattern is very versatile and it offers different lengths for the shirt depending on the look you want. I cut the longest length offered by the pattern. I did cut the bottom straight across for a more traditional look.

Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {sewn by: Make It Handmade}

But, by far, the best part of this pattern was that he loved it. He really loved it! He wore it for the entire ceremony and most of the day afterwards.

Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {sewn by: Make It Handmade}

Thank you so much for having me for Flip This Pattern! If you want to read more about this outfit, or about how our Rakhi went this year, head on over to Make It Handmade!

Sis Boom, Ethan Shirt {sewn by: Make It Handmade}

 

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Flip this Pattern: Summer 2014 is sponsored by Imagine Gnats and The Fabric Stash.
Thank you both for showing such support in the sewing community and this series! We appreciate you!!



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12 Comments



Heather
9 yearss ago


This is beautiful. So unexpected but so natural. I love the colour and the fabric. I’m glad your son loves it!!!

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    palak
    9 yearss ago


    Thank you Heather! Thats so nice of you!

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Veronica
9 yearss ago


That color is my favorite, and I never would have thought it was cotton! It looks like linen. Beautiful job, and so glad he liked it, too!

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    palak
    9 yearss ago


    I originally wanted linen too, but it was just too pricy! I love this homespun– I have just a tiny bit left to play with.

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Caila
9 yearss ago


OOh, I love this Palak! Seriously, your little guy is so handsome in his kurta!

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    palak
    9 yearss ago


    Thank you so much Caila!

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FrancesSuzanne
9 yearss ago


I’m swooning over that fabric….so light and airy {and such a perfect color}!! What a wonderful idea to take advantage of the FLIP challenge for the making of your son’s kurta… As always, your photography is stunning, and you captured some priceless pictures of your children in the process!!

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Jo (Dotta.)
9 yearss ago


I love it! Finally something…different!

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    Jo (Dotta.)
    9 yearss ago


    I mean, something different FOR A BOY!

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Jenya
9 yearss ago


The shirt looks great on your son. The colour is just perfect!

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jeanine
9 yearss ago


beautifully done! I love that colour and fabric and the fit looks great – how very different! love it!

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Angie
9 yearss ago


I adore this shirt! Your details are so perfect – wonderful job!

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