Cut Out + Keep

Mesh it!

A layer of mesh makes such an impact

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/a-layer-of-mesh-makes-all-the-difference • Posted by Maria T

Here's how you make your activewear look store bought! This fabric was provided to me by White Tree Fabrics UK.

You will need

Project Budget
Free

Time

4 h 00

Difficulty

So-so
Medium 114675 2f2016 07 11 105229 valentines day collection Medium 114675 2f2016 07 11 105243 pacific legging overlap zip Medium 114675 2f2016 07 11 105258 pacific legging overlap zip

Description

Here's how you make your activewear look store bought! This fabric was provided to me by White Tree Fabrics UK.

Instructions

  1. Small 114675 2f2016 07 11 104541 legging%2btrims

    The fabrics and notions you choose should suit your purpose. The list attached to this tutorial is really your choice. Have a look at your pattern and see what you really need.

  2. Small 114675 2f2016 07 11 104820 mesh%2bzipper

    You can use mesh to construct the waistband pocket on your legging pattern. I chose the Sewaholic leggings for this tutorial. I recommend Jalie, Fehr Trade, New Look, Kwik Sew and McCalls patterns for leggings.

  3. Small 114675 2f2016 07 11 105017 img 3095

    I've toned down the pink side panels using a layer of mesh. The pattern I've used is Sewaholic Dunbar top.

  4. Small 114675 2f2016 07 11 105100 dunbar top mesh closeup

    Another neat place I added mesh was on the back t-bar on the top. It's not practical but it was a neat idea.

  5. Small 114675 2f2016 07 11 105150 nl mesh shoulder

    Finally, you can add a layer of mesh on the shoulders for a subtle change. I've used New Look 6160.