Above: these delicious Tana Lawn scarves from Sew Lisette are just the thing for spring.
This is the time of year when I start putting my sweaters, coats, and big chunky woolen scarves (even my Gaptastic cowl!) away for storage. I then reach for the floaty, gauzy silk or cotton scarves that are perfect for the New York spring, but that would have withered - or caused me to wither! - in a winter snowstorm.
This tutorial from Sew Lisette for Tana Lawn scarves is the perfect way to get to restock your spring scarf supply and get to know one of my favorite fabrics, Liberty of London's Tana Lawn.
What's all the fuss about? Well, Tana Lawn is a light, strong cotton broadcloth that gets softer with wear and washing. I've made shirts out of it for my husband, and have quilted with it endlessly - and, while expensive, you can't beat it for quality. With its super-close weave, it's very easy to hem and cut precisely.
For this pattern, you need two yards or metres worth of Tana Lawn, but you'll have two scarves at the end. Make one for you and one for your bestie, or for a friend who's getting married. And don't forget - American Mother's Day is right around the corner, on May 13th!
Any fun spring sewing patterns you'd like to share? Leave us a comment with a link and we'll give you a shoutout when we discuss it on Crafty Crafty!
