Here is a poor quality photo of the Archer. I stretched the under-collar at the points recommended in David Page Coffin's book, and it worked great! It turns so gracefully.
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All that's left is cuffs, hem & buttons now - but I doubt I'll wear it until spring so on to more important & seasonally appropriate stitching...
Several long-sleeved knit Ts in black & grey have developed holes. Since I vowed to purchase no clothing, it was time to buy some boring fabric. I've never been less excited to get a package of fabric delivered in my life. I like to wear black a lot, but it's not a color that jumps out at me when fabric shopping.
Although the Renfrew calls for a stable knit, I was feeling brave and decided to do it up in a rayon tissue knit. To top it off, my knit was off-grain and no amount of coaxing or steaming could get it to behave. I thread-traced some grainlines in, and took my time cutting it out. Since it's a tissue weight, I cut out two front panels so I don't have to layer it. Here it is so far, with just the shoulder seams & the cowl done. I love rayon knit - it's so drapey, and soft!
