Fabric Edit | On Repeat Woven T-shirt (Part 2)
We had so many gorgeous On Repeat Woven T-shirt makes from our team that one Fabric Edit simply wasn’t going to cut it. So, as promised, here’s Part 2.
If you missed Part 1, the idea behind this Fabric Edit is simple. We’re showing you On Repeat sewn in lots of different woven fabrics, so you can see just how much fabric choice can change the look & feel of this deliberately simple style.
For each make, I’ve included the fabric used, where it came from (when we know), the pattern options chosen and what our team thought of the finished result.
If you haven’t seen Part 1, you can find it here. And if you’re standing in front of your stash wondering will this work?, there’s plenty more inspiration waiting for you below.
Elise – Let the linen shine
Fabric: Lightweight linen
Details: Cropped Shell, Regular length, high V neckline, short sleeve, Size 10
Paired with: Making Moves Pants
“This pattern is perfect to showcase a beautiful fabric. It's a super quick sew with lots of different options to choose from for necklines, sleeves and length.”
Jess – Breaking the woven rules
Fabric: Burnout jersey with very low stretch
Details: Longer Top, Tall length, low round neckline, 3/4 sleeve, Size 26/30
Paired with: Matching palazzo pants
“I used a burnout jersey (very low stretch) and it matches my palazzos I made back for my bday! Definitely adding this top into my rotation when I’ve got wovens to sew!”
Sophie – One pattern, two completely different looks
Blue set
Fabric: Rayon
Details: Longer Top, Regular length, mid round neckline, Short Sleeve 1, Micro Vent, Size 14
Paired with: Coco Wide Leg Pants
Green
Fabric: Cotton
Details: Longer Top, Regular length, mid round neckline, 3/4 sleeve, Micro Vent, Size 14
“I told you this pattern was hard to make just once!”
Steph – Rayon completely changes the silhouette
Fabric: Rayon
Details: Longer Top, Tall length, boat neck, Short Sleeve 1, Size 14
Paired with: Free Spirit Skirt
“I knew I wanted the new On Repeat top in a flowy fabric with drape that would work well in summer.”
Jody – Let the print do the talking
Fabric: Polyester
Details: Cropped Shell, Regular length, high V neckline, Short Sleeve 1, Micro Vent hem, Size 8
Paired with: Easy Does It Skirt
“Love the versatility of this pattern! It can be a simple wardrobe builder or with a change of fabric it becomes a statement. The bold geo print can shine with the clean lines of both patterns.”
Amanda – Conquering the V-neck
Fabric: Not specified
Details: Cropped Shell, Regular length, low V neckline, 1/2 sleeve, Size 8 with FBA1
“We all have our sewing fears, the things that we dread doing. V-necks are mine, BUT this one is soooooooo easy.”
Rebecca – Soft & drapey rayon
Fabric: Rayon
Details: Cropped Shell, Tall length, mid round neckline, Size 10
“This is a fantastic pattern and one that is easy to wear. I have made one and have another on the cutting table.”
Amanda – A cap sleeve mash
Fabric: Lightweight polyester
Details: Cropped Shell, Tall length, mid round neckline, About Town cap sleeve mash, Size 8
Paired with: Making Moves Pants
“This is the second of my On Repeat Woven tees & I mashed the sleeve with my favourite cap sleeve from the About Town Popover top.”
Hannah – Same pattern, two very different fabrics
Fabric: Stiffer cotton woven with slight stretch
Details: Cropped Shell, Tall length, mid round neckline, short sleeve, straight size with no FBA
“I love how a change of fabric can make the same pattern feel completely different. So if you're wondering if this could work in a less drapey woven this is your answer.”
Sally – Swiss dot for work or weekends
Fabric: Swiss dot from Spotlight
Details: Cropped Shell, Tall length, mid round neckline with stitched-down facing, Short Sleeve 2, plain hem, Size 12 with FBA1
Sally loves that this one works just as easily for work as it does for a casual weekend with jeans.
Sarah – A simple linen staple
Fabric: Linen from her stash
Details: Cropped Shell, Regular length, low round neckline, Short Sleeve 1, Size 14 with FBA1
“Barely used a yard of fabric and sewed up quickly. You know, so you can make it on repeat!”
Alana – Lemon linen for a longer length
Fabric: 100% linen
Details: Longer Top, Tall length, high round neckline, short sleeve
Paired with: Making Moves Pants in pinstripe linen
“I can't wait to replace all of my store-bought work shirts that are too short for my long torso.”
Genevieve – A very special vintage fabric
Fabric: Vintage Liberty fabric from her great-aunt, believed to be a linen/silk blend
Details: Cropped Shell, Tall length, boat neck, short sleeve, Size 12
A lovely example of using a treasured fabric for a simple shape that lets the fabric do the talking.
Sherree – Linen for an everyday essential
Fabric: Linen from her stash, originally from Spotlight
Details: Cropped Shell, high round neckline, Short Sleeve 1, Micro Vent, Size 10 with FBA1
“This is the everyday essential that has quickly become my favourite.”
Allie – A little pattern mashing
Fabric: Brocade-style fabric with plenty of body
Details: Cropped Shell, Regular length, boat neck, Short Sleeve 1, Size 8
Mash: Added 3" side splits inspired by the Coastal Side Sit Skirt, plus patch pockets
Paired with: Making Moves Pants
Kynthia – Same top, two sleeve treatments
Fabric: Cotton/linen blend
Details: Cropped Shell, Regular length, boat neck, short sleeve, Size 16–18
“It's quickly becoming the staple I keep reaching for in my wardrobe.”
Erica – Soft & drapey in cotton gauze
Fabric: Light cotton gauze
Details: Cropped Shell, longer cropped length, low V-neck, longer short sleeve, Size 10
“If you are looking for a simple classic with lots of possibilities this is the one! I think this would be super beginner friendly too!”
Sandra – Two fabrics, two different versions
Beige top
Fabric: Linen with added lace trim
Details: Cropped Shell, Size 10 with FBA, graded to 12 at hips, low V-neck, short sleeve, split detail
Paired with: Coco Wide Leg Pants
Colourful top
Fabric: Rayon from Spotlight
Details visible in the post: Size 10 with FBA, graded to 12 at hips, low round neck, 3/4 sleeve, Tall cropped length
Paired with: Black linen Coco Wide Leg Pants
“When I was testing my mind was buzzing with all the options I wanted to make.”
Melanie – Sleeveless pattern mash
Fabric: Rayon
Details: Longer Top, Regular length, low round neckline, Size 16 with FBA
Fit adjustment: Added 2cm of extra front/bust length using the adjustment included in the tutorial
Pattern mash: Sleeves removed and the armhole binding from Meet You There Dress used instead
“Simply swap out the sleeves for the armhole binding from the Meet You There Dress. Voila!”
