Sew & Show #2 of 2026: Forest Green Cotton Baby Rib

Our second Sew & Show feature of 2026 highlights the versatility of our beautiful Cotton Baby Rib – Forest Green. This soft, stretchy knit proved to be an inspiring base for four members of our sewing community, who each took the fabric in a completely different direction - from lounge sets to structured tops and a wrap jumpsuit.

The OSF Sew & Show Program celebrates the creativity of our community while showcasing the potential of fabrics available at Our Social Fabric. Sewists across Canada can apply to receive one of our feature fabrics, create a garment, and share their work through photos and videos that we feature on our website, social media, and newsletters. Each Sew & Show reveals just how many possibilities can come from a single fabric.

This round’s participants - Jessie-Jade, Kelsey, Melissa, and Anne-Marie - demonstrated just how versatile cotton baby rib can be.

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Jessie-Jade (@jessisjaded)

Jessie-Jade used the Forest Green Cotton Baby Rib to create an entire athleisure set inspired by sci-fi uniforms from Star Wars and Star Trek.

All three garments were self-drafted, making this project a great example of pattern experimentation. The set includes:

• Jogger-style pants with a distinctive V-shaped yoke on the front and back
• A cozy sweater inspired by a previous hoodie design, updated with thumbholes and trim finishes instead of traditional hems
• A go-to undershirt pattern Jessie-Jade has refined over multiple versions

Even as a wearable mock-up, the joggers came together successfully and highlight how comfortable this fabric can be for lounge or athleisure wear. The finished set works as a coordinated outfit or as separates, making it perfect for relaxing or staying active.

Follow Jessie-Jade’s sewing projects on Instagram at @jessisjaded.

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Kelsey (@kels.makes)

Kelsey created a garment that beautifully showcases the drape and stretch of the baby rib: the Kielo Wrap Dress and Jumpsuit Pattern by Named Clothing.

Her version is a sleeveless wrap jumpsuit, shortened by three inches and sized down slightly to accommodate the fabric’s stretch. The result is a breathable, comfortable garment that feels polished but incredibly easy to wear - what Kelsey calls “secret pajamas comfy.”

The wrap design also makes the jumpsuit adaptable and forgiving, which Kelsey notes is perfect for accommodating natural body changes.

Not wanting to waste a single scrap, she also used the remaining fabric to sew a cozy sleep set, featuring:

• The Blomma Tank by Paradise Patterns
• The High Rise Peachy Undies by Cool Stitches

Together they create a soft, breathable lounge set that highlights just how comfortable cotton baby rib can be against the skin.

See more of Kelsey’s thoughtful makes at @kels.makes.

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Melissa (@stuff_i_make_)

Melissa explored the drape and recovery of the fabric through two asymmetrical knit tops.

Her first make was the Vanilla Top Pattern from Waffle Patterns. Melissa modified the design by raising the neckline and adding a wider neckband after finding the original neckline a bit low in a previous version.

Her second garment was the Grasser 727 Top Pattern, an eye-catching design where the turtleneck is integrated into the front pattern piece, creating an elegant draped silhouette. Melissa has previously sewn this design in merino wool and finds herself reaching for both versions regularly.

Melissa described the Forest Green Cotton Baby Rib as “magic fabric,” noting that wrinkles fall right out and the knit has impressive recovery - hard to believe it’s cotton.

You can follow Melissa’s creative projects on Instagram at @stuff_i_make_.

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Anne-Marie (@annemaries_sunsetstudio)

Anne-Marie made two garments that highlight different sides of this versatile knit: a statement top and an everyday layering piece.

First, she sewed the Esma Top Pattern by Julian Martejevs, featuring dramatic ruching across one shoulder and the opposite side seam. The design adds visual interest while still being comfortable to wear, and the cotton rib handled the gathered details beautifully.

Her second garment was the Brynne Cardigan Pattern by True Bias (View B, short sleeve). Anne-Marie graded between sizes for a great fit and highlighted how well the fabric performed when sewing the v-neck button band. She also noted that the fabric pressed beautifully, helping achieve a polished finish.

Both garments are perfect additions to a spring wardrobe - especially for the unpredictable Canadian spring weather!

Follow Anne-Marie’s sewing at @annemaries_sunsetstudio.

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Why We Love This Fabric

One of the most exciting parts of Sew & Show is seeing how a single fabric can inspire so many different garments. Our Cotton Baby Rib – Forest Green proved itself to be:

• Soft and breathable for comfortable everyday wear
• Stretchy with great recovery, making it suitable for fitted garments
• Easy to sew and press, even for details like button bands and neckbands
• Versatile enough for everything from lounge sets to structured tops and jumpsuits

From ruching to wrap silhouettes, sleepwear to athleisure, this Sew & Show demonstrates just how adaptable cotton baby rib can be.

A huge thank-you to Jessie-Jade, Kelsey, Melissa, and Anne-Marie for sharing their creativity with the OSF community. We love seeing what you make with our fabrics.

Stay tuned for the next Sew & Show - and if you’d like to participate in a future feature, keep an eye on our calls for applications!