Seamless Pledge

I found this whilst surfing and thought what a great idea to keep me focussed.  I am sick of traipsing through the shops and either not finding anything I like, or alternately finding things I like but they are either badly made or they don't fit properly.

I pledge that I will make all my own clothes with the exception of underwear as I have not mastered bras and undies are super cheap anyway.  I would normally say with the exception of jeans too, but I have plenty and so this is a mute point!!  I pledge to do this for the rest of 2012 and will track my progress here.

To Do List

Well I have decided I really should organise what I need to make, as opposed to the fun stuff that is pretty.  I need some functional items to extend my wardrobe and have created a list of what will enable me to wear some things that I don't wear enough.  Most are just basics to replace old things I have, but I want much nicer versions that are more me and not just RTW off the rack boring stuff that everyone has.
1.  A new black skirt
2.  A beige shirt
3.  Nice white blouse (Collette Violet)
4.  Black 3/4 sleeve blouse
5.  Black cardigan
6.  Some bright shirts to go with jeans e.g. red, turquoise etc cheerful for winter

These are in no particular order, but to remind me when I am looking for something to make that I should stay focussed and make the things that bother me when I go looking for them to complete an outfit.  Therefore I should end up less stressed and with a more versatile wardrobe.

More Polka Dots

Hmmm...it seems I am a bit obsessed with spots right now.  I will have to try something new for my next project, although I do have some pretty blue and cream spot fabric that is calling to me from my stash!

This skirt is Simplicity 2698, it is so comfortable and the fit is really good - I am very happy with it and didn't have to alter the pattern much at all.  Although I think it is sized a bit big, I cut out the size that lined up with my measurements and had to take a couple of inches out of the waistband (not my skinniest point normally).  I will cut out a smaller size next time.

I love the pockets.

New Arrivals

I just received some new (well new to me) magazines for my collection. They come complete with the patterns from the front covers and I can't wait to make them.

I love the blue flowered dress - wonder if it would accentuate or hide my hips?

Both of these dresses are great:

Again, loving the blue dress - I really like the scallop front and collar:

Now to some fabric shopping and working out which to make first.  Winter is coming so something that will work with tights I think.



Addicted to Spots

This is my latest creation (Butterick 5088) - finally finished after months of sitting on my dummy.  I had several hurdles to completion, it took me ages to find buttons I was happy with and then it was hot over summer and so there was no motivation to finish it. 

Now is is getting colder at night in Brisbane I was finally motivated to complete it.  I love the sleeve detail and slightly retro feel.

It seems I have a fascination with spots right now having jsut bought black/white, red/white and blue/white fabrics for dresses and skirts.  I couldn't decide so bought them all.