I just try to make it work within existing sewing plans and if it doesn't then, I won't make something *just* for the contest. I had gotten pretty good about not doing that and then was so frustrated with myself for doing it for the Sewing Bee. Too many wants, not enough time.
The contest rules were announced yesterday (I think?) and it runs September 1 through September 30th. This year, the contest challenge is to create a 5 piece mini wardrobe that combines to make a minimum of 6 outfits. So based on that and my early fall plans and another challenge/sew-a-long for September, here is my mini wardrobe.
Only the striped crepe is the actual fabric...the others are representative :)
Burda sweater in a black sweater knit
Butterick top (made previously) in a striped crepe, will modify the sleeve to have a flouncy bit of some sort :) I like flouncy bits!!
Birkin Flares in a medium wash denim
Vogue top in a red crepe; I plan to eliminate the back button closure (will just sew that seam up) and instead of the back strap, I'll make long! wide!! ties so it ties in back at the neck.
Butterick mini in a black Telio ponte
Outfit possibilities:
Sweater + Jeans
Sweater + Skirt
Sweater + Striped top + Jeans
Sweater + Striped top + Skirt
Striped top + Jeans
Striped top + Skirt
Solid top + Jeans
Solid top + Skirt
The theme is supposed to be something about work...or something? IDK...I will wear most of these to my regular office job LOL! The red top and oversized sweater will depend on how casual they appear on the body.
Are you doing a mini wardrobe?
15 comments:
I wasn’t planning on entering the contest, but I am getting ready to start my fall sewing plans, so now I’m seriously considering it! Your plans look great - I think the outfit combinations will be smashing. Really love the color choices too.
Wardrobe sewing always makes my ears perk up! Though I hate contest sewing...*LOL* However, I like where you're going with this and am intrigued by the idea since it's been a while since I've attempted to sew a wardrobe. It just seemed easier to do when I wore corporate. I have a harder time wrapping my mind around it for a casual wardrobe...
I love the sleeves on the Butterick and Vogue tops. I love how awesome these look together. Can't wait to see the final products!
You've got me thinking about starting to plan my summer wardrobe! A small group of items like that could be doable. I always get distracted by new projects along the way!
I like what you have chosen!! I love wardrobe sewing, though putting it all together is where it gets hairy, lol! I look forward to seeing how you do it!
Interesting post as always!! I’ve just nominated you over on my blog for the Mystery Blogger Award - please don’t feel compelled to do it; only if it fits in with you...that said, I definitely feel you deserve it xx
Mini wardrobe planning ? I've been filling in the holes in my wardrobe for the last 18 months. Thinking a mini wardrobe for spring/summer could be next.
Awww, thank you so much Sarah!!
That is SO my problem too!! LOL!!!
Thanks Vanessa! We'll see how it goes! I'm just determined not to sew things just to sew them for the contest. So if anything falls through...I might be out.
Do it!!!! :)
Thanks Andie! I feel like I am one of very few people who are loving the SLEEVE!! trend!
Omg do it with your casual garments! It would be awesome!
Thanks T! I hope you find a break in commission sewing to do it!
I don't know if I'll do this (or any other) contest. I thought about it and then got bored with it. *shrug* Haha
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