"Sew Me" Project was a success in 2013. So let's do it again!

I did it!

I told you I was going to sew all my clothes in 2013, and not buy anything new.

I did it!

I made two pairs of pants, two skirts, 10 knit tops and eight dresses. I'm sure I saved a lot of money, but I really don't know how much. I used a lot of fabric that I had stashed away.

Let me just say my husband is very happy with me. Full disclosure, he did buy me a purple dress for a conference. He had to take it back because he got me the wrong size. Once he got me the right size I had to bring down the hem. I little too short for my taste.

I did buy under clothing. No way would I attempt attempt to make a bra.  I visited department stores to see the trends and get ideas.  But I stuck to my promise and feel good about what I accomplished.

And it did feel good to tell people "I made this" when they paid me a compliment on my dress or top.

So I have decided that I will continue sewing my own clothes for 2014. This also includes me re- purposing clothes.  I will visit thrift stores and make something out of an outfit getting a second life.

Try it! It's fun and it really pushes you to become creative. I finally had dresses that were  the perfect fit for my body. I'm one size on top and another on the bottom.

I'll  keep you posted.

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Happy Crafting!


Rebecca