Thud...Another Box of Fabric...

Ever since the big move and my realization of just how much fabric I own, I've been trying to reduce the stash.   This should mean that I shop the stash before purchasing.  That is not always the case.  Surprisingly, my husband actually encouraged this purchase.  I may have purchased a little more fabric than what he had intended.  I did write down the amount I was purchasing and the intended project.  We'll see how that goes.  Here's the fabric:

This is the fabric that caught my husband's interest.  No, it wasn't the fabric itself but the content.  This is a Black Polyester/Polyurethane Drapey Crepe Suiting. He wanted to see this fabric because of the polyurethane.  Well, who are I say he can't do that?  I bought enough for a skirt and pants but it may be a skirt and jacket.  The remaining fabric was just why not?  Shipping is half price along with the bargain prices of the fabric.

This is suede knit.  I never had a suede knit before and wanted to feel it.  I purchased enough for a pull-on pencil.  Perfect!  The color doesn't exactly make me think of a soft shadow wouldn't that be gray?  This feels more more brown but I'll figure it out.

This is a polyester/lycra leather.  I'm hoping those wrinkles can be dealt with.  Otherwise, this was a bad purchase.  I have on my list that this was intended for a skirt but I'm not sure.  We'll see if this is usable fabric.  It does indeed have a very nice stretch to it.  Maybe I can make a jean type skirt with it.

This is a polyester leather.  It is a very nice leather look fabric.  It is intended be a shoulder bag.  Let's see how that turns out.  I have looked over the pattern yet.  It is a little different style than I would generally carry but if the top is closed and I can create pockets and such for the inside, it will be good.

This is a ponte knit and it is really nice.  After seeing it, I was wishing that I had purchased more of this fabric. It was intended to be fabric for a muslin but it may be too nice for that.  However, if I don't use it for that then it will become stash fabric and I really don't need for of that. 

How's that for all black fabric?  I can't help it.  That particular sale seemed to lean that direction for a bit.  Hopefully, everything will get made by fall.  Do you fall for the Fabric Mart sales, also?

Fabric reduction isn't going so well this year.  I have purchased roughly twice as much as I have sewn. 

Happy Stitching!

Inspiration...T-shirt

There's nothing like a t-shirt in your wardrobe.  I don't know about you but I own several.  Here's the inspiration t-shirt:

This is the Moncler Slim-Fit Log-Sleeve T-Shirt.  Price tag: $200.00.  For a closer look, visit the Neiman Marcus website.

There isn't really anything special about this t-shirt other than the price tag and the fact that it is dry clean only.  This is a reminder to remember to make those items that you wear day-in and day-out.  There is no reason why they can't fit beautifully, too.  If you have a t-shirt pattern that you love, use it.  If not, try this pattern:

This is Silhouettes #195 Sweater Set.  Once this is pattern has been fitted you can make many tops in a short period of time.

Go make so beautifully fitted tops and make something beautiful!

Happy Stitching!

Fabric and Patterns...

Sigh!  I'm really suppose to be working on reducing the stash but it seems I like continue to add.  Here's the lastest fabric acquisitions:

This is a rayon knit.  It is ear marked for a top.

This is Brussels Washer Linen in grey.  It is ear marked for a skirt.

This is Essex Linen/Cotton Blend in a blue.  This is ear-marked for a top for later in the year.

Now, for the patterns:

 This is Butterick 6667.  I actually like both of this tops.  The blue linen above was purchased for View B.  I found a light pink woven in the stash that just may end up being View A.

This is Vogue 9133.  It is an unlined jacket and I'm sure I purchased it for View C.  I also like View A but I doubt that I would make more than one unlined jacket.

Here comes my disappointment:

This is Green Pepper F756.  I had purchased several pieces of active wear fabric intending to make cycling tops for my husband and myself.  This pattern was the only reason I ordered patterns in the early March sale.  It wasn't on sale.  That's okay.  I don't mind that.  Why am I disappointed?  I ordered it.  It was billed to the credit card.  However, it wasn't included in my package.  I did call McCall's customer service.  We'll see how this out.   I've never had an order messed up from McCall's before. 

Have you had any issues with McCall's not sending orders correctly?

Happy Stitching!

Inspiration...Gingham Pants

Here's a wonderful pant for spring and summer:

This is Michael Kors Collection Gingham Stretch Cotton Trousers.  Price Tag:  $695.00.  Details: front slip pockets, back button through pockets, mid-rise, straight legs, cropped above ankle, cotton/spandex.

The detail here is really the gingham.  So, if you have a straight legged pant that you have already fitted, use that pattern.  Save those dollars for fabric.  This pattern might work:

This is McCall's 5894.  It is a jean pattern but you get a similar front with this pattern.

This is Butterick 5682.  This pattern contains a trouser pattern along with the jeans pattern.  There are a few more options here and it's possible that if one is fitted then other pattern patterns will follow.  Lots of options with this particular pattern.

Hope your inspired to create something beautiful.

Happy Stitching!

Inspiration...Polka Dot Shirtdress

I found this sheath style shirtdress and wanted to share it:

This is the Maxmara Vicky Polka-Dotted Belted Shirtdress.  Price tag: $95.00   Details:  spread collar, button front with cascading ruffle trim, 3/4 sleeves, knee length, belted, cotton/spandex.

I'm not sure how to replicate the ruffled trim and since it is hardly visible maybe it isn't really needed.  Here's a pattern that would work:

This is Vogue 9345.  This isn't exactly like the inspiration dress but it's close enough to get the idea.  View E and F are the views that would work best.  Of course, once it's fitted you have options for other dresses. 

Here's another pattern to consider:

This is McCall's 7470.  Again, this one isn't exactly like the inspiration dress but it has some benefits.  Once the pattern is fitted you will have a top pattern also.

Hope you're inspired to sew something beautiful.

Happy Stitching!