Preparation for the year ahead

In January I wrote a blog post on reallocation of resources - well I revisited our event resource room on Friday to gather yet more calico (muslin) in preparation for my year ahead, knowing that before too long things will get busy with work and kids.

Saturday afternoon I got the iron out and neatly ironed each piece in half and folded them up all nicely ready for the projects ahead.  I swear this lot will probably last me a year or two or more!

Sunday I headed off to the Global Fabrics 50% sale (last day - talk about cutting it fine), with a few patterns in hand.  Here's a peek at the fabrics added to my pile.

A couple of cuts of NZ Merino for making some basic Renfrew tops for winter.

The top fabric is a lovely embroidered cotton which I've paired with a cotton lycra solid.  These two beautiful fabrics are destined to make a dress (something along the lines of this one on my pinboard)

This photo doesn't do any justice to this piece of fabric which is a fine wool, destine for a jacket.  However, I have a few projects on the sewing list before I will get to these.

Do you plan ahead or just make a trip to the fabric store when you're ready for the next garment?  How do you decide what next or do you have a list of things a mile long like me?

Ready to Wear Fasting

I have joined a group of dedicated sewers who have made a pledge not to buy Ready-to-Wear  (RTW) clothing for one year in favor of making their clothes!  (with the exception of our underwear, shoes and accessories).

 

This is the brain child of Sarah at Goodbye Valentino, whose story many of us can relate to.

Whilst I'm not one to shy away from a good day shopping this will just be in the fabric stores instead of the clothing stores.  Although a visit to the clothing shops is always good for the inspiration, and checking out the construction techniques used.

While we're speaking of shopping, Global Fabrics have a 50% Off Sale for the next few days (stores in NZ and OZ).   I love this fabric store, it has an array of fabrics that I don't see in other stores and have a focus on natural organic fabric.

The fabric for my recent Milia dress was purchased on sale for just $8.00 per metre down from $16.00 per metre.  I also purchased another piece of fabric which I am currently making into a Cambie Dress and some lovely silk organza to use for the interlining.

I'm itching to get back to the store before the sale ends this weekend.

I hope you will join and support me in my journey of RTW Fasting this year.