In this episode I share some tips and strategies on how to choose the perfect sewing patterns and fabric for your sewn capsule wardrobe.
Here are the links I referred to in the podcast:
On the Grow Romper Etsy Link:
https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/540659433/apple-tree-on-the-grow-romper-pdf-sewing?ref=market
My colour palette:
https://coolors.co/413c58-829399-bcf8ec-ffffff-f7e9e3
Polyvore (link to some capsule wardrobe ideas):
https://www.polyvore.com/capsule_wardrobes/group.show?id=91338
Pattern recommendations from our friends on social media:
Tiffany: I think either the Slim Fit Raglan by Patterns for Pirates, or the self drafted tee I made from your blog. I thought a number of other patterns fit me really well until I tried one drafted for me – and it fits me better (of course!).
Abigail: The 5oo4 Ninjas fit me excellently. I unpicked a pair of leggings that fit great but had holes and compared the shape to all the free legging patterns out there. Ninjas were the closest shape and I’m thrilled with the fit
Katy: I’m still new in the world of sewing for myself, but so far I’ve fallen in love with the Halla Stardust Tank (minus the star, just the plain tank with a nice wide band at the bottom), the Halla Juniper, and P4P leggings have done the trick for a nice easy sew! Thanks for continuing your podcast, I look forward to it every fortnight now!
girlandboyd: I’m currently on a roll with the Magnolia by Little Lizard King. I love the curved hem option– it’s super flattering. I’m also making a lot of the cocoon cardigans by p4p as gifts– the sizing is very forgiving and it flatters everyone! It’s also very easy to whip up and looks impressive ?
em.makes.things: I like so many! Every Hey June pattern, Sewaholic Renfrew, McCalls 6886. I wouldn’t be able to pick just one.
kaleebdesigns: Lane Raglan and Agnes tunic
dorotheatheexplorer: I haven’t made them yet…but am loving the variations of the Colette Moneta dress I’m seeing…and I also want to try Megan Neilson’s Brumby skirt…perfect for a capsule wardrobe!
_pelke_: Along with other ladies who were testers for Zoe top can’t stop making it. Looks so flattering in any style of fabric. It’s my own pattern SinclairPatterns
kristen_sews: Favourite tee by patterns for pirates. It’s just a classic. I have made lots
zekees_clothing: I like the Santa Fe Tee from Peek a Boo pattern shop. I also wear my treasure pocket skirt from Duck butt Designs a lot.
tarafashion2style: My current favorite is the Lou box top, it’s very versatile I’ve made several tops and hacked the pattern into a couple dresses! Worth every penny to me ☺️
Additional Helpful Links:
How to choose colours for your skin tone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbwgkaa3SFY&feature=share
How to choose seasonally appropriate fabrics: https://www.seamwork.com/issues/2015/03/fabric-swaps-for-every-season
What’s Your Favourtie Women’s Pattern? Share in the comments below!
Music Attribution:
TITLE: Back In Summer
ARTIST: NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Heidlas, N. (2016). Back in summer [Recorded by N. Heidlas]. Retrieved from: https://soundcloud.com/nicolai-heidlas/95-bpm-back-in-summer-upbeat-ukulele-background-music
MUSIC LICENSE: CREATIVE COMMONS 3.0 (“Attribution” – license)
I haven’t made them yet, but the Washi and Gertrude patterns from Made by Rae are the next two I will be purchasing. I used to only sew with knits, but I’m excited to do more with wovens.
oooOOOo Yes I think the Washi Dress is Beautiful! I haven’t seen the Gertrude. I’ll have to go check that out! I have been eyeing up the ogden cami (True Bias) for my next woven project. Or maybe a boxy top… hmmm… so many pattern so little time!
I’m dying to try a boxy top with some sort of midi length full skirt. I’m also a teacher in SK with two kids. So many ideas, so little time!
Oh that’s so cool! What do you teach? I hope you are enjoying your summer 🙂