Happy August! I could not end this month without posting my sewing project for August! This New Look 6378 sleeveless duster was an easy make. I found this gorgeous bold floral fabric at JoAnn Fabrics. The fabric print was only on one side, so I added a lining to polish my duster.
I love the versatility of this duster. You can easily dress it down with sneakers or dress it up with heels.
I did a little late night DIY! This idea all stemmed from seeing a woman with cool shoes today (haha). Inspiration is everywhere! Music: “Doin’ It” x @ozay_moore
Happy Spring! I am excited to share with you all my newest sewing project. This project was full of firsts. For the first time I ordered a Burda pattern online, but here comes the plot twist, the pattern didn’t come with step-by-step picture directions. The only photo reference that I had was what the final garment should look like. This is why I also titled this post sewing by faith (haha).
Below are the instructions that I followed during the creation of my zip up vest. For seasoned sewers reading and following these instructions would most likely be a breeze, but as someone fairly new to sewing, this was a challenge. I had to rely on what I learned from my past sewing projects to complete each step. For any steps that confused me, I searched on Google.
Pattern instructions. No step-by-step pictures.
This challenge motivated me. I wanted to see if I could complete the vest without pictures and I did!
This project showed me what I am capable of doing and it reminded me of the importance of walking by faith. When we are walking in our God-given purpose, sometimes all we have as a reference is God’s word, the Word that He spoke to us, His instruction. When God shows us what He has in store for us, to get there we have to follow His instructions. While in the process of following His instructions it can be difficult to see why we have to go through certain processes. It can be hard to see what we are becoming, what God is making of us. In those moments, we cannot give up. We must remember that God is making something beautiful in us and through us.
Not all failed sewing projects are a complete waste. We learn new techniques, work with different types of fabric, learn how to sew in zippers, buttons and so much more. Failed projects are not a waste. They actually make us better. Last year I worked on a rose printed dress (2nd picture below ). I did not particularly care for the final product, but I loved the fabric. I used leftover scraps of the rose print fabric and created this DIY shirt!
Before
This was more of a freestyle project. I used pattern pieces from a basic turtle neck pattern to trace and cut my shirt and sleeves.
This was a simple and fun sewing project. I love the shirt and get compliments whenever I wear it!
Happy Tuesday! I am excited to share with you all one of my new sewing projects for 2019! This DIY Burda #6476 collared pullover top was a super easy and fun sewing project. The beauty of making your own clothes is that you can customize your garment how ever you would like. I have plenty of turtlenecks so I opted not to sew on the turtleneck collar. Instead I used bias tape to create a seamless neckline.
I found this beautiful sweater knit fabric at Joann fabric store and I used fabric from an old dress to create ribbing for my sleeves and the bottom of my dress.
What I also love about this pullover is its versatility! It can be both a dress and sweater top.
