Of course, I could argue that there are many other reasons why I sew; I enjoy the creative process, it is instantly rewarding in ways that my day-to-day job is not, I now have a wardrobe of clothes that fit me unlike what I can buy in a store. My sewing regret has more to do with the opportunity cost of having used a piece of fantastic fabric for something less than desirable. It's rarely about the lost time in the process (I've recently learned that if there is something I don't really want to sew, I should just buy it... Dear Reader, I bought a suit after much mulling over what kind of suit to sew and realizing that I'd rather just sew cute casual clothing) but the thought that I could have used that lovely fabric to make this other awesome thing.
Why this deep and digging post today? I traced off two patterns from the March 2010 Burda issue. The first is 118b, a loose fitting top that is made up in a jersey. I am a little leery of this pattern because it looks completely different on the model than it does in the garment photo. See?
Interesting draping going on with the model...
Kind of blah unworn.
I am thinking to make this up in a light and drapey DVFesque print. Here is DVF's Asher Tiger dress, my fabric has similar print but is cotton weave instead of silk jersey.
I've traced out the pattern, made petite adjustments, and now have cold feet. Does this happen to you too? A little hesitancy when it comes to project commitment, no matter how small?In other news, the other top I've traced out is 124, which I plan to make from a poly sheer that's been in my stash for a few years. I think it will be the perfect summer top for work.
I love both of those styles!! I'm a little afraid of the shapelessness of the jersey top too though. Maybe do the pintuck one first - to get your feet wet? I do hate when fabulous fabric ends up not so fabulous when I cut it up. Makes me sad...
ReplyDeleteI DESPISE making muslins but I've learned that if I'm going to make something fitted or out of expensive material it really is worth investing the time into doing. I like the styles you have chosen- I hope they come out well!
ReplyDeleteI know all about seamstress remorse!
ReplyDeleteI know exactly what you are talking about, but if we never tried new things our wardrobes would be very boring indeed! That said, do you have some cheap plain easily replaceable jersey you could try for the first top, only because it is hard to really see how it will look when it's finished. I'm sure the second one will be perfect for you.
ReplyDeleteI vote for the pintuck shirt!
ReplyDeleteAnd about the seamstress remorse - I will never forget what our sewing teacher told us after a few hours of class, when some of the girls reluctantly approached their fabrics with scissors. She said - Be brave! After some time, though, I learned that muslins were something wonderful. And so was basting!
I nearly always make a muslin - nothing would fit me if I didn't - but I still sometimes get seamstress' remorse!! I really like that pintuck shirt - it's a lovely style.
ReplyDeleteI vote for the pintuck shirt. The other one might work but would certainly need jewelry to style it up.
ReplyDeleteI think when you decide what types of garments you want to make, wear all the time and look good in...you have a little less of seamstress remorse.
ReplyDeleteI try not to remember my Sewist's Remorse because it is a kissing cousin to that slippery slope, Too Good to Use. But yeah, I've definitely been there.
ReplyDeleteYou and me both sister! I loathe them too, but muslins are the best SR antidote. I also like things that aren't necessarily flattering on me, which almost guarantees SR.
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