My Reach vs. My Grasp

I love to wear simple skirts and tops in the summer but I can never seem to find clothes that are just right.  I know what I want, but buying ready-made means you're stuck with the current fashion and not necessarily what looks good on you or what you like.  I found these Brown Paper Patterns and I'm really excited to give them a try.  There is one pattern each for skirts, pants/shorts, and tops and each pattern has five variations.  They are simple on purpose so you can customize the design to suit your fancy.  I'm in the process of making a six-gored short skirt but got held up when I didn't have the right zipper.  I bought the patterns from here after I checked out the reviews here. 

I also bought two other patterns:  Simplicity 4632 that has a top, dress, and pants with variations and Simplicity 4589.  I love what Amber at Berlin's Whimsy did with #4589 so I'm attempting the same thing.  It's supposed to be an easy pattern so we'll see. 

I took advantage of Hancock's sale and bought some fabrics that I'm really excited about.  You can see the palette I've been drawn to for the summer.  There's also some natural colored linen that's in the wash. 

My reach usually exceeds my grasp on sewing projects but then what's the summer for? :)

Comments

[Suzy]

Hello! Have you used the pattens yet? Just curious how you liked them.

[Tammy]

This is inspiring. I haven't sewn the summer shirts I bought fabric for yet - and if I wait any longer it will be fall.... Love your little houses (I got here through the softies central site).

[Patricia]

Thanks for hooking me up. I just received the combo package. I also managed to find another site called Favorite thing. I ordered their Cute Skirts pattern. Now off to find some summery fabric in my stash.

[jen]

The patterns look awesome and the fabric is very nice. Can't wait to see what you make.

[Anina]

I bought some patterns and fabric for tops too. When my sewing machine gets back I'm hopping right on those.

[Amber]

Also, let me know if you have any questions on the 4589 blouse. I've made four now so I kind of have it down! I'm also going to start a flickr group for it, too, so be sure to post your pics! ;-)

[Amber]

Oh, it looks like you are going to have some fun with all of this! I love the print on the third one down---like a mtn meadow...

[sally]

My former sewing instructor is the lady who designed BPPatterns. She's a super sweet woman and her patterns are well-designed and easy to follow! Good luck!

[futuregirl]

I applaud your goals. Even if you just make a third of what you are hoping, you are going to be way ahead of the game. :) I love the fabrics you chose - especially the one with the purple flowers.

[Stephanie]

Once you start sewing your own clothes, there's no going back. It's really addicting!

[KARA SPENCER]

oh can't wait to see what you make, I really need to stop being scared of my sewing machine and then maybe I can try things.
Kara
xx