Make A Garment A Month

So I have looked through all of the patterns I have purchased over the year to try and figure out which pattern I want to be my first challenge. I decided to make the Vogue Pattern V8955. This is a wide leg pant that looks great. I will be making view C with the top on View B. I have never sewn a Vogue Pattern so this will be my challenge for myself.

I also decided to go with a Rayon/Polyester knit fabric in black. I hope that is right. I remember reading the label on the bolt and if I remember right this was what I read.

Well Wish me luck and I will post pics when I'm done.

Welcome to 2014

Hello Bloggers and welcome to 2014. If you are like me you have made New Year's resolutions that you know are almost impossible to keep. Well one of my resolutions is to continue on my sewing journey. Last year I bought my first sewing machine, and throughout the year I made several clothing items. Some I messed up terribly and others things were a success. Well I decided to continue on my sewing journey and I also want to commit myself to sharing my journey with you. Last year I did start this blog but did not follow through like I wanted to, but hopefully I can make this part of my changes for the 2014 year.

I recently found a blog that is offering a challenge. I am going to join the challenge and I cannot wait to see what successes I can show through my newly found gift.

Also below are some pictures of some of the things that I did make in 2013.

I want to also share one of my inspirations that has motivated me in sewing. MiMi G. She is a great blogger and has the greatest style. Please find her and you will love it and will be inspired to sew. She has tutorials and is great in showing you step by step on how to complete garments.

So feel free to join my blog and follow me in 2014 on my journey.

Ebony

Welcome to my blog. Recently I decided to start a journey of sewing. I have always wanted to find a hobby that I really enjoyed. Last year 2012, my sister started paper crafting and I decided to jump on the bandwagon. I bought this expensive machine and tried to enjoy the craft and only found myself putting the expensive machine under my computer desk, rarely to be touched after only a few months of use.

Recently, in March I decided to buy a sewing/embroidery machine. Since then I haven't stopped experimenting with sewing and embroidery and even applique. I am determined to become an expert on my new found love of sewing. In March of 2013 I purchased a brother SE400. I love it. My only complaint is that I didn't buy a machine that had the embroidery hoop larger than 4x4. But I am happy with what I have since I am only a beginner.

Since March I have made a few garments. A skirt, a couple of dresses, and a couple of shirts and even a pair of pants for my daughter. Let me say, you can tell I am a beginner, but just like my father says, I should be happy with what I have created. And I truly am. I am determined to become an experienced seamstress.

So far I have pretty much taught myself. I usually find patterns on sale at my local Joann's craft store for .99. Generally McCall's, Simplicity or Butterick. I try not to pay more than $1.99 per pattern. I also visit my local Hancock Fabrics and still never pay over $1.99 for these patterns. I have a box full of patterns that I cannot wait to get my hands on.

Recently I have had an aunt to move to my city. She has been sewing for years, and if you were to walk into her house and see all of the self made decorations to include reupholster furniture and draperies, you probably would be just as jealous as I am. My goal is to be like her as a seamstress. I have had one lesson from her and can't wait for the others.

Well this is my first blog post and will be posting pics soon of my creations. So watch out for my fabulous creations which is the beginning of my new journey of sewing.

Thanks,

Ebony