My 2nd Blogoversary!

I started this blog two years ago today (my blogoversary counter didn't work right, so I just got rid of it). At that time I never thought I'd last six months. Lo & behold I've made it two years. What an awesome experience it has been! Over the past two years I've met, shared, learned, been encouraged by and have admired many wonderful sewers and crafters of various kinds. I have not accomplished all that I've wanted to but this milestone encourages me to set some challenges for myself. I need to SWAP more, work on developing a few TNT's still (one of my wayward goals for last year), get better & faster on altering patterns and fitting. I also want to stretch my imagination and creative muscles more. My hope is to sew at least 90% of my wardrobe so these goals will help me reach this ultimate goal of sewing most of my wardrobe. Thanks for all of your inspiration, encouragement and kind words over these two years. I look forward to continuing to grow with you all.

Happy Sewing!!

Moving On...

I've been working on pant muslins so long I think I'm stuck. I'm just going to move it right along. I don't have a perfect fit yet but I want to get some other stuff done. I think I'll go from my last attempt and just fit as I go to get them as close as possible for now. Here are a couple pictures of my latest attempt.

I've tried all the fitting suggestions from my fitting books and other sewers but it's not working...what am I doing wrong?!? Any suggestions will be much appreciated. Not giving up but I'm moving on for now.

Happy Sewing!!

Frustration Behind The Scenes

OK, I've been working on getting a good fitting pair of pants made. I have used so much fabric, I made at lease 6 or more muslins. What's a girl to do, I have an odd shape and it has made fitting quite a challenge for me lately especially where pants are concerned. At least I have lots of fabric to practice on so it's not a waste as long as I'm learning. I often buy fabric as practice fabric with no real intention of a wearable item in mind. I am determined that this year my sewing concentration is getting better fit, no matter the type of garment I'm making. If it doesn't fit well...what's the use in sewing in the first place right? OK, so I'm venting some frustration but I'm not giving up. When I get this fit thing down pat...or at least get relatively good at it I'll be able to turn out more garments with a feeling of real satisfaction. I hope to post a pictures later this week. So, send your good vibes and thoughts my way as I continue on this quest.


Happy Sewing, Omega

Circular Vest - Threads

Here's a cute project I just came across from a Thread's newsletter.

Click on the link below.
Circular Vest - Threads
This is the Threads Magazine this is in just in case you have it.


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Looks quick and easy, I think it's really cute.

Happy Sewing!

My Mojo is working...

I finished an outfit from this New Look (6735) pattern. This is really a nice simple pattern but I did run into some problems with the band around the neck, because I had to enlarge it across the back a little.So, I fixed it by running a center seam down the back tapering it toward the bottom, then splitting open the top part of the neckline and tacking it down. What a goof-up but it turned out OK. I forgot to take a picture of the back after I finished but it looks virtually unnoticeable.
Here a picture of the finished outfit. I see lots of twin sets in my future from this pattern.Up Next...I'm trying to get a really good fitting pair of pants. So today I spent the day cutting out about three different muslins. I'm not even getting close to what I want. No pictures on that adventure yet but I'll be taking pictures and posting on my next attempt. Cross your fingers with me. I don't want to burn out my Mojo on making these pants, I've got far too much I need to make...Spring is coming and I'll need plenty of Mojo for Spring & Summer sewing. More later...

Happy Sewing!!