So I did this same thing last year and really wanted to do it again this year lol...did you miss it? LOL here it is:
This year I made 42 garments. You can see them here.
I've gotten past trying to see how much I can sew. I sew for quality..NOT quantity lol.
My lounge wear. I wore this OUT! It's Kwik Sew 3678 It was perfect for either wearing around the house or running out to pick up the kids. LOVED IT.
Proudest sewing moment:
MY FIRST PAIR OF JEANS!!!
Jalie 2908. I can't WAIT to make these again!!! I LOVE THEM!!
Butterick 5145
I have MORE than one lol
Simplicity 3867. LOVE this. LOL
Simplicity 2700. Has to be my favorite pants pattern HANDS DOWN! The fit is SUPERB!!!
I think I made these like 3 or 4 times lol
WHY in the world did I make that!?!?
Simplicity 3536 ummm I should have left this pattern at hancock lol. It looks awful on me and its sooooooo not flattering lol.
I think I did pretty good this year with sewing what looks good on me. It's a work in progress lol. I only had this one thing that just didn't work. So I think I did pretty good!
My goals from last year:- PURGE my patterns.
- Make more basic/everyday tops.
- Use more of the fabric that I have.
- Be a less selfish sewer :-)
- Make my duvet cover and window treatments for my home.
- S.W.A.P more often. NOT necessarily for a contest...just have a plan in mind lol.
- MASTER a welt pocket. Right now they are just frustrating lol.
- Learn AT LEAST 3 new techniques. Something I have never done before. I have three in mind, but will talk about them at a later date.
- Make a white button down shirt. I need a new one.
- Make my quilt!!! LOL
My goals for 2010:
- Sew a spring wardrobe. I already have my patterns picked out. Gonna work on picking fabrics from STASH for this lol.
- Make my duvet cover and window treatments
- Make a white button down shirt.
- Master a welt pocket.
- Don't fall victim to the pattern sales. I swear they GOT ME this year lol.
That's about it! Not much at all. I'm still learning when I sew so that is a good thing and I just want to strive to just do better with my sewing as a whole. I think I'm well on my way!
Alright, that's all I got!
Toodles!
good job. You made some beautiful things this year.
I hope that you and your family have a beautiful Christmas
Posted by: Carla | December 23, 2009 at 01:48 AM
I can resist the fabric sales, but I completely give in to pattern sales. I am powerless against them! 99 cents? Nope, I won't walk away.
You made lots of great stuff this year!
Posted by: toni | December 23, 2009 at 07:35 AM
You did do a lot of sewing this year. Pass the mojo (learning) on down the street please. I cut out all the patterns I want to sew and neatly put all of mine up till January 1..starting fresh:)
Posted by: Kisha | December 23, 2009 at 09:39 AM
You did very well with your sewing this year. I thought the white spring top was cute. Keep the fabulous pieces coming. I love to see what you've sewn.
Posted by: Nikki | December 23, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Wow you did a lot of sewing this year. Go goals for next year.
Posted by: gold | December 23, 2009 at 10:58 AM
What an awesome year! First coat and first jeans... I'm amazed! Hehehe... those are some things I want to do for 2010. :) I can't wait to see what make in the next year.
Posted by: Angela | December 23, 2009 at 11:26 AM
Great year! pattern sales are the absolutes e.v.i.l. I need a strategy to bypass them.
Happy Holidays to you & the family.
Posted by: narcissaqtpie | December 23, 2009 at 11:37 AM
Bravo!!! You did an awesome job. I didn't get around to half of that amount. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Posted by: Roz | December 23, 2009 at 04:34 PM
I love this idea. You worked it out this year!
Posted by: Susan - Knitters Delight | December 23, 2009 at 04:41 PM
You did a great job this year. Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Sheri D. Maple | December 23, 2009 at 07:58 PM
Want a great sewing year :) Watch out 2010 :)
Posted by: CarlaF-in Atlanta | December 23, 2009 at 10:38 PM
Love that red coat and lime top!! I think you did an awesome job with everything you sewed! Have a Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Holly | December 23, 2009 at 11:15 PM
Merry Christmas, Adrienne! You finished your quilt? When? How come I don't remember seeing it?
Posted by: carlitadee | December 24, 2009 at 08:02 AM
Wonderful review! Wishing you a blessed and peaceful Christmas!
Posted by: Carolanne | December 24, 2009 at 10:07 AM
Great job on the jeans and coat! I don't know how to make anything but it's fun to observe those who do.
Merry Christmas :-)
Posted by: Gloria | December 24, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Your sewing is perfect...I know how hard it is to make a perfect pair of jeans. You are fabulous!
Posted by: Simone P. | December 24, 2009 at 01:19 PM
that jacket; if it was hot pink, i'd have to take a quick trip to 'bama and borrow it! i love it. the lining fabric is TOO CUTE! i remember those jeans. i'm looking forward to being talented enough to make my own! :D gotta get on my sewing grind before a new quarter starts. i love this! :)
Posted by: Fly Honey | December 24, 2009 at 02:47 PM
Nice overview!! You got alot done. I am happy to say that I spent less time in the fabric store this year and used more of my stash but my ordering patterns off of Ebay was ridiculous hahaha..Happy Holidays!!
Posted by: Shawn | December 25, 2009 at 02:15 PM
I should make some sewing goals. I am inpsired by your list. 42 garments! Wow!
Posted by: Kim | December 26, 2009 at 09:23 AM
42 garments...that is some serious production. I know you are proud of your first garments (jeans, coat, and quilt). Keep up the inspiring blog. Can't wait for what the New Year brings. I am not making any resolutions for 2010 - I get to upset if I don't stick to them.
Posted by: Edris | December 26, 2009 at 08:33 PM
You had an AWESOME year of sewing!!
Isn't it great to look back over what you've accomplished and hopefully challenged/grown! Again great year for your threads!
Posted by: Stacey _CrimsonPurl | December 27, 2009 at 06:09 PM
what an accomplishment!!!!!! OK, I did laugh at the "why did I make this" comment
And those jeans, now you can slap a label on them and charge $300...(hello vacation money)
Posted by: karen j | December 28, 2009 at 11:52 AM
You made some beautiful stuff this year! I'm excited to see what you make in 2010!
Posted by: amber | January 04, 2010 at 10:40 AM
I'ma TELL!!!
LOLOLOL.
Jeans and coats? - You have great sewing ability. I am very impressed.
Posted by: don | February 18, 2010 at 10:06 PM