After watching a documentary on the throw away fashion industry and getting an insight on how the sweat shop workers live I really want to cut back on feeding this beast.
I don't really trust my skills to be able to grab an op shop dress and turn it into something beautiful just yet. So Iv'e bought a pattern with a few different styles so I can make some mix n match clothing. It's always summer here so this pattern will be perfect I think.
I'm making bathers for my big girl & a top for me. The bather's pattern I made myself using an old bevknits master pattern for bikini briefs and just kind of put a top on it, we'll see soon enough if it works out or not. wish me luck!
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Sounds like something we all need to watch...Good luck with the new clothes, I am oh so scared of patterns still...
ReplyDeleteI watched that tv series too! It was a real eye opener wasn't it. Just like you I have been inspired to make more of my own clothes and have started researching where brands of clothes are made.
ReplyDeleteTraditionally I'm not a pink lovin' girl... but that pink material in the background is ACE. Loving it muchly!
that show was amazing wasn't it! I mean we hear about poor working conditions, but they were indeed horrible.
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Good luck - I have that same pattern sitting here - maybe I should join you in making it:)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea & not to mention being able to say "i made it myself" when you get all those gorgeous comments. Love Posie
ReplyDeleteHope things are going to plan!
ReplyDeleteI got your post card today, thank you so much! I just love that that particular card would make you think of me, I do like to think that I "seize the day"! Thanks again, it was very sweet.
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I think one of the nicest things about making things yourself and buying handmade is knowing you're not participating in sweat shop horrors. Good for you
ReplyDeleteOh good luck. I love the fabrics you have sitting there. Just so nice! I love the pattern too. Looks like you should be able to create a lot from it. Look forward to see some finished!
ReplyDeleteGreat fabric choices - good luck!
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