Newsflash! I'm about to delve into the world of Sewing With A Plan and have joined with others to do the Artisan's Square SWAP2013. It officially begins December 26th and ends April 30, 2013. So, still plenty of time to join, plan and sew.
I happened on to this idea when reading about it on BeaJay's blog On the Road to Sew Wear. Check out her great ideas and plan so far.
Basically, the idea is to make two 4 or 5 piece collections, with a single other bridge garment that can be worn with both capsules. There are other rules, but not too many. You are allowed to start with one garment you already own, either sewn or purchased. I believe I will incorporate my new "across the border" top since it has all my favorite warm colors in it. For the other capsule I might bring in my cool palette colors like teal and turquoise. The bridge garment? It almost has to be a jacket in order to be worn with everything. Such problems to solve... I love it!!!
I think it will be so much fun and I'll end up with 8 to 10 new garments. ! I'm going to be sewing anyway so may as well have camaraderie and a mini-wardrobe, to boot!
I'll be posting my progress here and on Pattern Review so stay tuned!
Is anyone up for joining me on this odyssey?
The "across the border" top is an excellent starting point. The colours are so flattering on you.
ReplyDeleteI'm still considering SWAP...
I hope you decide to join...your garments are always so well thought out...still blown away by that leather!
DeleteIt's so, so tempting, especially since I was in my sewing room last night looking for fabrics to coordinate with a stretch cord I just bought. Serendipitously, I found one of my UFOs (a jacket) would work well with the fabric. I was excited! Well, this may just have given me the impetus to start planning a SWAP, I'll check out the link for the rules.
ReplyDeleteYour border top, which I LOVE, sounds like a terrific place to start from. Can't wait to see your collections!
Steph,
DeleteJust do it! I want everyone to join in with the merriment!
Hi there - I came here to your blog from Stitchers Guild, and am also participating in SWAP... I must say, your Across The Border top is stunning! I look forward to seeing what you plan and what you sew
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You will be excellent at coordinating a SWAP!
ReplyDeleteLook forward to seeing it all come together!
I will enjoy watching your SWAP develop. SWAP requires such discipline. I know you'll do it! And with all the colors I love too.
ReplyDeletePS no luck ordering your gorgeous knit from HFF over the phone. They did agree to let me email them a photo of your T shirt to see if they still have the fabric. Thanks. Martha
ReplyDeleteI often think I want to do the SWAPS but usually I get distracted in one way or another. Your top is perfect to use for the the central piece, so good luck I am sure you will do great.
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