Well, PR’s mini-wardrobe contest is over and I’ve finished it. Time for a new sewing plan: Tim Gunn’s 10 Essentials.
A number of sewers are working on a similar project right now, and quite frankly, it just makes sense. I have the fabrics to create these pieces, so why not go for it. Here’s his list and my takes on it. You’ll notice, I’ve some of the pieces already!
- Basic Black Dress -I just finished 1 in my big wardrobe and a very dark chocolate brown (which I love more than black) in my mini-wardrobe.
- Trench Coat – This one has been cut and ready to sew for 3 years now. Maybe it’s time to finish this UFO!
- Classic Dress Pants – My goal for the summer is the perfect fitting pair of trousers. I haven’t decided which piece to use from my stash: the navy, the brown tweed, the brown plaid, the black…
- White Shirt – I think I look better in ivory. And, I’ve just finished one button up and one pull-over in ivory. That’s done. Check.
- Jeans – Well, I’ve mastered the jean skirt, so how hard can a pair of jeans be…
- Cashmere Sweater – I’m buying this one! It’ll be my treat to me when I finish the other 9 pieces! I’m think V-neck and maybe royal blue or orange. Something striking.
- Skirt – A-line, I think, and maybe in a dark grey or brown suede or a cute plaid?
- Day Dress – I just bought a shirt dress (Vogue 8021) and I have got a beautiful pink cotton that is screaming to be a summer dress. I think I will take out the front and back pleats and just gather the skirt.
- Blazer – Would my mini-wardrobe jacket count?
- Sweat Suit Alternative – Can I just remind you how much I love my TNT pants pattern? I think my new khaki pants from the mini-wardrobe count here. Oh, and then there are the black pants and the jean skirt from the big wardrobe contest. I think we can count this done.
Bonus: 1 trendy item. Hum? Gotta think on this one.
I post a storyboard of sorts later. Let me know what you think…