These days, my go to look is this: a t-shirt with a simple midi skirt.
Can you believe, I used to make my own midi, A-line or bias cut skirts (just like this green skirt!) when I was in high school?!
When I was a teenager, my mum showed me how to draw my own patterns, make neat hems and sew in my own invisible zip. But that was 20 years ago.
If I were to rate my sewing skills NOW, they would be 6/10.
My level of craftsmanship is just “OK”. And I probably wouldn’t wear my own creations!
I often have bursts of inspiration – to make my own clothes. It would be kind of cool right?
But I always get stuck on: Choosing nice fabric.
I can’t seem to find any nice fabric at a reasonable price. All the fabrics (that I like) are $60 per metre, or something ridiculous. I would be terrified of making a mistake. And I wouldn’t want to buy any more fabric than I have to.
Soooo… it’s more economically sound (and a better use of my time) for me to just buy the clothes haha!
This green skirt is from Petal and Pup, but it’s no longer available.
This one is slightly similar but shorter.
You can get something similar on Showpo called the Space Odysses Skirt in other colours too (love the wine colour!).
Do you make your own clothes? Got any tips on where to buy nice fabrics?
Also wearing:
Les Boys Les Girls T-shirt (on sale!)
Isabel Marant Nessah Bag (A new addition to my bag family! Will review soon!)
DVF Moretlle Heels (on sale!)
I miss sewing!! I sometimes wish I had space for a machine, or a machine. But I guess I can always do a bit when I visit home. I’ve not made anything in a few years. Actually, the last thing I made from memory was when I made a huge chair, so I was sewing the upholstery and cushions to match. That ended up being a massive job. Aw, it’s so funny when we think back to these dormant skills and achievements.
Loving this look and the bag!! You did well there!
xx Jenelle | http://www.inspiringwit.com
Oooh I’d love to see some of your costume work when you worked in theatre! Yes I totally get what you mean about dormant skills haha! Aaahh and where are we going to find the time to do them all haha! xx
Oh I really wish I could sew! I recently learned how to take up my dresses properly and I STILL don’t do a great job on that hahaha.
xx
Mon
Little Miss Mon Bon
Haha I think with sewing there’s a certain level of skill you have to acquire before it’s even beneficial – no point having a crappy hem on a nice dress! Hence I still take my clothes to a tailor!
How are you keeping? I hope all is well, as I noticed fewer posts.
I used to get nice affordable silks from Textile Traders until the shops closed.
For upmarket special occasions, it is Fabulous Fabrics in Balcatta. This is a sewist candy store. I wouldn’t part $50/m in a candy store!
For day casual wear, I do quick shop at Lincraft or Spotlight. I often order online for Australian designer close out from The Remnant Warehouse in Sydney. I also use supercheapfabrics.com.au in Melbourne after visiting one of their stores while on holidays. Supercheap has surprises like French laces, cashmere wool, silk and linen. In fact, I have my eye on their batik block print on 100% linen for $14.95/m
I support the local fabric stores ahead of the New York goodies from Elliot Berman and Emma One Sock that I have previously sourced wool and silks.
For reviews on fabric shops, I can recommend patternreview.com where lots of Australia sewist exchange information.
I sew a fair bit of my own clothes, as my motto is Made in Australia or made by me!
Hi Lai Ho! Oh no, my site is supposed to send me a notification of new comments but it hasn’t been working, so I had no idea these comments were here – so sorry!
Gosh, thanks for the tips, I checked out the super cheap fabric site, its so good!! Soo tempted to try and buy. Eeeps I’m so excited to dream up something now. I’m definitely not at the stage where I can confidently make my own clothes, but hopefully some time in the future when I have more time for hobbies haha. Hope you’re well too! Have a lovely weekend xxx