A few weeks ago I had the occasion to hear someone speak on the topic of setting intention. The presenter shared a few scenarios where one might name a goal, but over time focus becomes clouded and lost to any number of distractions. What stuck with me most was his statement about accountability, that the simple act of sharing your intention with someone can help you keep on track.
So I am writing this intention as a form of accountability. I want to start making things. Specifically, I want to learn how to work with fabric to make clothing. I mostly want to make things for myself, but maybe someday for others too. My mother was great at sewing, and really, talented in many fiber arts. As she upgraded her equipment, she always handed down her older sewing machines to me. And I used them. As much as my middle school home economics training and tenacity would allow, I made Halloween costumes for my girls, pillows, and curtains of all kinds. I mended and altered many clothing pieces for a better fit. Over the years, I have purchased several patterns and supplies, but I can’t think of one thing I ever finished. I think part of my failure was I didn’t start at the beginning, I started at the end. I was focused on a product, not the process.
I want to make a wearable item, this is my intention, my goal. I have already purchased a pattern for a simple dress from an online shop. There are no pockets, zippers, darts, or plackets. The neckline is formed by encasing a length of 2-inch elastic, I am confident I can do that. I need to get fabric and thread and I am ready to sew. Unfortunately, the bulk of the project cannot start until May 1st, when the two classes I am currently enrolled in wrap up. Hopefully, this community can provide the accountability I need to be ready to start sewing on May 1st. Any recommendations for fabric available online or locally (northeastern Illinois) are welcome. Thanks in advance for the support.
Also, I kinda want to add pockets. It’s a process.
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