Project Runway

Lately, I must admit, I've been catching an episode of Project Runway here and there. If you're not familiar with it, the show is a competition for up-and-coming fashion designers. They have a design challenge each week and at the end, the judges score each person's outfit. The one with the lowest score is off of the show. 

With my new sewing machine beckoning me to make something, I've been watching the show from a different perspective. I can't say I've seen anything yet that I'd want to replicate, but it's more the process of creating that I've been interested in as I've watched. The show has helped me build confidence for designing some things on my own.

Before buying the sewing machine, I'd already spent some of my Christmas money on some basic patterns. At the time, I had in mind buying a few simple patterns that I could adapt. While on polyvore, I also navigated some websites and found a designer outfit I loved. Hoping to replicate it at some point, I kept in mind the kind of material used and the overall look. 

After a dose of inspiration from Project Runway, some basic patterns and the designer outfit, I've come up with a design for a 2 piece dress. After a trip to the fabric store and Michael's, I have what I need to begin. Fabric, ribbon, patterns to adapt and a basic sketch of the dress. Admittedly, I need to make a return trip for the notions, but I had to finish the design before knowing what to buy. 

Yesterday, I spent a good portion of the day working through my initial sketch for the dress. Before I'm finished, no doubt there will be other changes.

Let's face it, I'm not nor will I ever be the most fashion-forward person. As Matt says, I have my own style.

With a family wedding coming up, I hope to finish this dress in the next month so I can wear it then. My aim is to please an audience of one. As long as Matt approves, I'll consider this one a success.