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Sewing Goals 2015
Jan. 2nd, 2015 02:39 pmLast year was the first time I set a plan of sewing goals that wasn't just an itemized list of projects. I really enjoyed keeping it more vague; I definitely lose interest if everything is already decided. So I am trying to do the same in 2015. It's not a list of projects, it's a set of goals:
- My first goal is a long-term one: build a better wardrobe for local events. I know what eras and themes I can anticipate. I just want to be able to go to events without having to make something new every time. This will definitely apply to The Man as well. This affects how I view my projects (in a good way!). If I can see each project as wardrobe building instead of just a one-off costume I don't really care about, then I will put more thought and effort into it.
- Focus on costume sewing. Any modern sewing has to be of the quick and easy variety until after costume college.
- Attend as many local events as time, money, and sanity permit. Prioritize family friendly events.
- Accessories and shoes. For serious. And hair.
- Stashbusting. Most of my stash is more oriented toward modern sewing, and I am trying to de-emphasize that this year. But any modern sewing I do should come from the stash, and I am sure I can come up with something from the silk bin for a costume dress. Smaller pieces can be mixed with something new, or can be used for little girl dresses.
- Take advantage of ANY available time for sewing. After The Girl is in bed, don't just loaf in front of the TV, spend an hour in the sewing room. Get dressed earlier, get the chores done, and sew. Stop making excuses.
- My first goal is a long-term one: build a better wardrobe for local events. I know what eras and themes I can anticipate. I just want to be able to go to events without having to make something new every time. This will definitely apply to The Man as well. This affects how I view my projects (in a good way!). If I can see each project as wardrobe building instead of just a one-off costume I don't really care about, then I will put more thought and effort into it.
- Focus on costume sewing. Any modern sewing has to be of the quick and easy variety until after costume college.
- Attend as many local events as time, money, and sanity permit. Prioritize family friendly events.
- Accessories and shoes. For serious. And hair.
- Stashbusting. Most of my stash is more oriented toward modern sewing, and I am trying to de-emphasize that this year. But any modern sewing I do should come from the stash, and I am sure I can come up with something from the silk bin for a costume dress. Smaller pieces can be mixed with something new, or can be used for little girl dresses.
- Take advantage of ANY available time for sewing. After The Girl is in bed, don't just loaf in front of the TV, spend an hour in the sewing room. Get dressed earlier, get the chores done, and sew. Stop making excuses.
