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How It StartedHow The Vintage Wardrobe Sewing Project got started is all because Daphne, my daughter, taught herself to sew. For her first project, she chose to make me a vintage-inspired apron! How sweet. When our family booked a Disney Cruise (something I've always wanted to do for my daughters), we started saying, "We should make our own vintage wardrobe." Plus, I knew I had my husband's support, when, after complaining about current fashion trends, he said, "Then, do something about it!" And that's just what I did ... Basic MaterialsThe basic materials I bought for The Vintage Wardrobe Sewing Project includes:
Color SchemeThe color scheme may very well be the most important detail of planning a color coordinated wardrobe. I wanted a wardrobe that incorporated classic navy blue. I planned for a tertiary (triangular on the color wheel) color scheme and added a white linen as my neutral.
Wardrobe PlanningI started wardrobe planning with tracing paper, colored pencils, and my pattern. I laid tracing paper on top of the small pattern drawings (on back side of pattern) and traced each item I wanted in my wardrobe. Then, with color pencils, I filled in the colors I had planned. Finally, I numbered each piece. I drew sketches (see picture above) to visualize each piece and how they will be worn on our upcoming family vacation and thereafter. As you can see there are 16 key pieces. I made sure all colors would match my shoes and purse. My rule for this wardrobe is that everything should mix-and-match to create a maximum number of outfits. Key PiecesIn all, I have 12 key pieces to sew, and I'll be sure to share as I accomplish each one. When an piece is completed, scroll down to see it or click on the link to get details. *Starred items will be bought.
Outfit CombinationsWhen all the key pieces are complete, I will show you the many outfit combinations!
Randy
9/4/2017 12:49:36
This is so beautiful, it reminds me of old movies.
Renee Metzler
9/10/2017 07:03:02
Thanks!
Sandra
5/4/2019 05:09:32
I love this. Are you making your own patterns? I would love to see the vintage apron. So doesn't a vintage wardrobe need a hat? Comments are closed.
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