You have probably heard of Goodbye Valentino’s RTW Fast. Cuz you are just cool like that.
I thought about participating last year, but you know, sometimes you just can’t commit, amiright? 😉
For 2015, I am all in. Gonna officially take the plunge. I don’t know about all you other RTW Faster-types, but I definitely have some exclusions.
Shoes. I have enough tools and mess in my house with all my sewing paraphernalia, and I sure don’t need to learn cobblering. Only.So.Much.Time.Remaining!
Lingerie. Can you spell BOR-ring? I like to sew tailored shirts, people, and this year my goals are to ratchet up my coat tailoring skills and try my hand at men’s dress slacks. Panties? Pffft. I can envision I might try making them some day, because it IS fun to whip out a quick project now and again, but it is so far down my I-want-to-sew-list it may never surface. And I don’t really have any trouble getting bras to fit properly, so that effort also just doesn’t provide sufficient return on time investment. I know, loads of you out there disagree with me. That’s OK. We can still be friends. 😉
Sweaters. KnitNBee, I bow to you, and the many other great knitters out there. I know how to knit, but don’t do much of it anymore. I already have enough arthritis in my hands to cause discomfort, and I need to save my hand energy for sewing and gardening. On that note, I am starting to think about which varieties of edible greens I should plant in the next month or two…we have had a mild winter here in the PNW. Gardening time!
I think I’m going to try and not buy clothes either. With the exception of t-shirts from concerts because I can’t make them myself and I like supporting the artists 🙂
I love that exclusion, Erin! Supporting your favorite artists – GO!!
I’m trying it too! But I did go to the sales last week. It was buy one get two free at the Saks Fifth Avenue outlet so I had one last fix.
Whew! Snuck that retail therapy in under the wire! 😉
Ha! I’m with you on underwear being buried deep in the ‘list’ but there’s something tempting about using up all those knit scraps I’ve got floating around! I’m just waiting for a pair of my fave RTW jocks to bite the dust….. Good luck – I haven’t formally committed to any such thing but in the last 2 years the only new things I’ve bought have been underwear, my wedding dress and one (disappointing) J Crew whilst stateside on our honeymoon. I’d just rather spend my cash on fabric!
I’m with you Sarah-all money should go for fabric. Who needs to eat, anyway? 🙂
Heeheehee, I’m with you… I’d rather do just about anything than sew undies! Not interested in making or wearing handmade undies, yuck! 😀 You gotta save your time for clothes you can show off!
Hahahaha, so true, Ginger! Can’t get much “Yes, I DID make this” satisfaction from undies! 🙂
I am in total awe of your skills and commitment! 🙂
Thanks Jeanne! We’ll see how it goes!
You are too funny!! I am trying to do this too, but I am hesitant to commit in writing, because the instant I do – I rebel!! LOL. I certainly enjoy making a good tailored shirt too! Can’t wait to see all the lovely things you make this year!!
Same Heather! You are a prolific sewist!!
I am also “unofficially” doing the ready to wear fast this year too. I have so many project I wanted to sew and well a large stash collection that I thought I might actually try to use!!! Can’t wait to see your progress, and maybe get an idea for new garments.
Not quite ready yet but I do want to sew more for myself, rather than just sewing for the kiddos. In addition to some shirts, I want to sew some dresses fit for travel. And – yep – I’ve always wanted to know how to sew nice bras!!!! As long as you still like me, I’m fine with it. 🙂
Pals forever, Deanna! 🙂
Knit dresses for traveling are the best. No ironing, and scrunch up small in a suitcase!
I tried the no RTW last year and did pretty well – for me. I made it all the way to the end of July. (darn J’Jill store opened in our town – finally) Anyway, I am again commiting and will be rereading “Where Am I Wearing'” for reinforcement. Today, I made 2 t-shirts with three-quarter sleeves. My exclusions are similar to yours. Last year it also included jeans which I plan to learn to make this year.
Yay for you Robyn! We will just do our best.