Do You Sew Your Own Clothing?

[Baby Blessing]

Curious if there is many that sew clothing for themselves.
I am looking forward hopefully to get back to sewing for myself. I came across this pattern and absolutely loved it,

V1185 | Misses' Jumpsuit | New Sewing Patterns | Vogue Patterns

I will make a few changes on this style, one being without the leg bands
Gosh there are so many beautiful stylish patterns, I've always liked Vogue, mainly because their more detailed.
One might say I have been fabric addicted over the years, have a fantastic assortment. Glad too, fabrics have gone up so much in price.

This pattern has a loose fit so maybe it won't make one look thin
anyway that's my way of thinkin Thought it would be interesting to see how many others sew for themselves.

I was surprised to learn today that they took Home Economics out of all the schools in the City, most likely all of the schools in Calif. Sad to hear that. I doubt if there is any Technical class's within the public schools here in Calif. I noticed that the local Jo Ann's has very limited class's and was told it is difficult to get instructors, that really surprised me.

Patti and Jack

[jadabug]

That is a cute pattern. I sew for my furbabies and it is something I really enjoy. I used to sew some for myself, but haven't in years. I see so many cute clothes for our babies and they are so expensive. I thought I can make this and save so much money, plus I enjoy doing it. Jada has an extensive wardrobe of dresses and I need to make more vests for Bogie. The girly dresses are just more fun to make.

My mom taught me to sew and I also took Home Economics in school. It is sad that they are removing those classes from school.

[jencar98]

That jumpsuit is too cute, and looks like it would be comfy this summer! You'll have to post pictures when you finish it, Patti.

I sew and used to sew clothing for myself and for my sons when they were babies. Now, I sew for Ruby mostly, also dog beds, etc., and I occasionally sew pillows, drapes or some other home decor item.

Honestly with the cost of fabric and cheaply priced clothing available, it just didn't make sense to continue to sew clothing for myself. Now for almost the price of the pattern and thread you can sometimes find the very item you want at some discount store.

[jadabug]

Honestly with the cost of fabric and cheaply priced clothing available, it just didn't make sense to continue to sew clothing for myself. Now for almost the price of the pattern and thread you can sometimes find the very item you want at some discount store. __________________

That is so true about the cost of fabric and patterns. At least with the furbaby clothes it doesn't take much fabric. I buy remnants from a little fabric store in our small town, which is usually enough for Jada a dress and Bogie a matching vest. The cost of patterns is outrageous, at least for the furbaby clothes I can make my own pattern.

[jencar98]

Originally Posted by jadabug

Honestly with the cost of fabric and cheaply priced clothing available, it just didn't make sense to continue to sew clothing for myself. Now for almost the price of the pattern and thread you can sometimes find the very item you want at some discount store. __________________

That is so true about the cost of fabric and patterns. At least with the furbaby clothes it doesn't take much fabric. I buy remnants from a little fabric store in our small town, which is usually enough for Jada a dress and Bogie a matching vest. The cost of patterns is outrageous, at least for the furbaby clothes I can make my own pattern.

I know, it doesn't take much fabric to make a sweet little dog dress - I feel like I'm sewing for a doll. And, being that I never got to buy or sew little girls clothing, I do LOVE to sew for Ruby!

[jadabug]

Originally Posted by jencar98

I know, it doesn't take much fabric to make a sweet little dog dress - I feel like I'm sewing for a doll. And, being that I never got to buy or sew little girls clothing, I do LOVE to sew for Ruby!

I know what you mean. I had boys, and I just love making the little feminine dresses for Jada. My mom taught me to sew when I was very young. I learned making Barbie Doll clothes

[shodanusmc]

I did a button once, but it fell off.

[ArmaniMan]

Originally Posted by shodanusmc

I did a button once, but it fell off.

thats about how good I am too.

If even a button falls off, I have to take it to the tailor, I keep him in business I think... I wish I could sew.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by jadabug

My mom taught me to sew and I also took Home Economics in school. It is sad that they are removing those classes from school.

I wish I had spent more time learning from my mother. She made it look so easy that I didn't know how talented she was. All of my dresses growing up were handmade.

Originally Posted by jadabug

Honestly with the cost of fabric and cheaply priced clothing available, it just didn't make sense to continue to sew clothing for myself. Now for almost the price of the pattern and thread you can sometimes find the very item you want at some discount store.

I agree, but my taste in clothing is different than anything in stores. Would love to be able to sew my own dresses and suits. Before my time, but I enjoy looking at patterns from the late '50s and early '60s -- Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy style simplicity and super tailored.

I watched the movie "An Education" last week and I wanted the main character's white trench coat and simple blue sheath dress. If only I were talented enough to sew such things.

[jadabug]

Originally Posted by Maximo

I wish I had spent more time learning from my mother. She made it look so easy that I didn't know how talented she was. All of my dresses growing up were handmade.

I agree, but my taste in clothing is different than anything in stores. Would love to be able to sew my own dresses and suits. Before my time, but I enjoy looking at patterns from the late '50s and early '60s -- Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy style simplicity and super tailored.

I watched the movie "An Education" last week and I wanted the main character's white trench coat and simple blue sheath dress. If only I were talented enough to sew such things.

All of our clothes growing up were made by my mom too. She even made my dad's business suits. I didn't like it back then, wanted store bought clothes. I really admire my mom now, looking back I see how much love and effort she put into making us up to date and trendy clothing.

I don't like any of the styles now either

[Baby Blessing]

My taste is different too than store bought, I like things stylish and more detail.
I sewed for Jack, myself and also made ALL the kids school clothing. Taught our daughters at early age to sew, they then sewed for themselves and taught their girls.

Have you all noticed the tags on most everything in department store clothing says made in China? I was doing more take backs, I don't care for the fit, styles, nor fabrics used.

I had sewn for Baby Blessing when we first got her but gave up, it was tedious sewing, my eye sight couldn't handle it. I figured time I spent sewing for her, could be well used for sewing for myself .
I got to know Dear Connie and love her things, I'd rather go visit at her site and let her ConnieDressMyDog.Com do our girls fashions and wardrobe.

Bought fabric to make this jumpsuit, also got enough to make Jack a shirt. Label on the bolt didn't say made in China pattern was on sale for $3.99 so that was a real savings. The fabric was half price plus an extra 10% off coupon Memorial Day. Hope I can start sewing them next week

Jadabug, after the kids were grown, having one of their childhood friends out in public come up to me and say, oh, I remember you..... your Sue's Mom that made all her (I like your word trendy) clothing really brought back all those happy sewing hours . I will be honest in saying I had to sew for the kids because we just couldn't afford store bought things, and I think in doing so it helped the girls to carry on with it too, and now theirs do for themselves. What is so great in sewing for ourselves is that we end up with clothing that is unique and in my opinion far outlasts store bought.

I feel sad that the schools aren't teaching home economics here in Calif. I was glad our son took wood shop, he recently put a new door on their home plus the door framing, thankful he had the opportunity to learn wood shop in school

Hugs, Patti and Jack

[jadabug]

Originally Posted by Baby Blessing

My taste is different too than store bought, I like things stylish and more detail.
I sewed for Jack, myself and also made ALL the kids school clothing. Taught our daughters at early age to sew, they then sewed for themselves and taught their girls.

Have you all noticed the tags on most everything in department store clothing says made in China? I was doing more take backs, I don't care for the fit, styles, nor fabrics used.

I had sewn for Baby Blessing when we first got her but gave up, it was tedious sewing, my eye sight couldn't handle it. I figured time I spent sewing for her, could be well used for sewing for myself .
I got to know Dear Connie and love her things, I'd rather go visit at her site and let her ConnieDressMyDog.Com do our girls fashions and wardrobe.

Bought fabric to make this jumpsuit, also got enough to make Jack a shirt. Label on the bolt didn't say made in China pattern was on sale for $3.99 so that was a real savings. The fabric was half price plus an extra 10% off coupon Memorial Day. Hope I can start sewing them next week

Jadabug, after the kids were grown, having one of their childhood friends out in public come up to me and say, oh, I remember you..... your Sue's Mom that made all her (I like your word trendy) clothing really brought back all those happy sewing hours . I will be honest in saying I had to sew for the kids because we just couldn't afford store bought things, and I think in doing so it helped the girls to carry on with it too, and now theirs do for themselves. What is so great in sewing for ourselves is that we end up with clothing that is unique and in my opinion far outlasts store bought.

I feel sad that the schools aren't teaching home economics here in Calif. I was glad our son took wood shop, he recently put a new door on their home plus the door framing, thankful he had the opportunity to learn wood shop in school

Hugs, Patti and Jack

There was me and my 3 siblings growing up and Mom and Dad couldn't afford store bought either. Mom also did custom sewing for others as she was a stay at home mom after my 4th sibling was born. I look back at old pics and my clothes were just as nice or nicer than the other kids stuff. I wish I could have seen that back then. I know it made Mom and Dad feel bad that I didn't appreciate Mom's hard work. I wouldn't trade my childhood for anyone else's because we had it made(maybe not it all the material things) but in the things that really matter, and we are still a close knit family today because of it.

[Patti]

Patti that jumpsuit looks stylish and comfortable. I took sewing in HS and spent the whole class trying to thread the darn Bobbin!!lol I think it is great that people can make their own clothes. I agree for dresses, Connie's are the best! Good luck and let us see the finished product.

[SweetPuppy]

I wish I could sew, If I can, I'll do this for myself...
http://www.freewebs.com/lovely-neko/83.jpg

[Sookie]

Originally Posted by Baby Blessing

Do you sew your own clothing?

Only if someone has a gun to my head.

But I seriously admire those who do.