Imagine And Sew

When we see something we like, we can imitate it. 

When we get a flash of genius, all we have to do is enter our creative wonderland and sew together what we imagine. 

We can construct our own styles the way we want them.  We can express ourselves in ways others can only wish.

Fashion changes so fast it can be dizzying. 

Every season brings fresh new styles.  Magazines, shows, and advertizing put a spotlight on the new trends, but as fast as the new comes, the old fades away.  Hmmm, how long has it been since you saw a double knit leisure suit?

King Solomon said, There is nothing new under the heavens.  When it comes to fashion, he seems to be right on.  A close look at the current fashions, reveals that designers resurrect features, styles, and trends of the past.  They pick and choose to create new twists and turns to create fresh fashion styles. 
What stops you from doing the same thing?  Nothing. 

You too can pick and choose from thousands of patterns to create your own fresh styles.  You can learn to sew with confidence and master all those detailed how to sew techniques. 

Determine the neatest, newest, most exciting styles of the new fashion look. Then consider what kinds of  sewing projects could you envision?  

You might think to yourself, I need a new pattern and it is so hard to fit a new pattern.  Or you might imagine resurrecting some of those old patterns and using the parts that fit your new design.  You might even consider investing in design software like Dressmaker or Berninas new My Design. 
You may take a class to learn how to sew to create your own designs or fine tune fitting.

Just imagine all the fashion ingredients you could generate from your own sewing room. 
If you see something intriguing in a magazine, sew it up yourself.  You are limited only by your minds eye.  You can take standard items and make minor changes to create brand new effects. Change a collar, a sleeve, a cuff, or embellish with embroidery or appliqu.  You could make your own glamour dress, jacket, suit, blouse, or accessory.

You may not be a famous French fashion designer, but you could create your own exciting fashion styles. 

Think of all the different things you could make.  The possibilities are endless.  You can start from scratch.  You could imitate something you see.    You could take a stock item and embellish it. 
The new fashion styles can be what you make them.

Oh, you feel a bit hesitant?  Maybe you need a quality sewing machine or sewing supplies.  Maybe you need some sewing machine repair for your sewing machine.  Maybe you even need to find someone to repair sewing machines.  Do not let these obstacles stop you from creating your own fashion statement.


If it takes more than a few hours, some of us never get done.  So, frequently, I will buy a cheap ready to wear garment and then do my thing. 

Since most ready to wear does not fit my body, I usually have to make some adjustments anyway.  So, I do.  With a touch of decorative threads, metallic embellishment, sparkles, changing a collar, or even embroidery design, I take ordinary and turn it into extraordinary. 

As sewers, we can choose to design and sew from scratch or to transform a stock item. 
Either way, we are able to produce our own distinctive fashions.

Sometimes the newest fashions, can be made by recycling stuff already in the closet.  By making some alterations, adding some distinctive embellishment, or just using the item in a fresh new way; we produce our new style. 

It is so exciting when friends respond, Wow, how much did that cost?  It is so much fun being the envy of my friends.

What about color? 

The department stores cycle through different colors and styles based on what they think will sell.  One year I wanted to buy a light green dress, but found the stores were in a blue cycle.  There were no green dresses.  But, I sew.  So, I quickly put together my own fashion green.  Now I didnt, but I could have even died my own fabric if  I had wanted to.  Color makes a big difference.  A touch here or there changes everything.

For me, sewing offers me my own little world.  When I sew, I feel relaxed and at peace.  

I get so many creative ideas, I run out of time.  Nothing makes me feel better than to have people complement my sewing. 

When it comes to fashion, I am in charge.  I can create my own styles using the colors, textures, and designs I prefer. 

Sewing is a wonderful experience.

When you see that skirt at Dillards for $220, ask yourself, Could I make that? 

And then give yourself the answer you know is true. Yes, you can.  Not only can you sew it, you can do it a much less cost.  You can probably even improve on it. 

Then imagine the thrill when your friends say, She must have spent a fortune. 

Today, the modern sewing machines and other tools available make sewing so easy and convenient it is a real blessing. 

Using a quality sewing machine is fun, easy, and gives real satisfaction. 

Making your own styles has never been easier.  So, lets sew.  Lets create our own personal fashion statement