How to DIY Spy
Today I went to a store that used to be one of my favorite clothing stores. I even worked there for a few summers. But as I browsed today, two thoughts came to mind. One, 'There's ain't a lot of cute shoes on sale..." and two..."I could so make that!"
I wasn't so much imagining how the clothes would look on me, but how did they sew this together? For example one blazer I thought had large darts on the front bodice. Then I looked closer and realized they had used princess lines in their pattern and stuck a pocket over the top. Maybe it's just a testiment of how much I have committed myself to making my own clothes, but I was stopped from buying anything because I realized that with the right tools and basic inspiration, I can make the clothes of my dreams.
First thing, arm yourself with a writing implement (perferablly a pencil so you can erase if need be, and a sketch pad. You may also use a digital camera or a camera phone, but be warned that some shops don't like people taking pictures inside their stores. I learned this on one trip when my friends just wanted to pose for a goofy picture with dilliebobbers. Then, go to the store and look for clothes that catch your eye. Sketch the basic cut and silleotte of the garment. Be sure to add any details like darts, pleasts, embroidery, notions, anything that catches your eye. To the side, write down these details and then go the the manufacturers tag inside the clothes. Write down the fabric content and the washing and drying instructions.
Now all that's left to do is to head for your local fabric and craft department and go hunting thought the racks of clothing patterns. Find those that look like your garment and pull them. You may have to use more than one. Buy the patterns, combine where needed and cut it out of a fabric close or relationed to what you saw in the store.
Then...viola! You have some something DIY fabulous!
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