What is the Sewcialists Sewing Top 5 ?
It’s a chance to look back at your year of sewing and celebrate! Before we enter into another year of sewing, it gives us time to think back on what worked or didn’t. What else you’ve accomplished, and where you want to go next. The point of Top 5 is to check in with ourselves about our sewing, and have a bit of fun celebrating how far we’ve come, in our personal journey. This is my account of my Top 5, well not always 5 but here you go:-
Top 5 Hits:
The 5 most worn or most loved makes from 2019.
- Well I have to admit, I have only recently gotten my sewing mojo back, after a challenge I joined in with on Instagram. I made a coat and lined it, I surprised myself after years of not touching my sewing machine,how well I did and how all my knowledge just came flooding back.
2) I also made a lovely Blackwood cardie, it came out really well 🙂
3) I had made a little batwing top by recycling a skirt I liked, this is the second time I have used this pattern. Which was my holiday top.
5)A pair of really colourful cushion covers out of some retro IKEA fabric. They look great !
Top 5 Misses:
Not everything works out, so this is my chance to share the 5 projects that didn’t turn out, never got worn, were accidentally destroyed in the wash, or were otherwise less successful!
- Well again I think I will have to repeat some of the list above as the cardigan was way too big for me so I gave it to a friend who is much taller and fit her great.
2) I joined in with another challenge, and after cutting out the wrong size , I gave up, not only on the top, but on the whole challenge!
3) The holiday top although I made it well, I added some beading around the neckline and its too heavy..I should take it off, but I like the look of it.
4) I decide to self draft a top which I owned , but the fabric was so the wrong choice , it is still in bits.
5) I bought some lovely fabric on line, to make another cardigan and was so disappointed when it arrived as it was totally unsuitable.
Top 5 Highlights: What else happened in your life besides sewing this year? Trips, accomplishments, sewing meet-ups, great memories, work, family, or whatever else stands out from your year.
- My first sewing Highlight was winning a prize in the Instagram challenge
2) Deciding I want to make a YouTube channel
3) Getting more followers on Instagram
4) Managing to link all my social media platforms..well nearly.
5) Lining and making a coat for the first time
Top 5 Reflections:
Looking back, what trends did I see in my sewing? What have I learned about myself or have I had change in my attitude?
- As I have become more aware of the great sewing community, I have learned I Can Do It too, I may be not as good as some, but I’m getting there. And its more about the enjoyment.
2) I’ve learned not to be afraid of a challenge and just go for it.
3) I trust myself in sewing and my choices, more and more
4) How much I love to sew.
5) I need to be more careful with my fabric choices.
Top 5 Goals:
What would you like to do in 2020? This could be specific projects, skills, or attitudes you want to begin or continue to develop!
1)I would love to be a successful YouTuber and sew full time.
2)Develop my commitment within the sew community
3)Help people to learn to sew, especially encouraging young children
4)Be consistent with my blogs and vlogs
5)Develop my sewing skills
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