So…I’ve re-evaluated my plan. Here’s the plan:
Brown Fabric: Simplicity 3631 View C
This jumper will be really cute alone, with a top under it, or with the jacket.

Pink Linen: Simplicity 3631 View B
This pink jacket will be cute over the jumper, or over the pants I’ll make. Plus, it will go with all 4 of the bottoms I made during the Big Contest.

Khaki Linen (from stash, not pictured yet): Hot Patterns Sugar Babe Set Pants
I love these pants!

Vanilla Jersey Knit that I will have to purchase: Vogue 8451 (That I will also have to purchase)

Now to get busy!

I had the most successful shopping trip this weekend–and I didn’t buy anything! I tried on lots of styles and quickly found the things that I liked (and that flattered me). Then, back at the hotel, I looked at my mini-wardrobe plan. Yuck!

So, now I’m looking at patterns again. These are similar to the clothes I loved in the dressing room. Now to decide on a 4-part wardrobe:

I saw this top as the bodice on a full skirted dress. Loved it!

These puffed sleeves are really cute!

I like this tank.

White shirts were everywhere!

I like this top sleeveless and banded or belted.

The shirt in the top left hand corner is much cuter when made in a great fabric. I’ve looked over it before because that blue is quite tragic.

Shirt dresses were everywhere!

I love a good contest! They seem to motivate me to finish a project. So…

Here is my entry for PR’s mini-wardrobe contest.

The rules only call for 4 pieces, but this 6 will combine to give me 8 more new outfits, including a Sunday set. If I need to drop 2 to finish in time, I’ll drop the pink skirt and the knit top.

As with the wardrobe contest, I am shopping entirely from my stash. However, if I don’t have enough khaki twill, I will be running to the store. I must have another jean skirt for the summer!

What do you think?

I recently finished my big PR Wardrobe Contest entry. I am very proud of my pieces. I happen to think I did a nice job finishing each piece and they fit me well. That said, I don’t love every piece I made. Some of them just aren’t me.

So what is me? I don’t really know. Here are the facts:

• I wear a lot of jeans.
• I’m home with my children most of the time.
• I don’t need to dress up (heels, dresses) often.
• I really don’t like tossing on a tee-shirt. If I do, I’d rather it be a closer-fitting tee.
• I really like this top and this top and this skirt.
• I like clunky jewelry–sometimes.
• I’m probably not going to iron very often.

So, I decided I needed some help. I googled for some quizes that might help me determine my fashion style. I didn’t have much luck. Here are my results:

This quiz says I’m “Subtly Sexy”. Here’s the description:
You’re magnetic, sensuous, and full of life. You love to laugh, indulge in delicious food and drink, and be touched by someone you love — anything that tickles your senses. You’ve got charm and charisma, and seem to enchant everyone you meet. Your clothes reflect your sexy nature. You relish the feel of luxurious fabrics against your skin, and you dress to bring out your alluring side. Your wardrobe staples: Wide-leg pants in silky materials that flow when you walk. Long or short skirts in velvet, suede, and leather — any material that feels wonderful.Wrap tops that show off your shape.Camisoles, tees, and light sweaters with details like lace, a ruffle, or embroidery. Sexy, strappy heels. A glittery, oversized ring that catches the eye.

Uhm, not really…

This quiz said it would lead me to the designer that fit me the best. Here were those results:
Dolce & Gabanna: Classy with an edge. You take traditional ideas and give them a kick in the ass! Always stylish and appropriate for everywhere!

Being completely clueless, I check out their website. Now we’re talking…