I have loved watching all your WIP's and youve made me feel a lot better about having them too. However I think I might have twice as many!! I'll make sure to do a video in the autumn so you can see mine! Good luck and I think your plan to make a WIP after a project is a great one. You got this wonderful lady ❤
IDEA!! You're WIPs that you are getting rid of, offer them as a complete project bag, with remnants on a destash. Charge or just have postage covered. I'm sure they would fly out ❤
Hi Angela. I’m team complete as you go. I’d be unable to do what you do. It would really stress me out. Thank goodness we’re all unique. I love your slip dress and Penny. The bra is amazing. What’s the worst that can happen. If you give it a go? Be brave! I think you know what you want to repair, finish etc. Get rid of what gets you down or you don’t like. Life’s too short! I loved your video. It was fun. Anne 😊
Let's be honest as sewers.... friends only ask us to do alterations for them as they get them done free 😱 i sometimes feel like saying "ive closed my alterations business as i wasnt making any money" but that sounds mean, doesn't it??!! But after one week where i worked out I'd sewed for FOURTEEN HOURS for other people so they could save money i was ready to cry 😢 i would love to have the nerve to say "yes ill shorten your dress if youll do one hour weeding my garden" .... bet that would shock them! Sorry Angela rant over!!!!!!!! But i totally get where youre coming from!!!
Rant away - I totally get it. Someone once said to me I should get someone to stay with me the whole time that I do their alteration - as they would be shocked at how long it takes - and they wouldn’t ask again if it meant sitting with you the whole time you did it 😂😂😂 x
@@DevonThreadTalesI did that once, than she asked me to make her a coffee or tea. And she had a good time chatting on her phone. Now I just say: sorry, but I am quite busy, so I can’t make it.
HI: Well, firstly you do not have that many UFO's!! I would get rid of the shirt that you took apart- I have so many things like that in my piles-that I know I won't ever complete!! Otherwise I think everything else is probably in the correct pile... don't know if your charity shops carry fabrics and accept things like that where you are, but here they do-and anything that goes unsold gets recycled!! (just a thought for some of the things). It's funny I am watching this today, as our great grandson is coming over this afternoon to help me sort things-tomorrow as well, and two days next week. So keep your fingers crossed that I actually can part with some of my stash-I thought about "Destashify" but I don't want to get into packing and shipping things! Best wishes-and I hope you persevere! :+)
Aaahh I hope that your sorting goes well. I think once you get into a bit of a rhythm it is actually ok - it’s taking that first step!! Thank you so much 🥰❤️
@@DevonThreadTales Thank you and you're welcome!! Many boxes went to our charity shop, and not a big enough dent, I can tell you!! But it's "On with the Show" so to speak next week! :+)
Loved this video Angela. I have SO many WIPs. I really need to count them up again. I'm sure at one point last year I had 32!! Really wish I could be a one project at a time gal...
😳😳😳 32!!!!!! Wow wow wow! I know I really wish I would just do one project and not move on until completed!!!! I really just don’t know why I don’t 🤷🏻♀️😆 Thank you - hope you’re feeling better ❤️
You will be so relieved to get those done I would judge how long you think each will take and start with the quickest and that way you will feel like your clearing them quicker
Great vlog as always. First of all say NO I always say No unless family. Secondly would love to see your sewing along I made that same shirt you were the inspiration when you shared you had made it on one if your videos. Yes finish the bra what have you got to lose? If you mess it up at least you tried otherwise no use sitting there in your WIPS. ❤❤
Thank you - ha ha yes I need to learn to say no!! I will upload the shirt sew along soon!! You're absolutely right - I think the bra is my next WIP project. Thank you 🥰
I love how your unfinished bits are also nearly put away. I used to be terrible starting new things when still working on something else but now I make myself finish what I’m doing before I cut out anything else. However I do have a box of screwed up things to mend or repurpose that I forget about until I went to the cupboard for something the other day! We need to arrange a WIP zoom or meet up where we each have to finish at least one thing we have put off while chatting🤣
Fantastic to see you tackling WiPs. Like a load lifted? I came back to sewing when I retired after a 37 year break and I did make it plain to everyone that I only sew for me. I do not want the stress of risking anyone else’s fabric or clothes- I sew for pleasure. Everyone accepted that so I only rarely get asked. I love the shape of the Norma blouse but you have to feel comfy. Worth finishing and if you won’t wear it someone will!! Good Luck with your pile. Great plan to intersperse them between more enjoyable makes. Happy Sewing😊. Lynne
That is so sensible - to make it clear to people from the get go!! Yes I think I will finish the norma - as like you say if I don’t like it - someone will!! Thank you 🥰❤️
Hi Angela, if you do keep doing repairs for friends, I’d suggest they do the prep, for example they unpick the seams so the buckles can be replaced etc. Great vlog.
I think you should make up your don’t knows - you may really like them when they are done (ask me how I know 😂). Please please post your shirt sew along - I’ve been waiting and thought I had missed it - I personally quite like a longer vlog - so once again please post it - sew alongs I find are so so helpful
I like your plan to finish your wips. I know i have at least three, a blazer, cargo pants, and a top. They are hanging on a rack tucked in a corner. So i think I will follow your plan, sew a project, sew a wip. One thing I've tried to do is cut out a few projects, then sew them up. I read in the comments that others suggested donating the unfinished projects, just make sure to put in the instructions.
Yesss! You can do it!! I have since this vlog tackles a few and I’m so pleased I have. Yes if I donate I will pass out the instructions too - thank you 🥰❤️
They are more like AP's in my sewing room..abandoned projects!😂 Set aside a day in your diary for WIPs so you can build up to doing them, start with the quick, easy ones and youll be amazed what you can achieve. I've done jean zips 😢 the unpicking bit is the worst. Use any favourite fabric for smaller projects/up cycling or colour blocking. Look forward to seeing the follow up vlog on this!! No pressure 😂😂
I think your WIPs pile is quite modest. I look forward to seeing all your WIP completions over the coming months. :-) I have a fair few WIPS, some I will never finish, and one garment cut out and ready to sew, plus another pattern ready to cut out. I have decided to complete one WIP every month. I did it this month, finishing a pair of trousers I started last year; they didn't work for me, I took them apart and recut them, then they sat there for a year. They are done now. I only have one item to repair, a pair of trousers my hubby took the knee out of and he gave them to me yesterday, so no guilt about those, yet. Some of my WIPs are big jobs, including two quilts to quilt and bind and one of those is 97.5" square. Another WIP is 2.5m of fabric to sandwich and quilt ready to make a large bag, then there is a large embroidery that went wrong, goodness knows what I will do with that, a mixed media project I got fed up with, that one will go, and a goldwork project that I will finish in the autumn; I must finish that as it was a gift from my daughter. I'm sure I forgotten several WIPs, but I know there's a dress toile that is a horrendous fit and in awful fabric. Enjoy your newly lightened load.
Aaahh - you have some amazing projects there that you are working on - I love hearing about this. Thank you - I will be working my way through them over the next few weeks/months and will update everyone as I go. Thank you 🥰
Do the shirt for John during Sew Frugal with 'found' fabric! The jumpsuit that doesn't fit and any of the other wips you aren't going to make, save them and take them to a sew meet up where you take fabric to trade, someone will snatch them up since 90% of the work is done!
The coatigan definitely finish as you will wear in winter. The blouse with the pins is low at the front and probably would have been a better fit sized down. Glad you are going to fix zip on jeans as they look great. I have donated to charity several things as an unfinished ‘kit’ and some one else can finish ( I detailed size etc) maybe be ruthless with other items you are not sure about and it will lift a weight off you ❤
Thank you - and since filming this I have now fixed the zip on the jeans - and I am so glad I have - they look great!!! That’s such a good idea - re donating projects. Yes - I’m still very undecided re the blouse 😬 Thank you 🥰❤️
I'm sorry but I'm like Rachael....I have to finish everything I start. I think it's a good idea to get the repairs out of the way first, then interchange new makes with wips. Make a list and tick them off as you go. Then give yourself a massive pat on the back Angela.😊
Oohh I so want to be more like Rachael 🤭😂 So since making this video - I have done allll the repairs - and I am so chuffed!! Now dorking on one of the other more involved ones! List written, and ticks ✅ being joyously done 😂😂😂 Thank you 🥰❤️
Just read that you completed some of your WIPs! Great! This video took courage to expose a vow to be more disciplined. When these things are complete, you'll have lots more storage space and feel SO GOOD!
Loved watching this video and yes I’ve had fails over the decades but l never let them ruin my love for sewing or dampen my spirits. Move on l say and sew something you love. I’m a one project at a time person and can’t start another until that one is finished and if it didn’t work then out it goes. However l have a mending or alterations pile which when l have a day to spare l tackle as many as possible. That gives me much pleasure. When you finish your wip’s you’ll be so pleased and feel a sense of achievement. Good luck Angela!
Thanks for sharing Angela, I don’t tend to have dressmaking wips but I do have other craft wips which I am trying to tackle this year. I would love to see the bra finished. Good luck. 💙🧶🌈🍓
You have such beautiful projects I think one for one is a good idea, I don't have WIP's as such I have long term projects like a quilt I am working on between other projects, good luck and let us know how you are getting on we are always here for support xx
The Norma blouse is huge, so I don’t think it’s worth trying to finish it. I think it’s a great idea to sew some easier projects and then finish one of the wips. You’ll feel much better after you get through them. Happy sewing, Angela.
SewLuluRasc's idea is the same one I had! Where I live in the US, we also have a charity second-hand store but for craft items. Their profits go to a Hospice House in the area. Anything to do with sewing is very popular and are hard to keep in stock. So even if you don't get money back, you know the money they earn from it goes to a good charitable cause and not a landfill. And yes, I do have WIPs. Most of mine fall into 3 categories. Old clothes that are perfect for repurposing (but I never get around to), projects that have let me down and I've lost the desire to try and fit them properly, and repair jobs for my husband. He says his clothes go into my area and he then has to pay a ransom if he ever wants to see them again. Lol. You must absolutely finish the bra. You've done the hardest part! The straps and the back buckle are not hard. It's so pretty.
It’s such a good idea- we do have a craft donation store - I will have to investigate further and see what they will take.oh that’s made me giggle 🤭 the idea of your husband paying a ransom 🙈😂 Yea I will finish the bra - I’d forgotten how nice it was until I took it out. Thank you 🥰
I think you should make her husband's favorite shirt and also the Fibre Mood blouse. If you make it as a cropped shirt I think it will look nice. I have a WIP basket and my rule is after every 2-3 makes I have to make something from the basket. So far I have gotten a few items finished and a few items have been donated😉
Wow! I'm impressed with your decision making. I'm no longer sewing; as a matter of fact I've been living in Ireland for almost 10 years, and I've switched to knitting and crochet for my creative outlet. Really great to ‘see’ you.
Really enjoyed this video thank you 😊 I no longer feel guilty for having a pile of whips too 😅 I have a pair of red shorts, some trousers and a top waiting to be finished I pick them up and then put them back down and say nope I want to start something new 😅
I did this same thing about 2 months ago and got rid of stuff I didn't like anymore etc and finished off things I did like and I now have zero WIPs or UFOs 🎉 Feels so good. I spent a whole day just finishing off everything and it was so worth it. I now finish what I'm doing before moving on. Lisa x 🇦🇺
I make a project/wip bingo. I cut out lots of slips of paper and write what I want to make in one pile, and my WIPs in another pile. Pop them into two bags and then I take to my daughter who blind chooses the order everything is done: one project, one WIP. It’s fun and makes finishing them a challenge.
Oh Angela, I had to smile because I’m desperate to start a number of new projects but, like you, I have WIPs hanging on the back of my door 😂 So this week I’ve been pushing myself to try and complete each one before starting something new. I only have 5, 2 pairs of shorts not finished in time for my holiday, 2 tops which didn’t fit and need adjusting plus a dress that isn’t even half finished 🤦♀️. I still haven’t yet finished any but have made progress on 3. However, tomorrow I am going to start something new and maybe if and when I finish it I might try to complete a WIP 🤣 Glad I’m not alone. Love your videos. Thank you
Aaahh fabulous. Good on you for tackling them - and even though they are not finished they are a step closer!! I think maybe just tackle one - then a new project as a reward 😉 Come on - we can both do this 💪🏼 Thank you 🥰❤️
I never have more than two or three WIP’s. I tend to finish what I want to make, or take it apart and make something else. I did actually throw one out once. And I agree, friends will ask me to alter a men’s tailored huge jacket and say :”it just takes a few seams here and there and it’ll fit.” So I started to say no to ‘little favours’, and I feel a lot better now. I don’t know why people are saying Jeans Zoos are hard, I did many. I think the thought of it is worse than the sewing. I bet if you actually did it, you would do a great job 👍🏻
You could definitely make an ogden cami out of the remaining jumpsuit fabric - the fabric is gorgeous so would be a real shame to just discard. I am with you on WIPs, I have a couple that I have just lost the impetus to finish off - who knows why?!! The coatigan is going to look fabulous when it is finished - definitely bring that one back out in the autumn! ❤❤
Yes that’s a great idea re Ogden Cami - I may give that a go - thank you 🙏🏼 Yes I think I will finish the Coatagan - but like you say in the Autumn - I think I will feel more like doing it then! Thank you 🥰❤️
I really loved this vlog and has definitely given me a kick up the bum to face my monster pile!! I found myself singing “Let it go” quite a lot, however I’m rubbish at letting go myself. ❤
He he he!!! Yep let it go indeed! I loved your lucky dip approach in your video - and may just do that once I have finished my current project! Thank you Sam 🥰❤️
Ummm... I don't have any!!! 😆😆😆 They would totally stress me out! 😆😆 Re the Penny dress, I would consider that as a new project, but once it's finished, it's one less WIP. But that probably only makes sense to me!! 😁😁 Good luck, Lynne. 🤩☘️
I'm feeling rather depressed at the moment thinking of my own w.i.p. and u.f.o.s pile. LOL However I do have one suggestion with regards to your husband's shirt. The McCalls shirt you make for him fits well, and it would probably be quicker and more satisfying to make a new one with lovely new fabric. You could line pockets or bags with the wip shirt. Be less of a headache I'm thinking. I absolutely love the jumpsuit you were wearing! You look gorgeous in it.
Oh bless you! Yes you are right - it would be far less hassle to make him the McCalls one. And let’s face it I’m more likely to make him a shirt using that pattern than trying to make up a new one 🙈🙈🙈 Thank you 🥰❤️
What a great video! I would get very stressed if I had a lot of WIPs (I have one dress that has been in the naughty corner a long time, and I need to deal with it soon.. :)), but I really admire people who can do what you just did: deciding to let go of projects that you know will not be finished. I don't think I could muster that kind of determination. I think it is a very sound plan to dinish one WIP after a finished project. Good luck! Please let us know how you get on.
Thank you - in all fairness I have been wanting to “get rid” of some of those projects in such a long time, but haven’t had the nerve to before. It just got to the stage of enough is enough 😂. Since recording this video I have already working my way though most of the repairs - it’s so satisfying ticking it all off 😂🤭 Thank you 🥰❤️
Hi Angela. Don't beat yourself up over WIPs. I'm like you too! I have a pile of started/unfinished projects. I think it goes hand in hand with having a busy, creative mind😊. I wonder if you have seen 'So Carole' on YT? She has a wheel of fate that determines her next project. You could do that for your WIPs! Love your videos. Thank you x
Aaahh thank you so much - I think you are right - my head whirls with ideas - and I can't wait to start the next thing - lol!!! I love that idea - I might give that a go! Thank you 🥰
Hi Angela, I agree with you that you should do a WIP then a new make as a kind of reward and it’ll spur you on, you don’t have that many really. I couldn’t cope with having WIP’s, I have to finish a project before I can start another but I’m relatively new to sewing. ❤❤
Well I think if you can stay doing one project at a time - that is much much better - I would like to say once I’ve cleared my WIPs I won’t get back into this position again 😬 we will see 😂🙈 Thank you 🥰❤️
I’ve got a few WIP’s in my stash but they are mainly not completed because they either would not fit me now or I don’t love the fabric any more 😢 Maybe I should be brave & just get rid of it’s not serving a purpose Great vlog Angela, I enjoyed your thought process
It’s so hard isn’t it to know what is the right thing to do when it comes to WIPs you have maybe fallen out of love with. I believe that if you got rid of them - you wouldn’t give them another thought once they were gone - it’s just being brave enough to get rid of them in the first place 🙈 Good luck deciding 🥰
Hi. I like everything you have going on as projects. I love the bra you are making and I would love to see that finished as you don’t get to see many people make there own bras on TH-cam😘
Great vlog and inspiring to sort out our WIPs. Perhaps challenge yourself to finish a WIP each week if they are quick and also write down in your daily to do jobs list will help - this helps me. Definitely finish your lovely bra - so gorgeous. Interested to buy your Matcha blouse what size is cut out. I love the oversized fit. Please post your shirt sew a long if you can as never made a shirt with collar. Thanks Angela xx
I'm like Rachel, one WIP type of person otherwise I'd be really stressed. However, I can understand how others prefer to have a few things on the go. It's very kind of you to do the fixing jobs for your friends but I like your friend's suggestion on how to say no. In Friends there's an episode where Phobe's reply to Ross asking for help was: "I wish I could but I don't want to". I'd love to be brave enough to use that line one day 😂😂
I find it so hard to say no to friends and family too! I just think they don’t realise how much time and effort sewing takes (and it’s quite stressful doing for other people!). I know it sounds mean but I just don’t enjoy it. But thanks Angela, you have encouraged me to go to WiP box later today and make decisions. Would love to see your coatigan finished - waiting until Autumn is the answer. Good luck. 🤞🏻
I think as sewers we think we are mean saying no to friends, but really they are being mean to us by asking us to work for free. Next time someone asks, maybe you could tell them “you wouldn’t believe how many friends ask me to repair clothes, and I’ve decided to say no because I hate doing repairs/alterations and it makes me resent my friend which isn’t good is it”. Then tell the where the nearest high street repair business is. Any repairs you’ve got waiting to do, I’d be tempted to hand them back unfinished, simply say I’ve just not got round to your mending, I think it would be best if you take it to the alterations shop, as it’s never going to make it to the top of my mending pile.
I’d just get rid of the things you don’t love - they’re taunting you but once they’ve gone you’ll soon forget them. No point wasting time and emotional energy on something you’ll never wear and it’ll clog up your brain and your sewing space. Charity shops might be able to use them. Have you got a sewing buddy who could come round and sew with you? You could have a wips session or even sew each other’s? I’m hopeless at throwing things out, but got together with friends and we all made pouffes together to use up the scraps - it was really fun and very inexpensive as it was zero waste. … and we all love our pouffes 😅. Good luck and enjoy yourself ❤ xx
I couldn’t agree with you more about just getting rid, and the items taking up head space! I think a sewing session of WIPs with a friend is a genius idea! Thank you 🥰❤️
Just an idea for the shirt pattern. Could you use an existing shirt pattern ( cheap one from charity shop?) and then put your shirt fabric pieces on the paper pattern pieces and cut the paper to match the fabric pieces? Hope that makes sense - just thought it might be quicker than drawing all the pieces out on new paper.
Hi Angela! I despise doing mending and or fixing things! And I do not like fixing things for other people. To me it’s more difficult to fix apparel than make something new. 🙃
Don’t throw the sew over it trousers that you love. Use the fabric to make facings and pocket bags on other projects so that you keep a little of that good feeling of your first successful pair of trousers in new garments. I’ve made the Norma blouse and it does feel a little low, but not too bad. You can add some front and back waist darts to take it in a little around the waist and you could wear it with a cami underneath. It’s a lovely blouse. I have 2 WIPs and am currently working on one of them. I’d made it up into a skirt a couple of years ago which was badly drafted so as I had quite a large piece left I unpicked the first skirt reused as much as I could for another skirt which I am currently working on. Must say I feel a bit meh about it but shall see how I go. I’ve also got a half finished plain navy dress so shall get that done next. I hate having WIPs hanging about and usually get each project done and finished before starting another but sometimes you start something and can tell it’s not going to be what you imagined.
That’s such a great idea re using the trouser fabric for pocket linings etc. I am going to do this - thanks for the tip - love it! Good luck with your skirt - and hope it works out for you - I know what you mean about feeling meh about a project!! Thank you 🥰❤️
As for the men's shirt, if you have a men's shirt pattern I would put the RTW shirt over the pattern and make the adjustments so half the work is already done and you have saved the alterations on paper for when you are ready to sew it. I probably wouldn't finish the Norma blouse, I've been there where I have to let it go even though I love the fabric and pattern but the fit doesn't work for me. Thanks for the video!
My friend asked me to turn up some lined curtains !!!! I politely declined saying curtains weren’t my thing 😅 other wise I have to say I almost always finish a project.
You don't need to recreate the pattern for your husband's shirt. Once it's ironed, you already have the pattern pieces in fabric, since you unpicked it. You just need to remember to cut a seam allowance for it.
I’m not gonna lie… this stressed me out so much 😂😂😂😂😂 but great to see your thought process. I would never judge x Loving the outfit you’re wearing too ❤
Great vlog and something I am doing at the moment is finish a WIP or using up left over fabric to make a cami or Ashton top and I’m loving getting down the pile and am going to encourage myself to not let them build up again. I think it’s a great idea for you to tackle one after you finish a project and don’t think you have that many as some of them are quick sews. For me i think the Norma blouse won’t be a favourite in your wardrobe if you do finish it so might let that go. I would definitely finish the saltwater slip top, I am tempted to get that pattern myself now, thank you! Yes also to the Jessie. Coatigan but agree finish that in the autumn I think you will love it and I do have that pattern so might make it myself after seeing yours. Cobra Libra is a no for me 😊 re your bra, do you have Craftsy? As Alison Smith has a lovely class on lingerie and will help you finish that. It is so lovely and needs to be worn! I applaud you for your pile that you will ditch and agree with you. I think you will feel so much better when you see the pile reduce. Such a great conversation piece and I am definitely being more mindful about what I sew to make sure it doesn’t end up in a similar pile ❤
Aahh that’s so great that you are working your way through your pile. The saltwater is a lively pattern and definitely can be a top or dress. I will absolutely go back to the voatagan in Autumn. Oh no I don’t have craftsy- but I will look into that. Thank you 🥰❤️
Do not get rid of the Norma blouse. Finish it and you might like it. It looks good like others say in the comments. With mending the unpicking takes all the boring time. before accepting the job, ask the recipient to do the unpicking first. Some of the mending won’t even come to you as they won’t even be bothered doing that. I don’t feel so bad now. I may have about 8 UFOs and 3 cut outs not started. I don’t count the cut outs.
No I don’t count cut outs either 😂 That’s such a good idea - I will do that in the future and see if that stops people asking me in the future 😂😂😂 Thank you 🥰❤️
My daughter in law, being bridesmaids for her brother’s new bride, asked me if I could take up her bridesmaid dress, 3 layers, in filmy fabric. I was freaking out as I don’t like sewing that kind of fabric, so I went to our local seamstress and got a quote! About $80 for each under skirt and $120 for top layer! So I rang her and said I can’t handle this fabric and I have a seamstress that will do it for you and quoted the price. She suddenly remembered that where they got the dresses will do but also charge, but half the price!
Love your vlogs ❤. Just a quick question, I live in North Devon, and there aren't any sewing groups near me. Do you have any near you? I attend the Virtual sewing room but it would be lovely to meet like-minded people in person 😊
Hia - yesss Make in Plymouth have sewing social days. This Thursday evening they are holding a fabric and pattern swap evening : www.makeat140.co.uk/pages/summer-sewing-destash-party I’m going along to it - I think it should be fun xx
I suggest you finish a couple of the fast ones, and things for others. Then you won’t have things hanging over your head so to speak. I don’t like WIPs in general. However when I have something to do for someone else, I really don’t like seeing it sitting there. I feel great when I’ve cleared them.
I have had a good old go at clearing a few things since recording this video - and it does feel much better. I've slowed down again - so need to give myself another little push!! 😂 Thank you 🥰
What size is the abandoned Matcha top? I'd be happy to take that one on if it would fit me and if not and you no longer like it would you be happy to destash the pattern to me? Many thanks...
i think you should set aside the time and just do it . finish as much as you can before you start anything else. think of the peace of mind you will have. like exercise, just do it.
@17:05 finish it as is and donate it to a women's shelter, let someone else enjoy it. Don't waste your life unpicking and rejiggering it, it probably won't make it thru the process very well.
I have never cloned a RTW garment so I don't know the process but why would you transfer the pattern pieces of your husband's shirt on paper? If I understood correctly, you unpicked and marked all the pieces. I would iron them and file them with my patterns. When you find a nice fabric, all you need to do is use the fabric pattern pieces and you'll have a great present for your husband. The Norma blouse: you could sew the back pleat closed, that will take a little volume off. As for the v in the front, it has always looked deep on other people too. It would look good with a little top underneath. I have 5 ufo's and boy do they take up space, both physically as well as mentally. I really must get them done 🤦
I hadn’t thought about that re the shirt - that’s such a good idea. Yeah I’m still on the fence about the normal blouse - I’ll have a think about it! Hey why not pick up just one UFO and finish it 😉 Thank you 🥰
I have loved watching all your WIP's and youve made me feel a lot better about having them too. However I think I might have twice as many!! I'll make sure to do a video in the autumn so you can see mine! Good luck and I think your plan to make a WIP after a project is a great one. You got this wonderful lady ❤
Thanks so much Katherine. He he he - I can't wait to see your WIPS
Thank you 🥰
IDEA!! You're WIPs that you are getting rid of, offer them as a complete project bag, with remnants on a destash. Charge or just have postage covered. I'm sure they would fly out ❤
Hi Angela. I’m team complete as you go. I’d be unable to do what you do. It would really stress me out. Thank goodness we’re all unique. I love your slip dress and Penny. The bra is amazing. What’s the worst that can happen. If you give it a go? Be brave! I think you know what you want to repair, finish etc. Get rid of what gets you down or you don’t like. Life’s too short! I loved your video. It was fun. Anne 😊
It’s funny you should say that - as the thought has also crossed my mind 🤗
Thank you 🥰❤️
@@DevonThreadTales great minds........😉
Let's be honest as sewers.... friends only ask us to do alterations for them as they get them done free 😱 i sometimes feel like saying "ive closed my alterations business as i wasnt making any money" but that sounds mean, doesn't it??!! But after one week where i worked out I'd sewed for FOURTEEN HOURS for other people so they could save money i was ready to cry 😢 i would love to have the nerve to say "yes ill shorten your dress if youll do one hour weeding my garden" .... bet that would shock them! Sorry Angela rant over!!!!!!!! But i totally get where youre coming from!!!
Rant away - I totally get it. Someone once said to me I should get someone to stay with me the whole time that I do their alteration - as they would be shocked at how long it takes - and they wouldn’t ask again if it meant sitting with you the whole time you did it 😂😂😂 x
@@DevonThreadTales Brilliant idea! Think I’ll do that next time…. THEY won’t want to waste 2 hours but happy for us to 😡
@@DevonThreadTalesI did that once, than she asked me to make her a coffee or tea. And she had a good time chatting on her phone. Now I just say: sorry, but I am quite busy, so I can’t make it.
@ManuelaPatzel oh blimey - yep good idea, I won’t try that then 😂🥰
HI:
Well, firstly you do not have that many UFO's!! I would get rid of the shirt that you took apart- I have so many things like that in my piles-that I know I won't ever complete!! Otherwise I think everything else is probably in the correct pile... don't know if your charity shops carry fabrics and accept things like that where you are, but here they do-and anything that goes unsold gets recycled!! (just a thought for some of the things).
It's funny I am watching this today, as our great grandson is coming over this afternoon to help me sort things-tomorrow as well, and two days next week. So keep your fingers crossed that I actually can part with some of my stash-I thought about "Destashify" but I don't want to get into packing and shipping things!
Best wishes-and I hope you persevere! :+)
Aaahh I hope that your sorting goes well. I think once you get into a bit of a rhythm it is actually ok - it’s taking that first step!!
Thank you so much 🥰❤️
@@DevonThreadTales Thank you and you're welcome!!
Many boxes went to our charity shop, and not a big enough dent, I can tell you!! But it's "On with the Show" so to speak next week! :+)
Loved this video Angela. I have SO many WIPs. I really need to count them up again. I'm sure at one point last year I had 32!! Really wish I could be a one project at a time gal...
😳😳😳 32!!!!!! Wow wow wow! I know I really wish I would just do one project and not move on until completed!!!! I really just don’t know why I don’t 🤷🏻♀️😆
Thank you - hope you’re feeling better ❤️
You will be so relieved to get those done I would judge how long you think each will take and start with the quickest and that way you will feel like your clearing them quicker
That’s such a good idea 👍🏼
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How about an “eat the frog” approach. Each time you have a few hours of sewing do the first half hour on a WIP!
Oh Emma - that is such a good idea. My daughter uses the eat the frog ,method!!! I will try it! lol!
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Great vlog as always. First of all say NO I always say No unless family. Secondly would love to see your sewing along I made that same shirt you were the inspiration when you shared you had made it on one if your videos. Yes finish the bra what have you got to lose? If you mess it up at least you tried otherwise no use sitting there in your WIPS. ❤❤
Thank you - ha ha yes I need to learn to say no!!
I will upload the shirt sew along soon!!
You're absolutely right - I think the bra is my next WIP project.
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I love how your unfinished bits are also nearly put away. I used to be terrible starting new things when still working on something else but now I make myself finish what I’m doing before I cut out anything else. However I do have a box of screwed up things to mend or repurpose that I forget about until I went to the cupboard for something the other day! We need to arrange a WIP zoom or meet up where we each have to finish at least one thing we have put off while chatting🤣
Oh my goodness Nicky - that is such a good idea - a WIPs part if you will, WIPs, chatting and plenty of tea drinking!!!! Lol Love it 🥰
@@DevonThreadTales definitely would include lots of chatting and tea drinking too! ☕️
Fantastic to see you tackling WiPs. Like a load lifted? I came back to sewing when I retired after a 37 year break and I did make it plain to everyone that I only sew for me. I do not want the stress of risking anyone else’s fabric or clothes- I sew for pleasure. Everyone accepted that so I only rarely get asked. I love the shape of the Norma blouse but you have to feel comfy. Worth finishing and if you won’t wear it someone will!! Good Luck with your pile. Great plan to intersperse them between more enjoyable makes. Happy Sewing😊. Lynne
That is so sensible - to make it clear to people from the get go!!
Yes I think I will finish the norma - as like you say if I don’t like it - someone will!!
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Hi Angela, if you do keep doing repairs for friends, I’d suggest they do the prep, for example they unpick the seams so the buckles can be replaced etc. Great vlog.
Great idea!! I might try that too - Thank you 🥰
I think you should make up your don’t knows - you may really like them when they are done (ask me how I know 😂). Please please post your shirt sew along - I’ve been waiting and thought I had missed it - I personally quite like a longer vlog - so once again please post it - sew alongs I find are so so helpful
Aahh thank you - I will post the video - I will try and do it soon.
I will have a go at finishing a few items see how I get on lol 😉
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I like your plan to finish your wips. I know i have at least three, a blazer, cargo pants, and a top. They are hanging on a rack tucked in a corner. So i think I will follow your plan, sew a project, sew a wip. One thing I've tried to do is cut out a few projects, then sew them up. I read in the comments that others suggested donating the unfinished projects, just make sure to put in the instructions.
Yesss! You can do it!! I have since this vlog tackles a few and I’m so pleased I have.
Yes if I donate I will pass out the instructions too - thank you 🥰❤️
They are more like AP's in my sewing room..abandoned projects!😂 Set aside a day in your diary for WIPs so you can build up to doing them, start with the quick, easy ones and youll be amazed what you can achieve. I've done jean zips 😢 the unpicking bit is the worst. Use any favourite fabric for smaller projects/up cycling or colour blocking. Look forward to seeing the follow up vlog on this!! No pressure 😂😂
He he he - AP’s !!! Love it!!!
Yes that’s a good idea in respect of the smaller fabric pieces - thank you 🥰❤️
I think your WIPs pile is quite modest. I look forward to seeing all your WIP completions over the coming months. :-) I have a fair few WIPS, some I will never finish, and one garment cut out and ready to sew, plus another pattern ready to cut out. I have decided to complete one WIP every month. I did it this month, finishing a pair of trousers I started last year; they didn't work for me, I took them apart and recut them, then they sat there for a year. They are done now. I only have one item to repair, a pair of trousers my hubby took the knee out of and he gave them to me yesterday, so no guilt about those, yet. Some of my WIPs are big jobs, including two quilts to quilt and bind and one of those is 97.5" square. Another WIP is 2.5m of fabric to sandwich and quilt ready to make a large bag, then there is a large embroidery that went wrong, goodness knows what I will do with that, a mixed media project I got fed up with, that one will go, and a goldwork project that I will finish in the autumn; I must finish that as it was a gift from my daughter. I'm sure I forgotten several WIPs, but I know there's a dress toile that is a horrendous fit and in awful fabric. Enjoy your newly lightened load.
Aaahh - you have some amazing projects there that you are working on - I love hearing about this.
Thank you - I will be working my way through them over the next few weeks/months and will update everyone as I go.
Thank you 🥰
Do the shirt for John during Sew Frugal with 'found' fabric! The jumpsuit that doesn't fit and any of the other wips you aren't going to make, save them and take them to a sew meet up where you take fabric to trade, someone will snatch them up since 90% of the work is done!
Aahh such a good idea - re sew frugal!!!!! Thank you 🥰❤️❤️
The coatigan definitely finish as you will wear in winter. The blouse with the pins is low at the front and probably would have been a better fit sized down. Glad you are going to fix zip on jeans as they look great. I have donated to charity several things as an unfinished ‘kit’ and some one else can finish ( I detailed size etc) maybe be ruthless with other items you are not sure about and it will lift a weight off you ❤
Thank you - and since filming this I have now fixed the zip on the jeans - and I am so glad I have - they look great!!!
That’s such a good idea - re donating projects.
Yes - I’m still very undecided re the blouse 😬
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I'm sorry but I'm like Rachael....I have to finish everything I start. I think it's a good idea to get the repairs out of the way first, then interchange new makes with wips. Make a list and tick them off as you go. Then give yourself a massive pat on the back Angela.😊
Oohh I so want to be more like Rachael 🤭😂
So since making this video - I have done allll the repairs - and I am so chuffed!!
Now dorking on one of the other more involved ones!
List written, and ticks ✅ being joyously done 😂😂😂
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Just read that you completed some of your WIPs! Great! This video took courage to expose a vow to be more disciplined. When these things are complete, you'll have lots more storage space and feel SO GOOD!
Loved watching this video and yes I’ve had fails over the decades but l never let them ruin my love for sewing or dampen my spirits. Move on l say and sew something you love. I’m a one project at a time person and can’t start another until that one is finished and if it didn’t work then out it goes. However l have a mending or alterations pile which when l have a day to spare l tackle as many as possible. That gives me much pleasure. When you finish your wip’s you’ll be so pleased and feel a sense of achievement.
Good luck Angela!
Aaahh love this - thank you - and you are right sewing fails should not dampen our love for sewing 😊
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Thanks for sharing Angela, I don’t tend to have dressmaking wips but I do have other craft wips which I am trying to tackle this year. I would love to see the bra finished. Good luck. 💙🧶🌈🍓
Thank you so much ☺️
Good luck with your other draft project WIPs too 🥰
You have such beautiful projects I think one for one is a good idea, I don't have WIP's as such I have long term projects like a quilt I am working on between other projects, good luck and let us know how you are getting on we are always here for support xx
Aaahh thank you Julia 🥰
The Norma blouse is huge, so I don’t think it’s worth trying to finish it. I think it’s a great idea to sew some easier projects and then finish one of the wips. You’ll feel much better after you get through them. Happy sewing, Angela.
I totally agree! Thank you 🥰❤️
SewLuluRasc's idea is the same one I had! Where I live in the US, we also have a charity second-hand store but for craft items. Their profits go to a Hospice House in the area. Anything to do with sewing is very popular and are hard to keep in stock. So even if you don't get money back, you know the money they earn from it goes to a good charitable cause and not a landfill. And yes, I do have WIPs. Most of mine fall into 3 categories. Old clothes that are perfect for repurposing (but I never get around to), projects that have let me down and I've lost the desire to try and fit them properly, and repair jobs for my husband. He says his clothes go into my area and he then has to pay a ransom if he ever wants to see them again. Lol. You must absolutely finish the bra. You've done the hardest part! The straps and the back buckle are not hard. It's so pretty.
It’s such a good idea- we do have a craft donation store - I will have to investigate further and see what they will take.oh that’s made me giggle 🤭 the idea of your husband paying a ransom 🙈😂
Yea I will finish the bra - I’d forgotten how nice it was until I took it out.
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I think you should make her husband's favorite shirt and also the Fibre Mood blouse. If you make it as a cropped shirt I think it will look nice. I have a WIP basket and my rule is after every 2-3 makes I have to make something from the basket. So far I have gotten a few items finished and a few items have been donated😉
I like that 🥰 great idea. Thank you ❤️
Wow! I'm impressed with your decision making. I'm no longer sewing; as a matter of fact I've been living in Ireland for almost 10 years, and I've switched to knitting and crochet for my creative outlet. Really great to ‘see’ you.
Aaahh I love this - still crafting and being creative 🥰🥰🥰
Really enjoyed this video thank you 😊 I no longer feel guilty for having a pile of whips too 😅 I have a pair of red shorts, some trousers and a top waiting to be finished I pick them up and then put them back down and say nope I want to start something new 😅
😂😂😂 I think there’s a lot of us that do this - lol 😂
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I did this same thing about 2 months ago and got rid of stuff I didn't like anymore etc and finished off things I did like and I now have zero WIPs or UFOs 🎉 Feels so good. I spent a whole day just finishing off everything and it was so worth it. I now finish what I'm doing before moving on. Lisa x 🇦🇺
Aaahh I live this - this is the position I want to be in!!! You’ve given me incentive to GET IT DONE!!! 😂
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Whatever you abandoned, for whatever reason, chuck it out. You’ll feel much better!
Love it!! Thank you 🥰❤️
I have a 'finish or throw out pile' its getting smaller and I have thrown out things😅 great vlog❤
Love that! Thank you 🥰❤️
I make a project/wip bingo.
I cut out lots of slips of paper and write what I want to make in one pile, and my WIPs in another pile. Pop them into two bags and then I take to my daughter who blind chooses the order everything is done: one project, one WIP.
It’s fun and makes finishing them a challenge.
This is such a fabulous idea - I love that
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Oh Angela, I had to smile because I’m desperate to start a number of new projects but, like you, I have WIPs hanging on the back of my door 😂 So this week I’ve been pushing myself to try and complete each one before starting something new. I only have 5, 2 pairs of shorts not finished in time for my holiday, 2 tops which didn’t fit and need adjusting plus a dress that isn’t even half finished 🤦♀️. I still haven’t yet finished any but have made progress on 3. However, tomorrow I am going to start something new and maybe if and when I finish it I might try to complete a WIP 🤣 Glad I’m not alone. Love your videos. Thank you
Aaahh fabulous. Good on you for tackling them - and even though they are not finished they are a step closer!! I think maybe just tackle one - then a new project as a reward 😉
Come on - we can both do this 💪🏼
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I never have more than two or three WIP’s. I tend to finish what I want to make, or take it apart and make something else. I did actually throw one out once. And I agree, friends will ask me to alter a men’s tailored huge jacket and say :”it just takes a few seams here and there and it’ll fit.” So I started to say no to ‘little favours’, and I feel a lot better now. I don’t know why people are saying Jeans Zoos are hard, I did many. I think the thought of it is worse than the sewing. I bet if you actually did it, you would do a great job 👍🏻
You could definitely make an ogden cami out of the remaining jumpsuit fabric - the fabric is gorgeous so would be a real shame to just discard. I am with you on WIPs, I have a couple that I have just lost the impetus to finish off - who knows why?!! The coatigan is going to look fabulous when it is finished - definitely bring that one back out in the autumn! ❤❤
Yes that’s a great idea re Ogden Cami - I may give that a go - thank you 🙏🏼
Yes I think I will finish the Coatagan - but like you say in the Autumn - I think I will feel more like doing it then!
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You could use leftover fabrics for bag liners, tote bags, gift bags or zip pouches.
That’s a really great idea - thank you ☺️❤️
I really loved this vlog and has definitely given me a kick up the bum to face my monster pile!!
I found myself singing “Let it go” quite a lot, however I’m rubbish at letting go myself.
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He he he!!! Yep let it go indeed!
I loved your lucky dip approach in your video - and may just do that once I have finished my current project!
Thank you Sam 🥰❤️
Ummm... I don't have any!!! 😆😆😆 They would totally stress me out! 😆😆 Re the Penny dress, I would consider that as a new project, but once it's finished, it's one less WIP. But that probably only makes sense to me!! 😁😁 Good luck, Lynne. 🤩☘️
No that does make complete sense 😂
Oh my goodness - I am totally in awe of you not having any WIPs that is brilliant!!
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I'm feeling rather depressed at the moment thinking of my own w.i.p. and u.f.o.s pile. LOL However I do have one suggestion with regards to your husband's shirt. The McCalls shirt you make for him fits well, and it would probably be quicker and more satisfying to make a new one with lovely new fabric. You could line pockets or bags with the wip shirt. Be less of a headache I'm thinking. I absolutely love the jumpsuit you were wearing! You look gorgeous in it.
Oh bless you!
Yes you are right - it would be far less hassle to make him the McCalls one. And let’s face it I’m more likely to make him a shirt using that pattern than trying to make up a new one 🙈🙈🙈
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What a great video! I would get very stressed if I had a lot of WIPs (I have one dress that has been in the naughty corner a long time, and I need to deal with it soon.. :)), but I really admire people who can do what you just did: deciding to let go of projects that you know will not be finished. I don't think I could muster that kind of determination. I think it is a very sound plan to dinish one WIP after a finished project. Good luck! Please let us know how you get on.
Thank you - in all fairness I have been wanting to “get rid” of some of those projects in such a long time, but haven’t had the nerve to before. It just got to the stage of enough is enough 😂.
Since recording this video I have already working my way though most of the repairs - it’s so satisfying ticking it all off 😂🤭
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Hi Angela. Don't beat yourself up over WIPs. I'm like you too! I have a pile of started/unfinished projects. I think it goes hand in hand with having a busy, creative mind😊.
I wonder if you have seen 'So Carole' on YT? She has a wheel of fate that determines her next project. You could do that for your WIPs!
Love your videos. Thank you x
Aaahh thank you so much - I think you are right - my head whirls with ideas - and I can't wait to start the next thing - lol!!!
I love that idea - I might give that a go!
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Hi Angela, I agree with you that you should do a WIP then a new make as a kind of reward and it’ll spur you on, you don’t have that many really. I couldn’t cope with having WIP’s, I have to finish a project before I can start another but I’m relatively new to sewing. ❤❤
Well I think if you can stay doing one project at a time - that is much much better - I would like to say once I’ve cleared my WIPs I won’t get back into this position again 😬 we will see 😂🙈
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I’ve got a few WIP’s in my stash but they are mainly not completed because they either would not fit me now or I don’t love the fabric any more 😢 Maybe I should be brave & just get rid of it’s not serving a purpose
Great vlog Angela, I enjoyed your thought process
It’s so hard isn’t it to know what is the right thing to do when it comes to WIPs you have maybe fallen out of love with.
I believe that if you got rid of them - you wouldn’t give them another thought once they were gone - it’s just being brave enough to get rid of them in the first place 🙈
Good luck deciding 🥰
Hi. I like everything you have going on as projects. I love the bra you are making and I would love to see that finished as you don’t get to see many people make there own bras on TH-cam😘
Thank you so much ☺️ no I think you’re right you don’t see many bras on here 🤔
I will try to finish it for sure!
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Great vlog and inspiring to sort out our WIPs. Perhaps challenge yourself to finish a WIP each week if they are quick and also write down in your daily to do jobs list will help - this helps me. Definitely finish your lovely bra - so gorgeous. Interested to buy your Matcha blouse what size is cut out. I love the oversized fit.
Please post your shirt sew a long if you can as never made a shirt with collar. Thanks Angela xx
I'm like Rachel, one WIP type of person otherwise I'd be really stressed. However, I can understand how others prefer to have a few things on the go.
It's very kind of you to do the fixing jobs for your friends but I like your friend's suggestion on how to say no. In Friends there's an episode where Phobe's reply to Ross asking for help was: "I wish I could but I don't want to". I'd love to be brave enough to use that line one day 😂😂
He he he - I love that - can you imagine if I said that to someone, lol 😂 Aahh that’s made me giggle!!!
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Yes the back of the door that’s my downfall for my wip stuff 🇦🇺💗
😂😂🙈🙈 oh that back of door 🤭 xx
I find it so hard to say no to friends and family too! I just think they don’t realise how much time and effort sewing takes (and it’s quite stressful doing for other people!). I know it sounds mean but I just don’t enjoy it.
But thanks Angela, you have encouraged me to go to WiP box later today and make decisions. Would love to see your coatigan finished - waiting until Autumn is the answer. Good luck. 🤞🏻
I think as sewers we think we are mean saying no to friends, but really they are being mean to us by asking us to work for free. Next time someone asks, maybe you could tell them “you wouldn’t believe how many friends ask me to repair clothes, and I’ve decided to say no because I hate doing repairs/alterations and it makes me resent my friend which isn’t good is it”. Then tell the where the nearest high street repair business is. Any repairs you’ve got waiting to do, I’d be tempted to hand them back unfinished, simply say I’ve just not got round to your mending, I think it would be best if you take it to the alterations shop, as it’s never going to make it to the top of my mending pile.
Oh my goodness you do not sound mean at all - I think this is how most people feel about it!!
Aahh thank you so much 🥰❤️
I think this is such great advice - thank you 🥰❤️
@@Julie-uh6wf great ideas 👍
I’d just get rid of the things you don’t love - they’re taunting you but once they’ve gone you’ll soon forget them. No point wasting time and emotional energy on something you’ll never wear and it’ll clog up your brain and your sewing space. Charity shops might be able to use them. Have you got a sewing buddy who could come round and sew with you? You could have a wips session or even sew each other’s? I’m hopeless at throwing things out, but got together with friends and we all made pouffes together to use up the scraps - it was really fun and very inexpensive as it was zero waste. … and we all love our pouffes 😅. Good luck and enjoy yourself ❤ xx
I couldn’t agree with you more about just getting rid, and the items taking up head space!
I think a sewing session of WIPs with a friend is a genius idea! Thank you 🥰❤️
Just an idea for the shirt pattern. Could you use an existing shirt pattern ( cheap one from charity shop?) and then put your shirt fabric pieces on the paper pattern pieces and cut the paper to match the fabric pieces? Hope that makes sense - just thought it might be quicker than drawing all the pieces out on new paper.
Oh my goodness- that’s genius!!!! Yes great idea - Thank you 🥰
Hi Angela! I despise doing mending and or fixing things! And I do not like fixing things for other people. To me it’s more difficult to fix apparel than make something new. 🙃
Oh my goodness you are 100% right! Just can’t stand fixing things!!! 😂🥰
The lovely green fabric would make a fantastic bag lining, then it can be recycled/reused😊😊
Great idea! Thank you 🥰
Don’t throw the sew over it trousers that you love. Use the fabric to make facings and pocket bags on other projects so that you keep a little of that good feeling of your first successful pair of trousers in new garments. I’ve made the Norma blouse and it does feel a little low, but not too bad. You can add some front and back waist darts to take it in a little around the waist and you could wear it with a cami underneath. It’s a lovely blouse.
I have 2 WIPs and am currently working on one of them. I’d made it up into a skirt a couple of years ago which was badly drafted so as I had quite a large piece left I unpicked the first skirt reused as much as I could for another skirt which I am currently working on. Must say I feel a bit meh about it but shall see how I go. I’ve also got a half finished plain navy dress so shall get that done next.
I hate having WIPs hanging about and usually get each project done and finished before starting another but sometimes you start something and can tell it’s not going to be what you imagined.
That’s such a great idea re using the trouser fabric for pocket linings etc. I am going to do this - thanks for the tip - love it!
Good luck with your skirt - and hope it works out for you - I know what you mean about feeling meh about a project!!
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I call my WIPs “Timeouters”. Haha Somehow that name makes me feel better. 😘
Love that! That’s so funny!!! 😆 ❤️
I often just don’t tell people ‘I made it’ so then they won’t ask me to make one for them!
Such a good idea - but sad too
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As for the men's shirt, if you have a men's shirt pattern I would put the RTW shirt over the pattern and make the adjustments so half the work is already done and you have saved the alterations on paper for when you are ready to sew it. I probably wouldn't finish the Norma blouse, I've been there where I have to let it go even though I love the fabric and pattern but the fit doesn't work for me. Thanks for the video!
That’s such a great idea to lay the shirt pieces over the pattern! Great idea thank you 🥰❤️
I have the same problem with WIPS so what I have been doing is for every 2 new projects I tackle a wip
Such a good approach 🥰❤️
I’m one of those “one project at a time” people.
That’s so fab - that’s my aim 😂🙈🥰
My friend asked me to turn up some lined curtains !!!! I politely declined saying curtains weren’t my thing 😅 other wise I have to say I almost always finish a project.
Well done you for declining - I find that so hard 🙈😂 but I’m going to try in the future!!
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You don't need to recreate the pattern for your husband's shirt. Once it's ironed, you already have the pattern pieces in fabric, since you unpicked it. You just need to remember to cut a seam allowance for it.
Aahh yes ofcourse- that makes sense! Thank you 🥰
I’m not gonna lie… this stressed me out so much 😂😂😂😂😂 but great to see your thought process. I would never judge x
Loving the outfit you’re wearing too ❤
😂😂😂 I did wonder if you would come out in a cold sweat watching it 🤣🙈
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Great vlog and something I am doing at the moment is finish a WIP or using up left over fabric to make a cami or Ashton top and I’m loving getting down the pile and am going to encourage myself to not let them build up again. I think it’s a great idea for you to tackle one after you finish a project and don’t think you have that many as some of them are quick sews.
For me i think the Norma blouse won’t be a favourite in your wardrobe if you do finish it so might let that go. I would definitely finish the saltwater slip top, I am tempted to get that pattern myself now, thank you! Yes also to the Jessie. Coatigan but agree finish that in the autumn I think you will love it and I do have that pattern so might make it myself after seeing yours. Cobra Libra is a no for me 😊 re your bra, do you have Craftsy? As Alison Smith has a lovely class on lingerie and will help you finish that. It is so lovely and needs to be worn! I applaud you for your pile that you will ditch and agree with you. I think you will feel so much better when you see the pile reduce. Such a great conversation piece and I am definitely being more mindful about what I sew to make sure it doesn’t end up in a similar pile ❤
Aahh that’s so great that you are working your way through your pile. The saltwater is a lively pattern and definitely can be a top or dress.
I will absolutely go back to the voatagan in Autumn.
Oh no I don’t have craftsy- but I will look into that.
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Do not get rid of the Norma blouse. Finish it and you might like it. It looks good like others say in the comments. With mending the unpicking takes all the boring time. before accepting the job, ask the recipient to do the unpicking first. Some of the mending won’t even come to you as they won’t even be bothered doing that. I don’t feel so bad now. I may have about 8 UFOs and 3 cut outs not started. I don’t count the cut outs.
No I don’t count cut outs either 😂
That’s such a good idea - I will do that in the future and see if that stops people asking me in the future 😂😂😂
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My daughter in law, being bridesmaids for her brother’s new bride, asked me if I could take up her bridesmaid dress, 3 layers, in filmy fabric. I was freaking out as I don’t like sewing that kind of fabric, so I went to our local seamstress and got a quote! About $80 for each under skirt and $120 for top layer! So I rang her and said I can’t handle this fabric and I have a seamstress that will do it for you and quoted the price. She suddenly remembered that where they got the dresses will do but also charge, but half the price!
Oh my goodness!!! That was quite a big ask. Good for you getting quotes and giving it back. I'm so glad you did!
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Love your vlogs ❤.
Just a quick question, I live in North Devon, and there aren't any sewing groups near me. Do you have any near you? I attend the Virtual sewing room but it would be lovely to meet like-minded people in person 😊
Hia - yesss Make in Plymouth have sewing social days.
This Thursday evening they are holding a fabric and pattern swap evening :
www.makeat140.co.uk/pages/summer-sewing-destash-party
I’m going along to it - I think it should be fun xx
Could the over sized blouse be altered to make a PJ top to match your robe?
Hhhmmm that’s a good thought - I will have a play with it and see - thank you 🥰❤️
I suggest you finish a couple of the fast ones, and things for others. Then you won’t have things hanging over your head so to speak. I don’t like WIPs in general. However when I have something to do for someone else, I really don’t like seeing it sitting there. I feel great when I’ve cleared them.
I have had a good old go at clearing a few things since recording this video - and it does feel much better. I've slowed down again - so need to give myself another little push!! 😂
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Shirt..yes. At least draw a pattern of it. It fitted so well.
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Maybe smallest first to the largest and don’t start anything else until all cleared and finished completely
Yes that’s a good idea - thank you 🥰❤️
Your Pille is wow a rot smaller! Brave you. In my cupboard is a bra-kit top, for almost four years. Otherwise I#m a one make at a time...
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You could finish the wips in bags and donate them
I would love to watch the men’s shirt sew along
Yes that’s definitely a possibility 🥰
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What size is the abandoned Matcha top? I'd be happy to take that one on if it would fit me and if not and you no longer like it would you be happy to destash the pattern to me? Many thanks...
Oh yes absolutely - are you on instagram? Probably the best way to contact me and we can try and sort something out. Thank you 🥰❤️
@@DevonThreadTales Yes on Insta - just seen this so will respond there tomorrow! Thank you...
Hi there is a sew a long for the mara bralette, on TH-cam xx
I'll check it out! There might be? Great suggestion 🥰
i think you should set aside the time and just do it . finish as much as you can before you start anything else. think of the peace of mind you will have. like exercise, just do it.
Ha ha I live this - Just Do It!!! Brilliant 🤩 🥰
Please post your shirt sewalong
I have been waiting for it for months 😂 Kelly xxx
Oh my goodness - I’m so sorry, I will post it 🥰
@@DevonThreadTales awww thank you xxx
@17:05 finish it as is and donate it to a women's shelter, let someone else enjoy it. Don't waste your life unpicking and rejiggering it, it probably won't make it thru the process very well.
So true - that’s a good idea 👍🏼
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I have never cloned a RTW garment so I don't know the process but why would you transfer the pattern pieces of your husband's shirt on paper? If I understood correctly, you unpicked and marked all the pieces. I would iron them and file them with my patterns. When you find a nice fabric, all you need to do is use the fabric pattern pieces and you'll have a great present for your husband.
The Norma blouse: you could sew the back pleat closed, that will take a little volume off. As for the v in the front, it has always looked deep on other people too. It would look good with a little top underneath.
I have 5 ufo's and boy do they take up space, both physically as well as mentally. I really must get them done 🤦
I hadn’t thought about that re the shirt - that’s such a good idea.
Yeah I’m still on the fence about the normal blouse - I’ll have a think about it!
Hey why not pick up just one UFO and finish it 😉
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Toss your husband’s shirt!
😂😂😂ok
I avoid ALL outfits that zippers have to be in, too many cheap zippers being nass produced, crappy quality
Good plan 👍🏼