This dress takes sewing local just about as far as I can (without weaving fabric myself!). The pattern was designed in Durham; I purchased the fabric and pattern in Durham; I sewed it up in Durham; and I took blog pictures in Durham.
Over the weekend, I had two friends over for a sewing night. They both have a pretty vintage style and are well-versed in vintage patterns. I figured there was no better time to make my first vintage pattern!
My goal for Me Made May 2019 was to wear only me-made clothes, with 3 exceptions: athletic socks, athletic swimsuit, and a bridesmaids dress. I thought that this might be difficult for me, because Me Made May 2019 was my first Me Made May post-grad school, requiring semi-professional clothes on most weekdays. It was also a crazy busy month for me, with personal travel on every weekend. But, I made it through without much struggle!
The other day I saw myself walking into the gym and realized that I was dressed like an elementary school student. I was wearing pink polka-dotted shorts, a t-shirt from elementary school (no lie), and an obnoxious blue UNC headband. The great thing about this look is that no one bothers you while working out, but I decided to put a little more effort into my workout wardrobe. Enter the Tie Back Tank by Greenstyle Creations and a second version of the Simplicity 84244 leggings .
I love trying new underwear patterns. They’re a low commitment in terms of time and cost, and turn into my most worn makes. I’ve tried a ton (7 off the top of my head) of underwear patterns over the past couple of years, but I jumped on the chance to test out another one.
