I couldn't wait to try out some 1940s silhouettes and get sewing! So, I self-drafted an a-line skirt. There are many tutorials online on how to draft an a-line skirt. What might help you if you are drafting your own, is to know how much ease you need. The fabric I chose has...

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Step 5 of our plan is deciding how much of each item you actually need and build a capsule. Also think about what colour the items are and how they work together. Tiffany Fall / Winter Capsule Right now, I plan on using a lot of items I already have so that I...

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For Step 4 of the Spiffy Wardrobe Plan, we look back to our Pinterest pins and see what accessories we need for our wardrobes. Tara's Wardrobe, as we saw when looking at colours and textures, has lots of leather and plaids. Most of the leather was the accessories. For accessories, she has chosen:...

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Step 4: Shoes and Accessories For this step, we have a look back at our Pinterest boards or wherever we have collected our inspiration to see what are the must have accessories and footwear to complete our looks. Tiffany's Wardrobe My 1940s inspired wardrobe makes it easy to see what kind of accessories...

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Now to do Step 3 of the Spiffy Wardrobe Plan for Tara's wardrobe. For this step, we explore colour and textures. Looking at her Pinterest board, these are the main colours. taupe-brown / navy / olive / black cranberry / emerald / pine / camel grey / ivory / periwinkle / khaki Many...

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Step 3: Pick colours and textures. Explore prints and solids. "Clothing Construction and Wardrobe Planning" by Lewis et al. (1957) Look back at your Pinterest Board or Instagram Collection. What colours, patterns, and textures are common? What colours are the main pieces (like pants and jackets)? What colours are the blouses and other...

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For Step 2, we are looking at Shapes and Silhouettes. Looking at Tara's Pinterest board, you can see a pattern in the shapes she wants: A-line or soft gathered skirts and dresses Loose jogger style shorts/capris/pants Fitted t-shirts Looser blouses that are tucked in Pant and skirt waists are a bit below the...

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Step 2: Review Themes and Silhouettes For this next step, look back at your Pinterest Board and/or existing wardrobe. What outfit combinations did you like? What silhouettes are common. Tiffany's Wardrobe It is easy to see the 1940s silhouettes in what I was picking. Here are some common garment characteristics: High waists Fitted...

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My sister is also taking part in the Spiffy Stitches Wardrobe Planning Guide! Here is her work from Step 1. Step 1: What are you Wardrobe Requirements and Aspirations? What are your inspirations and what are your realities? Think about what clothing gets you excited. But, also think about what tasks you do in...

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Introducing the Spiffy Stitches Wardrobe Planning Guide Here we go! No time like the present to get started on planning my next wardrobe. Step 1: What are you Wardrobe Requirements and Aspirations? What are your inspirations and what are your realities? Think about what clothing gets you excited. But, also think about what...

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There are so many good reasons to plan a wardrobe! Save time and money While it may seem counter intuitive, you can save a lot of time by planning a wardrobe first. Sure, you could run out to the store and buy whatever looks good. And yeah, you could sew that new hit...

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