DIY Tag

Over the last two years I've been letting my creative juices flow. Sewing is not only a hobby, but a way of life for me. There is nothing more rewarding like having the ability to create. And in the world of fashion where mass fashion dominates an industry where individuality comes far and few in between; sewing provides the flexibility to create garments that are not only one-of-a-kind, but most importantly---custom to my own body type. Today, I've highlighted some of my favorite DIY garments. Clearly this is going to be a multi part series since I have so many sewn garments, many of which I have yet to share with you guys. So stay tuned for more on the...

It is such a wonderful feeling to be able to make garments tailored to your own body type. I mean, let's face it---my body shape isn't cookie-cutter and made suitable for those garments fresh off the wracks. How is that for ready-to-wear? I mean this 34-28-40 frame simply does not fit in the standard skirts, pants and dresses. Yes a size 4-6 sounds about right, but the measurements tell a much more important story. Just ask my hips. They can't lie. LOL. I was so excited when I made this pencil skirt simply because it required much needed tailoring to by body. And my fellow seamstresses know the difficult task of having to tailor your own garments. A couple stitches,...