I was hit with the design bug the other day. I just happened to be online window shopping at this store called Forever 21. I found 60% of the tops to be completely great (if not reeking of "Hi, I'm made in a sweatshop overseas"), but quickly realized that the name of the store, while sounding like it would be for anyone over 21 wishing to remain young and hip, is really one of those Seventeen magazine deals, where it's really appealing to 15 year olds wanting to look 21.
I forged on though because the tops were so cute.
I forged on though because the tops were so cute.
Like this one:
And these...the yellow is so great. I think the one on the left is linen. If it had a wide collar-band, I'd really love it. I started sketching out pattern pieces instantly.
Then, I saw this shirt:
...and fell in love! I knew it was well out of my design skills, but the nearest store is 3 hours away. Can I really drive there? Buying these clothes from the online store is just asking for a return hassle. But trying to make them could be even more soul crushing.
In any event, I think the whole point of this post is to show this video:
A Shirt Story
Then, I saw this shirt:
...and fell in love! I knew it was well out of my design skills, but the nearest store is 3 hours away. Can I really drive there? Buying these clothes from the online store is just asking for a return hassle. But trying to make them could be even more soul crushing.In any event, I think the whole point of this post is to show this video:
A Shirt Story
Because, this is what I'm afraid my sewing skills will result in! (Sorry, I wanted to embed the video but it was a no go)
