I did manage to continue my Me-Made experiment through the weekend, although I’m coming to the end of the home-sewn garment collection. I got A LOT of sewing done this weekend, though, and I suspect that trying to wear my own garments every day this month is going to light a fire under my ass.

This skirt is the very first thing I ever sewed, back in, I think, 2006. It’s a very stretchy purple knit skirt with a fold-over waistband. I thought it would be so easy, but little did I know, knits are not easy. To be honest, it wasn’t that difficult, but I did manage to sew the wrong side of the fabric on the outside of the skirt. Ooops. Thankfully, it’s hardly noticeable. In fact, I didn’t notice it until after I’d worn the skirt a few times.

I love this skirt because it’s super comfortable, although it often feels a little too schlumpy to wear to work or anywhere nice.

On Sunday, I wore this little tunic that I made last fall out of an old sheet. This is definitely not a garment that goes out much. It’s strictly for days when I’m home doing chores and puttering around. I drafted the “pattern” from instructions in this random crafting book I have, and did all kinds of weird hacks to get it to fit alright and not look terrible. It’s probably the most ridiculous handmade garment I have, but the fabric is super soft and a great color, so it’s hard to let it go. Whatever. It is great for chore days, because I don’t really mind of it gets messy. It’s almost like an apron, itself. Maybe I should sew some big patch pockets on the front.

Yesterday I worked for awhile on the loose-weave sweater I mentioned a few days ago, and so far…I’m not really sure. It’s kind of huge. And I still don’t know how I’m going to sew those sleeves in. I set the sweater aside and started working on another pencil skirt, and so far, I’m in LOVE with it. I’m hoping to finish it tonight.

And today? The fun continues with my Kiss Me Deadly Pencil Skirt.

This skirt has become one of my wardrobe staples. It’s comfortable, easy to match with anything, easy to wash, and flattering. The waist is a smidge too big, but it still works. Fitting is by far the hardest part about sewing.

Stay tuned tomorrow (I hope) to see something new!