MY SEWING WORLD
by Lisa Comfort
Lisa Comfort gets inspired by one of the most stylish cities in the world to create her capsule wardrobe eBook.
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ctober is here, and for me the onset of autumn months brings mixed feelings. The leaves are turning delicious shades of orange, extra-large mugs of tea are back on my agenda, and, always excitingly, it’s my birthday month. But, as the weather turns chillier, it means I have to pack away my pretty collection of summer dresses and bring out the, how shall I put it, more ‘functional’ stuff! This year, I have endeavored to create a small transitional wardrobe that will take me through autumn in style. I want to think about what I make a little bit more, and create pieces that work for the season, as well as together. Followers of my brand, Sew Over It, will know I love our Betty Dress pattern, and after the release of the add-on pack earlier this year I am now able to add sleeves to my beloved summer favourite so I can keep on wearing her in autumn, too. I am known for having wardrobes jam-packed with me-made clothes (fellow sewists will understand. Have fabric, will sew!). However, I’ve really enjoyed the process of focusing on a few designs and mixing these up through my choice of fabrics.
A NEW ADVENTURE It was whilst I was planning my new slimline wardrobe that I came up with the idea for my new eBook, which we released last month; the first in a series of capsule wardrobe collections. For the next editions I’m thinking Work, Weekend and even Beach, but I began with City Break because I absolutely love long weekends away in Europe. Being in London, we are lucky to be so well positioned for this. Some of the most stunning cities are just a short flight away, so we’re spoilt for choice! With adventures in mind, the City Break Capsule Wardrobe eBook features five sewing patterns to create the ultimate urban explorer’s outfit. You’ll find a chic waterfall jacket, a versatile jersey top and dress, easy-peasy skinny jeans, an elegant shirt which can be lengthened into a dress for the evening, and an Alexa Chung-inspired denim skirt (find part one of our exclusive denim skirt sew along on page 60!).
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“I’ve really enjoyed the process of focusing
on a few designs.” Make your own version of my button-up skirt with our sew along on page 60.
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