30/30 Sewing Challenge - Wrap Up

I'm so glad that I joined the 30/30 Sewing Challenge because it has really encouraged me to get some sewing done. After dragging out my fabric stash and pairing up those pieces that popped out at me, I've been able to get more focused. Usually I like to jump into large projects that are really a bit over my head but this year things just weren't moving along as usual. So, I changed my plan of attack. I decided to focus on smaller, individual piece projects.

Here's what I accomplished this month:

1. Super simple yellow knit top
2. Black linen pencil skirt
3. Geometric canvas bucket bag

The reason that I chose these projects is because of this image:

In addition to that I also made:

1. Striped Cotton Voile Cowl-neck Top
2. Micro Neck Scarf
3. Retro Wrap Dress

Amazingly enough, breaking my projects down and taking them one little piece at a time, without committing to the entire group all at once, has helped me accomplish my much bigger goal for the month... a complete outfit including accessories! I give credit to Sarah over at Berry Barn Designs for hosting the 30/30 Sewing Challenge and giving me that push I needed to get off my couch. :)

Unfortunately, I failed the challenge miserably. Not only did I not sew for 30 minutes for myself every day, I didn't get the first two items finished on my list. Lol, I didn't even make any progress on them.... or purchase the remaining supplies that I need to continue.

Oh well, I had a blast with the challenge anyway. I read about the progress of so many wonderful projects and saw the most amazing quilts. Some of the projects were so inspiring that I have decided to try some quilting myself. I don't think that I'll jump in with a king size bed quilt or anything but a nice applique pillow is doable, I think. ;)

I hope Sarah decides to have another challenge! Thanks so much Sarah and thanks to everyone else who stopped by and encouraged me in my own sewing adventures. :)