Building a Wardrobe

Having a wardrobe that looks good and fits well is an important part of business life. A few years ago it might have been OK to wear almost anything to the office and get away with it. The economy was rolling, money easy, jobs seemed to be easy to find. Not anymore. Looking good with a polished, sophisticated look gets the interview and the call back. It might be easy to put on a tee shirt but a dress or suit that fits well says "I am a professional who takes my job seriously." Finding the right clothes can be difficult and when found can cost a fortune. Sewing your own is a reasonable way to cut costs and still look good. Here are some good patterns that can build a wardrobe that looks professional and still be fashion forward. Now, the beauty of this pattern, Butterick 5188, is a dress that can go from daytime office to date night with different fabric. Cute and stylish, sleeveless it would wonderful on a evening cruise. Add the jacket or shrug to keep the night chill off your arms. Perfect! Change the fabric a little and the evening cocktail dress is now just right for the office or lunch with friends. So many choices from just one pattern! Butterick 4295 is definitely for cooler weather but why stick to sweats when you can look polished and cozy at the same time? With pants, jacket, sweater, and skirt you can make a coordinating wardrobe that will keep you warm and looking good. Both of these patterns, and many more get-ahead-in-business patterns, are available in the GoofingOff.etsy.com and GoofingOff.Artfire.com shops.

Sewing Pattern Giveaway

The month of September is National Sewing Month and to celebrate, the GoofingOff shops of Etsy and Artfire are having a free pattern giveaway. I am offering three patterns to three winners during the month of September. The patterns are in the following categories: Plus Size, Vintage, and Current fashions. All patterns in the giveaway are uncut, complete, with original factory folds. Just add a comment to the blog so I can let you know if you are a winner! Good luck and Happy Sewing!

Vintage Vogue

Vogue patterns are always the most luscious of all sewing patterns available. Whether they feature a picture of a real model or an artist's illustration, the pattern envelope is the most fashionable and beautiful image imaginable. I just love them. Here's the latest listing in the GoofingOff Etsy shop. The pattern is from 1988. It is hard to find and absolutely beautiful.

Vogue Sewing Patterns - Fashion Forward

Vogue patterns have always been considered fashion forward. No matter when the patterns were published, they have always been the most elegant, the most stylish, just the most in the industry. Here's a couple of examples: These patterns are available at http://www.GoofingOff.etsy.com, and remember, buy 3 patterns and shipping's on me!