09 Jan Introducing the 2015 RTW Fasters!
This year the 2015 RTW Fasters are going at it alone, but I would hardly call them a ship without a rudder!
It is truly a thrill to sponsor this group of new and returning RTW Fasters on the blog.
Why sew rather than buy clothes for one year?
I started my first Ready to Wear Fast in 2011 to save money, but the RTW Fast led me on an interesting journey of self discovery and enlightenment. No doubt I improved my sewing skills, but the fast led me to experiment with new styles and colors, develop a sense of discipline and a sense of freedom. I emerged as a more thoughtful consumer and yes, I saved a lot of money too 😉
My second RTW Fast was more of a challenge due to time constraints and pre-determined garments, but I successfully completed the year.
I congratulate this diverse group of women who share a common goal, and know their journeys will be unique. A special congratulations to the women returning for a third fast who are noted on the 2015 RTW Fasters’ page!
You are invited to follow their sewing experiences HERE and cheer them on through the year!
Until soon 🙂
Myra
Posted at 12:53h, 09 JanuaryGood luck to you all that have joined the RTW 2015 fast!
Jessica
Posted at 12:59h, 09 JanuaryThanks Sarah and Myra! Good luck to everyone doing the fast this year and I look forward to getting to know you all and seeing your creations x
Marla Cooprider
Posted at 14:17h, 09 JanuaryLooking forward to following along. Would like to participate but family obiligations prevent me from committing to the challenge. But striving to make more and more of my own clothes! Good luck, ladies! 🙂
Joy Bernhardt
Posted at 14:24h, 09 JanuaryI have already completed a really wild, bold skirt. Will post pics when I get the top done. Otherwise, it looks pretty crazy.
MaryEllen
Posted at 14:35h, 09 JanuaryGood luck to all of you. It was a wonderful experience last year & I look forward to seeing all your creations . It’s a wonderful self journey !!!! Sarah you have no idea how admired you are , many thanks
MaryEllen
ingeborg
Posted at 15:13h, 09 JanuaryI would like to sign up, but don’t know where to join. I sew, knit sculpt, paint, but hi-tech skills are iffy. thanks for info.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 15:39h, 09 JanuaryPlease send your name, photo and blog or online photo address to goodbyevalentino@gmail.com.
Thanks!
Virginia
Posted at 15:18h, 09 JanuaryBest wishes 2015 Fasters. I will enjoy watching your progress and will continue to be inspired by all of you.
Vernelle Nelson
Posted at 15:43h, 09 JanuaryI’m almost finished with my first outfit for 2015. My goal is to take the time to post as projects are finished… which I didn’t do last year.
Susan Johnson
Posted at 15:53h, 09 JanuaryAll the best to you ladies. I enjoyed doing the fast last year as it forced me to boost my wardrobe in the midst of sewing for a myriad of clients. This year, I have some huge projects planned, so I don’t know if I’ll be able to commit, but I will get a few pieces made for a few events I’ll be attending. Thank you for your support and for the inspiration. Peace!
Katy
Posted at 16:14h, 09 JanuarySarah, I started following your blog during your first ready to wear fast.
Last year you motivated me to start a fast of my own…sorely disappointed by the quality of ready made clothes along with a small yearly clothing budget, I began buying clothes only at thrift stores, etsy, eBay, etc. I was able to buy designer clothes both recent and vintage of the highest quality and classic styling at a fraction of their cost.
Last November my world expanded with your cashmere refashion. I had recently purchased a like new Ralph Lauren cashmere tunic sweater for $4.99 that was too big. This month I plan to refashion the sweater using your blog as I guide. I would love to expand my sewing ability to include more alterations and refashioning.
Thanks to you and all the RTW fasters for inspiring me…who knows where it will lead!
Elaine Sweet
Posted at 17:52h, 09 JanuaryWow! What an amazingly adventurous group of sewists, Maybe O can join you next year as I’m just beginning to get to sewing and need top clear my schedule a bit before I can commit. Good luck to all!
Martha Ann Murray
Posted at 23:58h, 09 JanuaryIs it too late to sign up for the 2015 RTW fast? Can’t sew until March but have lots planned!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 01:53h, 10 JanuaryWould love for you to sign up! The point is NOT to shop for one year and SEW your clothes instead. Send your email to goodbyevalentino@gmail.com
Christine Gibbons
Posted at 00:57h, 10 JanuaryI love following you on this wonderful blog. I am going to do my best and sew for myself this year. Thank you for all you share.
Linda M
Posted at 08:05h, 10 JanuaryLots of luck (and sewing time) to everyone! and Thank you Sarah!
Toni
Posted at 22:46h, 11 JanuaryI completed my first image of 2015: a Marlborough bra by Orange Lingerie. Photos are on my Pinterest page under my name, Toni Spiliakos.
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Nicki
Posted at 23:28h, 15 JanuaryI would love to join in officially, I kind of have a lifelong commitment to this, and this year I am also not buying any new fabric that isn’t grown and made within a 500km radius. To make an outfit. All other sewing will be from the stash or sourced second hand. I think the two challenges work nicely together 🙂
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:38h, 16 JanuaryNicki,
Send your photo and blog or online photo album address to goodbyevalentino@gmail.com
ThreadLover
Posted at 22:44h, 17 JanuaryI’d love to join!
I started doing this towards the end of last year. In fact, last year, I only purchased one pair of pants for myself. I want to get back to designing/sewing all my own clothing again. I used to do that in my twenties and early thirties.
I love to sew, but I normally end up sewing for family or making costumes for various theater productions. It’s a shame really, I have several lovely machines.
Well, towards the end of last year, I said I need to bring myself into that equation. I rarely purchase items for myself, because I’m super picky. Since my commitment, I’ve already made two outfits for myself and I’m working on a knit maxi dress over my three-day weekend.
Digs
Posted at 17:28h, 17 FebruaryA little late on the uptake, but can I possibly join the 2015 RTW fast too?
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 11:35h, 19 FebruaryPlease send your information to goodbyevalentino@gmail.com 🙂
Sarah Wilson
Posted at 18:08h, 18 FebruaryGood luck to everyone for this challenge.
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