I like patterns…I like to have a lot of patterns. Some of them I have made up and others are still patiently waiting for their turn. When I shared the pictures of my new sewing space, my patterns could been seen in neat little plastic totes. Looks good right?
Yeah weeeell….. here is the reality
….and this really isn’t as bad as things usually get.
When I’m looking for a pattern or I am trying to decide which pattern to use, I make a big mess and it’s never contained to my sewing space. No. I like to spread the love and spread it all over the family room coffee table. And sofa. And couch. And floor.
So,while perusing Pinterest yet again for inspiration… it occurred to me, ” Why don’t I have a board for my patterns?”. Yeah, why don’t I? Well, now I do. You can go see it here.
I couldn’t find all my patterns and so I had to upload some of them myself. It is not quite finished but I am well on my way. I would like to go back and mark each pattern pin and indicate whether or not I have made it or not. That should help me bust this pattern stash to bits! Kapooow!
The entire project may have taken some time to do but was worth it. I can now go to this board and view all of my patterns at once. During the process, I was also able to evaluate what I had in my collection and whether I needed it or not. I have a few that I would like to share with you. They are all uncut patterns and in great condition. I just can’t see myself making them anytime soon.
Newlook 6647(size8-18) Newlook 6023(size 6-16)
Butterick 5277 (size 14-20) Vogue 8491(size 6-12)
It will be first come first serve for these patterns, so if you would like to add any of these to your collection just leave me a comment with your email and choice of pattern, then I will get it off to you! No matter where in this world you sew your stuff!
And here I was trying to limit my time on Pinterest…great idea Margo!
Holy moly what a good idea!! And if you have the app on your phone you can easily access them while shopping so you don't buy the same pattern twice like I have!
"Go and look at Pinterest!" ~ You don't have to ask me twice!! What a great idea to organise your patterns … J
What a great idea. I had been wondering about ways to "catalog" my patterns without having to actually photograph those envelopes! Duh! Now that I think about it, maybe I'll organize them along with my books in Library Thing.
What a fabulous idea! I'm going to have to copy that too! I'd love the vogue pattern. Are you sure you want to part with it?
AHA!! It's not just me!! I'm so glad you posted this! My patterns always seem to find their way into my living room too…and depending on my creative process and other activities, they don't always get put away right away. I love your idea to catalogue the patterns!
Absolutely! It's all yours!
Just email me your postal address at prettygirlbymargo@gmail.com.
Yes yes yes! Or to match up that fabric, I'm dying to buy but feel I should have a plan for, with a pattern I already have.
Pinterest can be such a time sucker!! Thanks Sue.
Thanks Judith!
Nope it's not just you!
That's also a great idea!
I just recently discovered your blog. I have enjoyed reading it. I would love the New Look 6023.
I would love Newlook 6023. Is it still available.
Thanks! Please email me your postal address at prettygirlbymargo@gmain.com and I will get that off to you!
Oh so sorry, it's been called for….
What a great idea, my patterns seem to end up all over the house too! You've inspired me to make my own pattern board. Thanks!
Pam pamcooksnow@yahoo.com
10:03 PM (14 hours ago)
to me
Hi Margo,
I'd love the butterick if it's still available (the vogue and new look were awesome too!!)
I'm in California…is that too far away to mail to?
No problem! It's all yours!
What a great idea, Margo! I have a pinterest board somewhere but I don´t know how to use it, really…it will be a lot of fun looking at your patterns!!
Awesome Idea!
I'm going to make one for my stash of patterns.
Fun!!
this is a terrific idea! Pinterest is my absolute very favourite time-waste 😉