Me Made May 2018

I survived my first Me Made May! 

I thought it would be a breeze because 99% of what I make is for myself. 

I quickly realized, however, that I only had about 15 items that would work. Some of my me-made items only work in the fall and winter due to material or color. I was much more limited than I thought, so first thing I did the night before May 1st was make a new top. 

Here are the photos I got each day of my me-made items, from the 1st to the 31st: 

I had a lot of repeats, and five of the items were made during the month of May. 

My goal for the month was to wear one me-made item each day.

Im really glad I followed through with it because it pushed me to get creative some days and it motivated me to make more.

I've come away from this experience with a new goal (one I've never considered before): I want to have a 100% handmade wardrobe someday soon.

The Plantain Tee

I have recently been introduced to the world of pdf patterns. This is the first pdf pattern I've used, and it was a success! 

I came across it in my search for a free pattern to try out. Deer & Doe has beautiful patterns and their plantain tee pattern is free! They have a few dress patterns I'm excited to try. 

Pattern all printed, taped and cut! A new process for me, but definitely has its benefits

I put this top together the night before May 1st because I knew I wanted to wear me-made items each day of May, but I didn't have enough to get me through the whole month! 

I wore it on May 1st to kick off me made may!

I used a blue knit from Joann Fabrics. 

I love how this top fits. It is fitted but not too tight. I need some more basics in my wardrobe, so this was the perfect addition. 

My vision-impared mom took these photos. Pretty good, right?!