Last year, I pared my 3 boxes of fabric down to 2. This year, I plan to bring the 2 boxes down to 1. It’s likely that many of the projects will be historical clothing and home goods. I’ve already gone through and started planning out a couple of the garments that I can make with what is available to me.

I am looking forward to using these materials to improve my skills and increase the number of historical garments I own, particularly the under-pinnings and pieces that don’t necessarily take the spotlight, but make the entire ensemble cohesive.

(And about my calico dress, it is hanging right now to stretch the fabric so I may hem it soon.)