As we review the entries below, let’s keep in mind my favourite thought when browsing through the shops or magazines, online or physical:
“Why buy when you can make it yourself – better and for less money?”
In no special order, here are the entries:
@raquel_sewing_knitting_in_asia
And another entry from @sewlastminutelisa
@dreamcutsew or Dream. Cut. Sew
Another entry from @raquel_sewing_knitting_in_asia
Another entry from @seamracer or Seam Racer
Emily from the Facebook Designin’ December group
Saba from the Facebook Designin’ December group
@thesewinggoatherd or The Sewing Goatherd
@saminakaty or Sew Everything Blog
Who do you think was most successful in making a DESIGNER COPY of their DESIGNER ORIGINAL?
REMEMBER: Just by participating in DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER you are already a WINNER because you have a Designer Copy – better and for less!
Good luck!
So how to vote? You can vote here for your top FIVE choices. You can also vote on Instagram @nicedressthanksimadeit #designindecembervote2019
You’ve seen the Sewist’s photos above, now pick up to FIVE on the list below. Poll results will be hidden. Poll will be open for one week then the winners will be announced on Friday night, January 10, 2020. In the meantime, VOTE!
HOLD ON! You couldn’t get your sewing and posting done before the DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER 2019 deadline? Let me know and I’ll include you in DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER 2020! (Yes, I will be back again next year! Will you?)
A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS PRIZE SPONSORS! Don’t forget to check them out! You can click on the links hidden in their names and give them some love for their generosity!
Oh! and because it has been driving me absolutely bonkers having 13, I mean how unlucky can you get, not that I’m superstitious, but THIRTEEN, 13, THIRTEEN, prizes, I have upped the Lányos Handmade prizes by one (see below). Now there are 14 FOURTEEN prizes and I can sleep at night! 🙂
- one $25 CAN gift certificate.
Emmaline Bags –
- one free PDF sewing pattern of the winner’s choice,
- one $15 CAN gift card, and
- a second $15 CAN gift card.
That’s THREE PRIZES from their shop, Emmaline Bags!
Helen’s Closet – one free PDF sewing pattern of the winner’s choice from their shop, Helen’s Closet!
Itch to Stitch – one free PDF sewing pattern of the winner’s choice from their shop, Itch to Stitch!
JCV Art Studio – one free copy of the book, “The Unravelling”, with a small pack of matching art cards, from JCV Art Studio (Instagram)!
Lányos Handmade – one free PDF sewing pattern of the winner’s choice, with no expiry date, AND ONE ADDITIONAL free PDF sewing pattern of the winner’s choice, with no expiry date, that makes two prizes for two winners, from the shop, Lányos Handmade!
Skinny Bitch Curvy Chick Patterns – one free PDF sewing pattern of the winner’s choice from their shop, SBCC Patterns!
Sense & Sensibiliity –
- one free ePattern of the winner’s choice,
- another free ePattern of the winner’s choice.
That’s TWO PRIZES from their shop, Sense & Sensibility!
Style Arc – One $50 USD gift voucher for their shop, Style Arc!
Vintage Pattern Lending Library (Etsy) – One $25 USD gift certificate for their shop, Vintage Pattern Lending Library!
WHAT IS THE DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER CHALLENGE?
We have all seen something we LOVE, either in the stores, online or on the runways, but don’t actually want to buy for some reason. So I propose that we sew that garment that we see/want. Now if you are lucky and you already have an exact pattern – either an indie pattern, your own self-drafted pattern, or a “Big 4” pattern, that you can use – then go for it! If you have to alter a pattern that you already have, or draft your own pattern, you can do that too. Whatever works for you. Let’s make what we see and want! (Remember Vintage Designer fashion is allowed too!) Good luck in your search! 😁👍
Show us your Designer Original photo and how you put together your Designer me-made COPY.
“Why buy when you can make it yourself – better and for less money?”
Looking for more ideas? Check out my “DESIGNER FASHION” Pinterest board here, OR on Facebook, join the DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER Group (closed group). Where will you find your inspiration?
How to participate in DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER:
- On your blog post a photo of your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY, mentioning DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER in your post with a link back to here, so other’s can join in.
- OR on IG post a photo of your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY, tagging it #DESIGNINDECEMBER and follow/tag @nicedressthanksimadeit. Don’t forget to follow/tag our wonderful PRIZE SPONSORS!
- OR on Twitter post a photo of your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY, tagging it #DESIGNINDECEMBER and follow/tag @LindaMNicedress.
- OR send your email address to me at imadeit362436 (at) gmail (dot) com and I’ll send you an invite to join the “DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER” Pinterest board here so you can add your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY to the board.
- OR on Facebook, join the DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER Group (closed group). You will be able to post your questions, comments, progress, and your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY. We post inspiration too!
- Don’t forget to leave a comment here on my blog and I’ll post your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY for you on my blog in DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER, with a link back to you – whether you have made it already, are in the process of making it, or plan on making it… let me know!
- Don’t forget to share a comment or two with your other DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER Challengers. Everyone loves comments!
How to be eligible for prizes in DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER:
If you would like a chance to win FAB prizes from our generous sponsors, you’ll need to SHARE your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY with us like this:
- On my blog: Follow “Nice dress! Thanks, I made it!!” and leave a comment that you are joining in and I’ll post your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY for you on my blog in DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER, with a link back to you.
- Then on your blog: post a photo of your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY, mentioning DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER in your post with a link back to here so other’s can join in.
- There’s another chance to win on Instagram: share a photo of your Designer Original and your Designer me-made COPY tagging them #DESIGNINDECEMBER and follow/tag @nicedressthanksimadeit. Don’t forget to follow/tag our wonderful PRIZE SPONSORS!
- After DESIGNIN’ DECEMBER, there will be a vote amongst the blog and Instagram entries. Two possible chances to win, one prize per winner.
Only entries using the above two methods (blog and/or Instagram) will be entered into the competition. Closing date for entries is 31st December 2019 Midnight PST.
Happy Sewing!
I am agog! These are amazing and incredible!
Wow, they are all great and it’s very hard to decide for a favorite. What I find amazing that all the pieces look better than the inspiration. I guess it’s because one sees that they made the modifications to match their very personal style. This post really inspires to sew most often. Happy New Year.
That a very good observation! Thanks for being a great audience member! 😁👍 Happy New Year to you! 🎊🎉