Mid-Year's resolutions

This year I made several half-hearted resolutions at New Year, none of which have as yet been followed through on. Of these, there were a few that stood some sort of chance: to start a blog, give myself a wardrobe overhaul, and do more sewing. Why not do all three at once, I thought. As it does every year, summer weather brings new energy and inspiration for sewing, and so the wardrobe blitz begins... with a few goals!

• Work with vintage patterns and styles. I have a love of 1950s styles in particular, yet have never worked with any true vintage patterns, only ever modern ones. Let's face it- it's just not the same.
• Stash Bust!! I have too much fabric. This is a fact. It's about time I got through some of it I think, preferably without adding more to it as I go.
• More dresses. Jeans and scruffy tshirts are not an attractive look, and do nothing for your self-image.
• Wear my work. I have too many things I have made and never worn