ABC Pattern Stash Challenge!
Spring is here, and that is getting me SO motivated to do all the things! I do find that that is a bit too broad for me, so I decided to set up a challenge for myself to finally start tackling my pattern stash. Say hello to the ABC Pattern Stash Challenge!
My stash is filled with near 150+ patterns which I have been slowly sewing through. However, picking and choosing patterns as I fancy really depends on my mood, and in all honesty slows down my ability to actually try all my patterns at least once.
I took some time recently to catalog all of the patterns I currently own and I had no idea how many I actually had. This cataloging is what finally made me decide I needed to really start sewing what I have before buying any more patterns! I can tell when I have sewn something in my database because I like to change the picture to one of me in my make. As you can see… I have many more patterns to make. This challenge will at least give me 26 more makes under my belt!
Challenge Rules
I find being a bit under pressure makes me more motivated and successful, so I want to impose some rules and guidelines for this challenge. Now, I will be following these myself, however you could cater the challenge to what works for you.
- Sew at least two patterns per week. This keeps the challenge to around 13 weeks, vs 26 if I did one a week. The more I can do, the better! But I think two a week is a very attainable goal.
- Sew at least one pattern from each letter of the alphabet that is in your stash.
- If you do not have a pattern for a particular letter, make two of another letter to still end up with 26 total patterns sewn.
- (NOT REQUIRED) Or you can purchase a pattern that starts with the letter you are missing.
- Try not to sew the same type of pattern (a similar dress, a tank top, etc….) in consecutive makes. Though if it cannot be helped, just keep sewing 🙂
These are just some loose rules I am giving myself. If you want to do a similar challenge, but want to change up a few rules, go for it!
Patterns I will be making!
I will be posting each pattern for this challenge separately, but I will also list them here so you can follow along!
J. Jersey Skirt – Ellie and Mac
K. Kira tank and Dress – Sonia Estep Designs
L. Lily Dress – Sonia Estep Designs
M. Moxi Shorts – Green Style Creations
N. North Shore swimsuit – Green Style Creations
O. Ollie Bomber Jacket – Sew a Little Seam
P. Pumpkin Spice Dolman – P4P
Q. Quinn Top and Dress – M4m
R. Rebekah – Sonia Estep Designs
S. Stride Tights – Green Style Creations
T. Telluride – Little Lizard King
U. Undercover Hoodie – Ellie and Mac
V. Vermont Cardigan – Pattern Niche
W. Whisper Blouse – Wardrobe by Me
X. Xpress Tank – Greenstyle Creations
Y. Yasmin Dress – Sinclair Patterns
Z. Zenith Hoodie – Pattern Niche
Want to Join the Challenge?
This challenge is something I am starting kind of selfishly so that I can actually try to make one of every pattern I own. However, am hoping others will take part in it as well! Want to follow along and help hold me accountable? Subscribe to my blog, or follow my social media to see all my ABC Challenge Makes for this challenge! If you want to join in as well, use one of the following hashtags and go get sewing!
#ABCPatternStashChallenge
#theLilacNeedlePSC
#abcPSC
Let me know in the comments if you’ll be following along or joining in! What will your first pattern be if you are joining me?!
