Planning a 10-Piece Capsule Wardrobe

Today I'm sharing my plans for sewing a 10-piece capsule wardrobe.
If you have questions about any of the fabrics or patterns I talked about, just let me know!
Print fabric for my capsule came from: www.etsy.com/shop/StevieSaint...
My color analysis was done by Anni Wickham at www.mycolourstylist.co.uk.
Channels Mentioned:
‪@TomKatStitchery‬
Wikipedia article on Capsule Wardrobes - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capsule...
My Measurements:
Bust = 43"
Waist = 39"
Hip = 46"
Height = 5'6"
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[@helenhamilton9473]

Great plans and look forward to the results! I'm very good at planning but it doesn't always turn out. but I don't really mind because you have to have a plan!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you! I ended up doing 8 of the 10 pieces and calling it a day, as my attention span just couldn't hold out and i wanted to move on to other things. There is a whole playlist on the channel with a video about each finished make if you're interested 😊

[@edinacole6382]

I plan my seasonal sewing too. I use the free Mood Fabric Planner and print line drawings from the patterns (I don’t want to draw/sketch). I’ve been doing this every season for many years now

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Edina, thanks for this suggestion! I do love Mood Fabrics, but I'm not familiar with their planner. Gonna check it out now - thanks again!

[@melaniemurry9734]

I love your color choices and patterns. I have a loose plan for my sewing this year, but am no where near as organized as this. I'm looking forward to seeing the entire capsule made up.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Melanie, thanks so much!!

[@reneelang5714]

I just found your channel and subscribed. I’m looking forward to seeing your new makes.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Renee and Welcome! Thanks for subbing. I'll definitely take you guys along on my capsule journey, it'll be fun!

[@timfowlks6137]

Very inspiring! I do wish you would hold up the patterns long enough for us to actually see them, and even turn them around so we can see the line drawings.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you!

[@mandylavida]

I think your fabric and your choices are spot on. I am in the process of doing something similar in a history bounding direction with my stash,which I am just trying to launder and sort after being flooded out in the early hours of new years day - some are irrevocably stained with mould but , hey! Mock ups! I will be following with interest! Maybe I'll film my progress too....🤔

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Mandy! That sounds like a very fun project. So sorry to hear about the flooding and hopefully not too much was lost. I think you should definitely film your history based capsule!

[@carolreece9950]

Love your plans, looking forward to seeing the end result ❣

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks, Carol!

[@jgiard9030]

I'm inspired to create my own capsule wardrobe. I too, am on a quest to sew down my stash so maybe this is a good way to get started on that.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much for watching! I'll have a video out tomorrow or Weds with my starting yardage and my "rules" for what I'm calling #stashsewdown. Maybe that will be helpful! At least it's good to know we're not alone 😂😊

[@tleanvasner6866]

I really like your methodology! I'm at the beginning of sewing my capsule wardrobe myself, and I'll try to incorporate some of your technics in my process) Thank you for the video, I'm glad I've stumbled upon it)

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much, Tlean! I'm glad it was helpful and I'm excited for your capsule too. I think it'll be a fun process for each of us. Hope your week is going well!

[@DebsWay]

I love your color scheme! I've always been amazed at what outfits people can put together by combining their clothing items in different ways. I don't sew with that in mind -- yet! But when I pack to travel, I pack with that sort of theme in mind. I guess my wardrobe has just always worked that way. Have a great week!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks Deb! I am the same - always have packed that way for traveling and only in recent years started thinking that way in terms of my overall closet. Glad you enjoyed!

[@leebuhr9503]

Hi, I am working towards making my own capsule wardrobe but first trying to find my tnt patterns. I enjoyed your video and it has motivated me further. Thank you. Lee

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Lee, I'm so happy to hear this!!

[@karen2015]

I sort of made a capsule last summer, but I didn't actually call it that. I bought a bunch of knits on sale that all matched each other and made 3 tops and 3 pencil skirts that are all mix & match. I want to do a more cohesive capsule this year and I love the idea of planning it all around a single print.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Karen, thanks so much! I'm glad it was helpful. Maybe you could find a print that goes well with the pieces you've already made. Or start fresh with a new capsule! It's all so fun, isn't it? Hope you have a great week!

[@michelle.z]

You are so organized! So smart to start with a fabulous print to help define your color scheme. I really like the many different fabric types and textures you are using! I haven’t made a capsule before, but you’ve got me really excited thinking about it! Usually if I make 2 pieces that go together I’m impressed with myself 😂

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

LOL!! Me too- two coordinating pieces is a big deal in my sewing world. This capsule is a challenge I've issued to myself and finishing all the pieces will be an accomplishment. Was such fun to plan!

[@pamelaliebelt9967]

Your fabrics look so good together. Great ideas for your wardrobe.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you, Pamela! 😊

[@AuntBecsCreations]

BEAUTIFUL selections! It will make a lovely wardrobe.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks Becky! I think so too!

[@Chericherry4]

Fun ideas

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you!

[@hoosierhandmade22]

Hello, Angela, wow, this is so impressive! I’m so excited to follow along on this journey with you. I love your color scheme, it goes so beautifully with your coloring. This is tempting me to look into capsule wardrobes! Thanks so much for sharing! Happy Sewing❤~Tiffany

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you so much! I’ll definitely be sharing my progress 😊

[@amysheridan4496]

Great plan and I look forward to seeing the capsule come together. I have been using the capsule concept since the late 80’s for buying and planning my wardrobe. Now that I am sewing more it just makes sense to do the same. I can really relate to your comment about watching less KZbin and sewing more 😂😂😂

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Amy, thanks so much for stopping by and for your very nice comment!! So cool that you've been into capsules for a little while now. My sewing has slowed down due to garden season ramping up (it takes over my life pretty much during April and May!) and I'm now working on piece #5 of the capsule. Loved hearing from you!

[@meagantaylor8320]

Thank you for sharing. I think your colours go together beautifully. I look forward to watching your capsule evolve. I love capsules and like you I can spend more time planning and dreaming than actually sewing.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Meagan, thank you so much!

[@amma7244]

Anni wickham did my colours too she’s so thorough it was a game changer.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

She is so great to work with, yes? Loved the process and the outcome. Thanks for sharing!

[@audrey8530]

Great plans for a capsule wardrobe. I love the print fabric that you are using as the base for it. I enjoy the planning more than the sewing, especally going through my fabric and patterns stashes. I have done many Capsule wardrobes starting back in 2007 when we called it SWAP - Sewing with a Plan, a process that started with an article from the long defunct Australian Stiches sewing magazine. There was online sharing of SWAP story boards and contests. It was a lot of fun and if you stick with it you end up with a wonderful wardrobe of flattering garments.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Audrey! Love the idea of SWAP - how fun! I agree with you - for me the planning is actually more fun than the sewing. Thanks so much for watching and sharing your thoughts. Hope your new year is off to a great start!

[@VirginiasDaughterSews]

Hey Angela! Finally getting caught on on watching videos. 😂 I agree...planning is the fun part. The work begins after that. You got some some good things in store. Love love the foundation fabric. Gorge! I'm excited to see you work your way through your capsule! Take care!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Terry! So happy you enjoyed the video. I'm so eager to get going on these garments! Hope you're having a great weekend!

[@clothingalterations]

Good job 👍🌺🌱🌷🌳🏵🌴🌹

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@yelenalevchuk7802]

I really like your planning process. Thank you for sharing. I will definitely apply some things when planning my own capsule.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Aww, thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind comment and so happy this video was helpful! 🥰

[@juanitariverarepollet5977]

Your color palette and fabrics are gorgeous! Thank you for walking us through your planning process.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

You are so welcome! Thank YOU for watching and for you kind comment!

[@kimberlypiter8718]

I have quilted for years and just started garment sewing. I plan to do a capsule wardrobe possibly 2024. I agree with you, some of the fun is organizing and planning. So many possibilities. I enjoyed watching your video.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Kimberly, thanks so much for watching and commenting! Hope you have fun with your garment sewing ☺️ I go back and forth between quilting and garments.

[@taravarnell7042]

Looks amazing. You have an awesome plan. Hope you keep us posted on your progress on your capsule.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Tara, thank you! Absolutely will keep you posted!

[@avawestwood3366]

Love your colours! Spring into summer, fall into winter! Fantastic!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Ava, thank you so much!

[@SlowSewingMama]

Your choice of print to start as a base is smart. Love all the colors and how you paired them with the patterns. Can’t wait to see the result. It would be nice to see a video with all your capsule items. I’ll be doing this next year as this year I’m sewing projects that increase my skills - I’m still new 😊

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi there! Thanks so much for your sweet comment. I will definitely do a video when I'm finished with all the pieces (will be a while though), maybe modeling the different ways to mix and match the pieces. I"m looking forward to that!

[@ellieguillette9589]

You did very well in your color choices. Goes well with your skin color and hair color. Your plan got me started to plan. Thanks!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you so much! Happy to hear it was helpful 😊

[@janetbowers-dl3fu]

I love, love, love the colours that your have chosen. I too would like to try and do a capsule wardrobe but wouldn't know where to start. You have given me such inspiration and hope (as I too am not a speedy sewer). Thanks for your wonderful vlog

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Aww, thank you so much for this sweet comment, made my heart happy and I'm so glad that you found the video helpful. I would love to hear if you end up putting together a capsule!

[@janetlink9756]

You make me want to put together a capsule wardrobe. It will help me to center on what I want to make, instead of feeling overwhelmed by all the fabric and patterns. I think the blue rib knit will go well with the print because the blue is a neutral.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much, Janet! I definitely am finding that have a capsule planned is giving me focus!

[@Bonbon53539]

I think matchy matchy is on trend! (Again) I’m old. lol

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

LOL! I hear you!!

[@sharonnickels2788]

Thank you for sharing this video. I really like your thought process. I tend to buy all prints and then don't have any solids to coordinate. this inspired me!!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Sharon, I'm so glad it was helpful! Prints are the most fun to buy, aren't they?! I'm slowly learning to make more practical purchases when it comes to fabric 😂😂

[@emilydowling5970]

Can’t wait to see your progress. Great choices. Jump in!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Emily, thanks so much!

[@deborahchu2393]

I'm hoping to put a capsule together for an Spring vacation so I really appreciated your thoughts & plans!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Deborah, thanks so much for watching and I'm glad it was helpful. I'm excited for you putting together a spring vacation capsule, how fun!

[@Needleandfur]

whoa, that organisation!!!! I love it, and those colours are just *chefs kiss* look forward to seeing what you make in the very near future

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@riahenley9974]

Great idea….this has spurred me on to start a capsule wardrobe too. I also love the planning. Look forward to your makes.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

That's fantastic!! 👏🏻 So glad it was helpful!

[@Sewlimitless]

This is a great concept. I love the fabrics and patterns you’ve chosen!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much! Glad you like them!

[@seestellysew8472]

I really enjoyed your fabric choices. I too, have planned a capsule wardrobe but, I could never keep it down to six. After watching this video, you’ve got me excited about trying to plan another one. Thanks Angela.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

You're so welcome!! It's good to hear from you 😊

[@SewNotes]

I love this!!!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much, Kris!

[@Southlagal26]

I think your fabrics work nicely together! Can’t wait to see the end results!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you! 😊

[@MariSews]

I love how much planning you put into this capsule. It’s going to be beautiful and very functional

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks Mari! I’m excited to get going on it!

[@Dianne-ut5vr]

That looks great, i love your choices and the colours look so good together. ☺

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much!! 😊

[@joannfagen4457]

Excellent planning and great choices of frabrics.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much!

[@janetlink9756]

Love your plans, so inspiring!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much! 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed!!

[@kathygann7632]

Love Tomcat!

[@SewYourselfaCapsuleWardrobe]

I absolutely love your fabric choices, they all coordinate so well! I've just found you on You Tube (being a capsule wardrobe sewist myself) and have subscribed, you have a beautiful soothing voice!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Welcome aboard! Thanks so much for subscribing and for your sweet comment. I see that you have a channel and I'm excited to check out your videos very soon (ie I wish I wasn't on my way out the door to work or I'd do it right this minute, lol). Hope you have a great week!

[@perryandmichelestorkson5887]

Thank you for sharing, I want to plan a capsule someday! Seeing yours is helpful, and seems doable!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much!!

[@celarasmith8030]

Great planning. Beautiful fabrics too.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you! 😊

[@kimdimond6921]

New subscriber here. I really enjoyed your presentation and look forward to sharing my sewing time with you. I too, am trying to double task sewing with my You Tube addiction!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Kim, thanks so much for subscribing! I appreciate your kind comments. t'll be a great year for sewing!

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

This is my first time watching your channel. I too am not a fast sewist! And I also watch Tomkat Stitchery! I’ve been working toward a capsule wardrobe but it does take planning for a sewist. I hope to have an actual one for summer. Your colors are similar to mine, calm autumn. PDF patterns have been my favorites since I discovered them. Excited to see your progress!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Donna! Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Best wishes with your capsule and hope you have fun putting it all together!

[@margaretgorski7947]

Very nice choices! I too need to just shop my stash.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Margaret, thanks so much!

[@Heyreneesews]

I can’t wait to see it when it’s done in June! I’ve done this kind of thing, mostly when I was young, because I didn’t have a lot of money. I think your capsul looks great❤

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@vanessajones3508]

Angela your fabrics coordinate well. I look forward to seeing the final makes. I coordinate what I have in my closet. I made a vest about two years ago out of African print fabric. I coordinate the vest with a brown skirt. Great video and great ideas.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks Vanessa!

[@vanessajones3508]

@@JustMeAndMyFabric Your welcome.

[@pamelalc63]

Hello, I love your hair cut, just lovely and it flatters you. First time watching your channel. I have just subscribed.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Pamela, thank you so much! I'll pass your compliment on to my Mom, who cuts and colors my hair. She'll appreciate it!! Thanks so much for subbing 💕

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I absolutely love this - the colours and fabrics you chose are going to be fabulous together! I tried to do complete capsules before but I got bored before completing them LOL

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks Izzy! I’m hoping that won’t happen LOL! Being on a fabric ban will help keep me focused (I think).

[@thierrymunseugandachildren802]

Hi beautiful selection greetings from Africa Uganda

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hello!! And thank you so much 💕

[@thierrymunseugandachildren802]

@@JustMeAndMyFabric Hello how are you there?

[@thierrymunseugandachildren802]

@@JustMeAndMyFabric nice to meet you

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you, same to you!

[@thierrymunseugandachildren802]

@@JustMeAndMyFabric you're so welcome I'm from Africa Uganda have you ever visited in Africa?

[@sewmuchsewing]

Great video! Love seeing your process putting this capsule together. I've just done something similar which I'll be posting on my channel in a few days. I also watch Whitney from TomKat Stitchery and get such a lot from her channel, she really is amazing. So awesome! I'm really excited about my wardrobe makes and I see you are too.... good luck to us both!🧵🪡🧥👗

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you so much! Yes, Whitney is just the best, isn't she?? I'll visit your channel, can't wait to see your planning process!

[@sewmuchsewing]

@@JustMeAndMyFabric Aw thank you! 🥰

[@pjacksreads536]

Beautiful choices. I’d love to see the pieces finished. Maybe you’d consider doing some sewalongs

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much! I will definitely consider a sewalong for any of the newer patterns I'm using. Appreciate the suggestion!

[@bonbonsews9327]

very nice plan best not to match exactly in imho :))

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thanks so much!!

[@theresekeane8660]

I actually like ut better that the solids aren't exact matches. Not too contrived, matchy-matchy looking but tasteful.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Love this perspective!!

[@kathygann7632]

So, what season are you? I’d guess autumn, but steel blue, woodland, and rosewood look more like summer.

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

I'm a soft autumn able to "borrow" a lot of colors from soft summer. When I had my analysis done, my hair was more of an ashy blonde and my true hair color is a medium ash brown. I think since my hair has had this red tint for the past several months, I definitely lean more into the autumn colors.

[@vnickcolvin4971]

Can you list where you Etsy purchased your print fabric? Also where you got your color analysis done. Thank you,😊

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi! I added links in the description box to the Etsy store where I got the print and to the color analyst that did my analysis. Her name is Anni Wickham, she was great to work with. Thanks for watching!

[@ginahayes6169]

All these colors of fabrics, will these be worn in the summer? There’re beautiful warm colors for winter, is there a summer colors as well?

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Hi Gina, it's intended to be a winter capsule, but because I tend to be a slow sewist I'll probably be working on the pieces into the summer even though they may not be worn in the summer (all those long sleeves). They'll be ready for me by fall and I think the colors will work for fall as well as winter. And of course, I will wear them for years to come. I don't let go of clothes very quickly, always wanting to get the most out of them. Hope that made sense! 😊

[@angelawagnon9778]

Hi Angela, I love Challis fabric but hesitate to buy the rayon Challis because I heard it shrinks terribly. It is hard to find poly Challis so I was wondering if you sewed a lot with the rayon type and what your opinion on the shrinkage is. This is a great video by the way!

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Thank you so much! I have found that rayon challis does shrink somewhat but oddly enough I've never measured the amount of shrinkage. Since you've brought up this very interesting question, I will measure this print I'm using for the capsule before I start cutting to get an idea of how much it shrank since I've already washed and dried the piece. I am in the habit of always prewashing/drying my fabric and sometimes buying 1/4 yd extra when needed to account for shrinkage and any errors in the patterns (or my own errors), and I usually don't have issues with not having enough yardage.

[@angelawagnon9778]

@@JustMeAndMyFabric That would be interesting to know. My concern with the rayon is if it continues to shrink after the garment is made and eventually wouldn't fit well. If it was just a minor amount in the prewash before construction, I might have a go at that fabric. I have a couple Challis in my stash but they are just poly w no rayon in them. I like the drape and feel of it I can't decide what to make with it. lol

[@kristinekapteyn8973]

What is the number of the blue skirt pattern

[@JustMeAndMyFabric]

Simplicity 2058 😊