Hi everyone, welcome back to Sew Pomona! Today, I’m so excited to share what I’ve been working on over the past two months—a handmade capsule wardrobe for work! I’ve sewn a variety of pieces to create a cohesive and stylish collection that’s both practical and comfortable. From versatile black staples to rich plum and burgundy tones, I’ll walk you through all the patterns and fabrics I used, styling tips, and how these pieces work together for my new job.
Here's everything I've sewn up over the last two months!
Patterns Used:
Coppelia Cardi from Papercut Patterns
The Swing jacket by Maker's Atelier
Vogue Attitudes 1467; ©1994; Lauren Sara
Pulp women bodysuit Atelier Scammit
Debra Zebra Knit Top Style Arc
Como Knit Pant Style Arc
Self Drafted Crop Pant
Lady Tee Clematisse Patterns
Self- Drafted Trouser Jeans
Butterick 4659 Midi Wrap Skirt
Fabrics:
Stonemountain & Daughter-
Amour Vert - Tencel/Spandex Luxe Jersey – Plum
Monaco Linen - Black
Amour Vert - Modal Jersey - Burgundy
Marcy Tilton-
Top Hat Black Ponte Knit
Ace Black Stretch Woven
Lush Black Cotton/Modal Knit
Veronique Jacquard Knit
Blackbird Fabrics-
Modal Blend Micro Rib Knit - Black
10oz Non-Stretch Laundered Denim - Vintage Black
What I'm wearing:
Self Drafted Black Knit Tank Top
Vanlose How to do Fashion Black Linen Pant (Stonemountain & Daughter)
Also shown-
Black Travel pant, VANESSA Fluid Pants JALIE SEWING PATTERN 3676
Stonemountain & Daughter Amour Vert – Sandwashed Tencel Twill – Black
Here is my Pinterest board: https://www.pinterest.com/sewpomona/work-looks/
Planning video:
https://youtu.be/GdpvdrT9UdM
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:47 What I'm Wearing
2:18 New Makes
28:23 Try Ons
42:40 Closing Thoughts