Rules for SWAP 2023 are not yet decided, but there is a possibility that we might be able to have something at The Sewing Place.
Come and comment here if you are interested.
Friday 9 December 2022
Rules for SWAP 2022 (Stitchers Guild)
2022 19th SWAP contest
Rules for SWAP 2022
I don't currently have any content for this, if you do please comment below or email me at sew dot ruthie dot style at zoho dot eu
Wednesday 7 December 2022
Rules for SWAP 2020 (Stitchers Guild)
The SWAP rules for 2020 have been published!
Link hereRULES:
Your Perfect Vision - SWAP 2020
11 pieces, in two groups:
- 9 or 10 that may coordinate (be worn together) to form outfits
- 1 or 2 that MUST coordinate (be able to be worn with all of the others) (1 if you make 10 other pieces, 2 if you make 9)
- no required garments
- no required colors
- You may include one garment that is knitted, crocheted, or handwoven
SWAP sewing will begin December 26th, and all garments must be finished by April 30th, 2010. Pattern fitting and cutting may be done whenever you're ready.
You may include 1 garment you had already sewn prior to the rules announcement and 1 purchased ready-to-wear garment, or 2 pre-sewn garments made prior to the rules announcement. (I encourage either of these options, as integrating your SWAP sewing with your current wardrobe increases how versatile your self-sewn clothing will be). In addition, you may include one additional garment that is sewn after the rules have been posted and before the official start SWAP sewing date of December 26. If you include these three garments, that gives a total of eight more to be sewn before SWAP ends, for a fairly reasonable 2 per month.
You must choose a theme for your collection to act as a focal point - something that inspires you and will help give your SWAP wardrobe a cohesive "feel"; it could be a verbal phrase, a photo, a location, an artifact, or even an accessory (like a scarf). You must post what you have chosen as your theme.
You must include, as part of making one (or more) garments, a technique that both stretches your skill set and is something you have been wanting to learn. For example: someone who is a beginner might choose zippers, someone who is further along on their sewing journey might choose Hong Kong seam finishing or welt pockets, someone who loves embellishment might try making an Alabama Chanin style reverse applique garment, etc....
For the purposes of this SWAP, a sewn "garment" is one that consists of more than one pattern piece, stitched together. A poncho (one piece with a hole for the neckline), or a wrap (one piece of fabric) are not. Some knitted or crocheted garments are made in one piece, but involve careful shaping, so they count as garments.
Ruthie's 2009 SWAP Sophisticated Teal
Here are all my SWAP garments (including 3 'extras') - the extras are the crinkle skirt, the turquoise trousers and the black waterfall jacket.
SWAP Winners 2009
The winners of the 6th Annual Sewing With A Plan contest for 2009 are:
{drumroll, please}
Second Prize goes to mdmcgrath is accepting the challenge!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/7370831@N07/sets/72157617685226828/
First Prize belongs to Morzel's Maternity SWAP!
See www.morzel.blogspot.com/ for more details
And the Grand Prize winner is Audrey's Drafting Demon SWAP!
Flicker SWAP Album www.flickr.com/photos/audan/3094361372/i n/set-72157617694...
Blog: www.sewtawdry.blogspot.com
Congratulations to all three of you
Rules for SWAP 2008 (Timmel Fabrics/Stitchers Guild)
SWAP CONTEST 2008
This is the 5th annual SWAP contest. Every year, the contest grows more and
more, with participants from countries all around the world. The rules remain
basically the same, with just a slight variation from year to year.
For newcomers, SWAP is a contest in which we make 11 garments that mix and match. The contest has a time limit; we begin sewing in January and the contest ends in mid April. This means approximately 12 weeks to sew 11 items. Then I post the photos and we all get to vote on who we think completed the best SWAP.
The contest is not about who is the best sewer or who has the best fabric selection, but it is about which wardrobe do YOU think is the most wearable - in other words, your favourite combination of fabrics and patterns, you should probably choose the one you would could see yourself wearing. All 11 pieces must work together, which means that you sew with a plan = "SWAP" = the best use of your time and your money.
The contest is open to sewers at all levels, from beginner to the most advanced. If you can sew together simple clothes, you can join in. We are not examining your workmanship, but rather we are encouraging you to make the most efficient use of your sewing skills, by planning what you sew and sewing what you plan.
Join us at Artisan's Square to read SWAP posts, you do need to register if you wish to post and to be a participant in SWAP. Registration is free, and it is fun to keep up with the posts.
Artisan's Square - the SWAP
topic is under the heading Fashion,Style and Wardrobe
It is lots of fun, plus we get new clothes to wear. And the discussions at Artisan's Square are fun as well, sewing can be such a solitary activity; the online discussions remedy that. Join in, you have nothing to lose except some of your stash!
A little background information
The SWAP contest began from an article in Australian
Stitches in which the editor, Lynn Cook, outlined her own plan to sew 11
garments that coordinated and gave her 48 possible combinations. Some of us
were so inspired by
Read more here
Article on Wardrobing
inspired by Australian Stitches
And there are many more wardrobe photos here
SWAP inspirations
For those who would like to subscribe to Stitches, the
contact in the
In
And, as many of you know, you can get individual issues from Erica's at www.ericas.com
And for inspiration, take a look at the finished wardrobes from last year's
SWAP participants.
SWAP 2007
Here are the SWAP rules for 2008
1. Fabric/pattern purchase minimum value of $25 Canadian to be made from Timmel
Fabrics between Oct. 1, 2007 and March 1, 2008. This fabric or pattern must be
featured as one item in the SWAP.
2. Each SWAP must consist of 11 garments. See below for descriptions.
3. A print, plaid, check, or stripe must be used for one of the garments. This
can be used in a top, or bottom, or even jacket, but it must coordinate with
the other pieces. And you can make your own print (if you wish) by embellishing
your fabric yourself by painting, stenciling, stitching.
4. You are allowed to use one garment that you have purchased (i.e. not sewed).
And you can knit, crochet, or weave one garment if you choose.
5. All garments must be made between January 1/08 and April 11/08 with the
exception of two garments which can be made previous to the time period. You
are also allowed to use one garment that has been purchased.
6. 2008 Twist – Three garments must be made from one
"wardrobe" pattern.
You must make three uniquely different garments from that pattern; making one
type of garment three times will not qualify.
These patterns are available from all the major pattern companies and they
usually include a jacket, dress and/or skirt, pants, blouse or top. For our
purposes, any pattern with at least three different garments that work together
will be counted as a "wardrobe" pattern.
The patterns labelled "wardrobe patterns" often have 4 or 5 garments
in them; but as long as the pattern has three different garments, it will
qualify. The purpose of this year's rule is to encourage making the best use of
a pattern; in other words, work it for what it is worth. The other 8 garments
can come from any other pattern or patterns or be self-drafted.
7. This year is back to one type of SWAP. This consists of 11 garments, 4
bottoms (skirts and/or pants), 6 tops (2 should be more like blouses than just
tees), and 1 jacket that will work with all the tops and bottoms. This gives
you a total of 48 possible combinations. However, you can substitute a dress or
dresses for two of the tops if you wish. Therefore, your SWAP can be 1 jacket,
4 bottoms, 4 tops, 2 dresses or it can be 1 jacket, 4 bottoms, 5 tops and 1
dress. The jacket must work with all combinations.
In the case of a jumper, this would count as a "bottom" item, in that
it must work with all the tops and it must also be able to be worn with the
jacket. A vest is counted as a jacket since it is usually worn over a top. If
it can be worn solo, count it as a top.
A jacket does not have to be a tailored jacket. It can be a lace overshirt that
you wear over your other garments, it can be a shrug, or shawl, poncho or cape.
It can also be an overcoat if you wish to make that. It could also be a knitted
or crocheted sweater. It must work with all the tops and bottoms (and dresses
if you make them).
8. Photos can be emailed to mail@timmelfabrics.com or mailed to me at the
address below. The contest will close on April 11, 2008 and you have until
April 18 to get your pictures to me. Voting will take place the week of April
21 – 26. Everyone who has posted on the topic at Artisan's Square is eligible
to vote, even if you did not participate in the SWAP. Everyone will have 3
votes. You will choose three people and place them in the order you liked best.
Your first place choice will get 3 points, second place will get 2 points, and
third place will get 1 point. Winners will be selected by the number of points
received. Sorry, you cannot vote for yourself, since if everyone did this, it
would merely cancel out the votes.
New rules regarding photos: in order to put everyone on an equal footing, one photo must be a photo of one garment or one outfit. Composite photos consisting of three photos will be counted as three photos, not as one. Participants are encouraged to submit a minimum of 6 photos and no more than 10. The final SWAP page will show no more than 6 photos per entry.
9. PRIZES: 1st place - $500 gift certificate to
Timmel Fabrics for fabrics/patterns.
2nd place - $250 gift certificate to Timmel Fabrics
3rd place - $100 gift certificate to Timmel Fabrics
4th and 5th place - $50 gift certificate
Everyone who finishes a SWAP and submits their pictures will receive a
free pattern of their choice from any pattern that I carry.
Good luck and let the sewing begin!
Copyright protected, September 2007 by Julie Culshaw
Timmel Fabrics
2635
http://www.timmelfabrics.com
mail@timmelfabrics.com
1-877-825-9048
Rules for SWAP 2007 (Timmel Fabrics/Stitchers Guild)
Here are the SWAP rules for 2007
1. Fabric/pattern purchase minimum value of $25 Canadian to be made from Timmel
Fabrics between Nov. 1, 2006 and March 1, 2007. This fabric or pattern must be
featured as one item in the SWAP.
2. Each SWAP must consist of 11 garments. See below for descriptions.
3. A print, plaid, check, or stripe must be used for one of the garments. This
can be used in a top, or bottom, or even jacket, but it must coordinate with
the other pieces.
4. You are allowed to use one garment that you have purchased (i.e. not sewed).
5. All garments must be made between December 1/06 and April 1/07 with the
exception of one garment which could have been made previous to the time
period. You are also allowed to use one garment that has been purchased.
6. NEW for 2007 – One of the garments must be reversible. This
means that the garment can be worn on either side and both sides must
coordinate with the other pieces. This can be any of the 11 garments: make your
jacket reversible (which by the way gives you double the number of possible
combinations), make a top reversible, or a skirt or pants. The choice is yours.
There are lots of suggestions from those posting at Artisans' Square on how to
do this and making something reversible is a worthwhile technique to learn.
7. And you can have a choice of 2 SWAPs. The first one as in previous years: 11
garments, consisting of 4 bottoms (skirts and/or pants), 6 tops (2 should be
more like blouses than just tees), and 1 jacket that will work with all the
tops and bottoms. This gives you a total of 48 possible combinations.
The second SWAP is for those who prefer dresses over separates. This SWAP
should have 4 dresses, 2 jackets, 2 bottoms (skirts or pants), and 3 tops which
must match all the bottom pieces. Each jacket does not have to match
everything, but both should together work with every combination. This SWAP has
the potential of 20 possible combinations. In this SWAP, if your jacket is the
reversible item, its matching follows the same rules as previous: i.e. it
doesn't have to work with every item, but every combination should be able to
be put with a jacket in some way.
Don’t be intimidated by “jacket”. This can be as simple as an overshirt, a
cardigan, even a poncho or wrap of some type.
8. Photos can be emailed to mail@timmelfabrics.com or mailed to me at the
address below. The contest will close on April 8, 2007 and you have until April
15 to get your pictures to me. Voting will take place the week of April 17 –
23. Everyone who has posted on the topic at Artisan's Square is eligible to
vote, even if you did not participate in the SWAP. Everyone will have 3 votes.
You will choose three people and place them in the order you liked best. Your
first place choice will get 3 points, second place will get 2 points, and third
place will get 1 point. Winners will be selected by the number of points
received.
9. PRIZES: 1st place - $300 gift certificate to Timmel Fabrics for
fabrics/patterns.
2nd place - $200 gift certificate to Timmel Fabrics
3rd place - $100 gift certificate to Timmel Fabrics
4th and 5th place - $50 gift certificate
Everyone who finishes a SWAP and submits a picture or pictures will receive a
free pattern of their choice from any pattern that I carry.
Good luck and let the sewing begin!
Timmel
Fabrics
2635
http://www.timmelfabrics.com
mail@timmelfabrics.com
1-877-825-9048
Rules for SWAP 2019 (Stitchers Guild)
2019 Seasonal Designer Collection II SWAP Rules
You are still the Designer. Create a cohesive seasonal collection
of eleven garments of your choice.
Plan:
Choose an inspiration piece of your choice -- Could be a scarf,
artwork, fabric print, photograph, etc.
Choose two neutrals that coordinate with your inspiration piece
Add 1-5 accents and/or prints that will work with your inspiration
piece (ie: not clash)
Make 9 garments that form your core
You must create multiple outfits using at least two core garment
items that work for your personal style.
Make 2 wild card pieces that can be worn alone or with other core
items or with other wardrobe
items
Wild card pieces should still blend in with inspiration piece
Combining fabrics is fine
No restrictions on type of garments
Rules
Sewing begins on 26 December 2018 and ends 30 April 2019
One garment may be completed by today (28 October 2018)
One garment may be started on 29 October 2018 and completed prior
to 26 December 2018
One RTW garment may be included (it can be existing or purchased
at any time before or during the SWAP)
Garments knitted, crocheted or woven by you may be included (limit
of two since we are a sewing site)
Garments such as poncho, cape or wrap must include at least two
pattern pieces, be one of your knitted, crocheted or woven items or have stitch
work done by you to be considered a garment
Neutrals do not need to be the same fabrics
Neutrals may be textured
Note that accents fabric must be the same (so not two different
fabrics of the same accent colour)
You will need a photo of your inspiration piece
Addendum: If you make your own inspiration piece it must be
completed, photographed and posted prior to 26 December 2018
Prize
I will award a $25 gift certificate to an online fabric store (of
winners choice) that allows gift
certificates
Other
I suggest photographing outfits as items are completed.
Judging/photo rules will be the posted at a later date but they will be the
same as last year. Muslins, pattern fitting, cutting, interfacing, and other
preparatory work may begin right away. As usual, individual threads are
optional but all comments should go to the main thread.
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Rules for SWAP 2017 (Stitchers Guild)
2017 Less is More SWAP
No purchase necessary anywhere; this contest is open to anyone
with a needle and thread, regardless of budget or availability of items. Just
jump in and join the fun.
When SWAP first started the emphasis was on building a wardrobe of
coordinates using a strict formula of six tops, four bottoms and one jacket,
with all pieces working together. Over time other combinations have been used
in the rules.
As we are primarily a sewing board, in recent years the emphasis
has been shifted to the sewing aspect, with less emphasis on wardrobe or
coordination of garments within the SWAP.
A blend of sewing and wardrobe planning enhances garment sewing.
The point of sewing clothes is to gain freedom from the limitations of ready to
wear in terms of colour, style and personal fit. Having garments in styles, colours
and shapes that flatter, that fit well is the best solution to the old lament,
“I have nothing to wear!”. Having your garments coordinate maximizes your
investment of time and money in producing them.
I’ve read the discussion and tried to reflect your desires in the
plan.
The basis is taken from the original SWAP plan, but more
functional. If you shift one top over to be a second layer you expand the
versatility of the group. Now you have 5 tops x 4 bottoms, 20 outfits. Add
layer one and it goes to 40. Use layer two and you have 60 options. If by some
chance you can wear layer one and two together you have a potential of 80 outfits
from the 11 garments. I've expanded on this.
2017 Less is More SWAP Rules
Eleven garments divided between Upper, Lower and Over pieces.
These are tops and dresses;
bottoms; and layers, all defined later. There are minimums and maximums in each category, to
provide balance and variety. You decide the final distribution.
Upper: Minimum 3, maximum 5.
Lower: Minimum 3, maximum 5.
Over: Minimum 2, maximum 5. No more than ½ may be
outerwear.
You decide how many of each, within the numbers above, to total 11
garments.
Your twist: Each garment in a category must work with at least
half of the garments in each of the other two categories. Example 5 Upper, 3
Lower, and 3 Over. Each upper would need to work with 2 Lower and 2 Over
garments in combinations that you will actually wear.
ROGUE garments. Two
dresses may be “rogue” in that they won’t need to work with Lower garments.
They still need to work with Over pieces per the rules above. Obviously if you
want 5 dresses 3 would need to be styles that work with what you choose as
Lower pieces. NOTE: These are not Wild Cards. Only two dresses, no other garments, can be exempted
from working with the Lower pieces. They also are still part of the Upper group
and must also work with the Over group, per the rules.
This is actually all easy to figure out, but I can explain it
later if needed.
I’m sort of redefining the categories a bit and reassigning some
garments, such as pinafore/jumper garments, as the layering category is
expanded this year. I think this will work nicely for us.
Upper: Tops, shirts, tunics and dresses, etc. intended to
cover the upper part of the body but may extend to the floor. Does not have
legs. Not primarily intended as overlayers.
Lower: Bottom garments, such as skirts, pants, shorts,
leggings, etc. intended to cover the lower part of the body. If it has legs it
is always a Lower, so a jumpsuit would be here. NOTE: Dresses, jumpers, etc are
not Lower group garments.
ETA: Jumpsuits do not need to be worn
with your Upper group garments, only with the proper number of Over group
items.
As always, these categories need to avoid being obscene if worn
without another layer, as defined by your lifestyle. Remember, there will be
photos!
Over: Garments you layer over Upper or Lower garments.
This might be a cardigan, vest, suiting type jacket etc. Pinafores and
jumpers(American definition) will be Over or layer garments. It also includes
outerwear, which are top layers such as parka, heavy coats, raincoats, etc.
Outerwear are garments worn to protect from the elements and are frequently
removed when one arrives at a destination as opposed to a suit jacket or
cardigan which is part of an outfit and you leave on unless it gets hot. There
are limits on outerwear. If these garments can also be worn alone, that is
fine.
NEW: Because the number of layers is expanded and due
to current fashion, layers can also be sheer materials, such as lace or eyelet.
If Over pieces can also be layered together over other pieces, that is fine.
Having pinafores in this category is also new this year.
PATTERNS: A minimum of 3
and a maximum of 8 patterns can
be used. Two or three items will repeat but the garments don’t need to be
identical. Use your imagination. Designed
to develop TNT patterns. NOTE: per Wikipedia: a pattern is the template
from which the parts of a garment are traced onto fabric. A wardrobe pattern,
magazine or book is not a single pattern; they are collections of patterns.
KNITS: You may include up to 4 crocheted, hand or machine
knit garments.
This plan rewards simplicity. The more you coordinate the less trouble you will
have getting finished. The more complex you get with your garment types and colour
choices the more planning you will need to do to pull it off. I highly
recommend working it out on paper. With this you will be choosing your
difficulty level. Simple is easy to pull off.
You won’t be sewing any orphans or 11 of one category, but it is
possible to create different groups in different colourways with more planning.
It’s also tricky to make this work with both after 5 garments and athletic wear
in the same wardrobe. I know it’s not the best plan for everybody but that one
doesn’t actually exist. I also assume that this is not all the sewing you will
do this year.
You may use one previously sewn item, completed by November 5th,
when the Rules were posted.
You may make 2 “Early Bird” garments, begun on or after November
5th, when the Rules were posted and completed prior to December 26th, the
official start of sewing.
You may use one purchased item, bought at any time through April
30th, 2017.
If you like, one garment may be refashioned. It will replace your
previously sewn item or purchased item, which ever you use as your starting
point.
The above are tools; use them to your advantage!
Sewing will begin December 26th, your time, and all garments must
be finished by April 30th,
Muslins, pattern fitting and fabric cutting may be started
whenever you are ready.
"Sewing" is a blanket term; you may sew, knit, crochet,
weave...whatever works. All garments must follow the timelines stated above to
be included.
Photo information to follow.
Finally, this year, the individual threads are optional, and should
only be posted to by their authors so the moderators don't have to monitor them
every day. At the top of your first post
please put something similar to this: "NO comments here please! Put all
comments on the SWAP Discussion Board." Thank you. This will make it
easier on the Mods.
As before, individual fitting issues or other such discussion
should be posted on the "individual projects" board:
NOTE: I put some things in bold
that were missed by some of you. New material I added to clarify is in RED and
bold. Next week I'll remove the red once you have a chance to see it.
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Rules for 2016 SWAP (Stitchers Guild)
2016 Swap Rules
I'm sorry I'm late with the SWAP rules this year. I started
working on them early in October, then set the notes aside to help someone and
well...no excuses, really, I just lost track of the days going by!
I've read through the speculation thread a few times, and I
recognize everyone is ready to go –and that most of you want a pretty simple,
straightforward, relaxed and stress-free contest this year, so I hope this will
fill the bill.
I've put this together rather hastily -sitting here with my coloured
pencils trying to make sure it would work, that it would be simple but not too
easy, and take into account the varying needs of our international membership.
It's after 4am here, so it's possible I've missed something; if so, I'll correct
it after I've had some sleep.
I initially loved the 4x4 idea, but 16 garments is too many, and
trying to make interesting combos using all those neutrals just isn't working
for me on paper. Try as I might, I end up with two garments that just don't
work together. But Blue Mooney's Algebra
Swap (3 trios +2 wildcards) worked out very well for our 2014 contest. So Let's
try something like that again:
1 "3 pack" of Colour(s) A (3 garments)
1 "3 pack" of Colour(s) B (3 garments)
1 "Combo Pack" of Colours A & B (2 garments)
1 "3 pack" of Wild Cards
A "3 pack" will be:
2 tops + 1 bottom
or
1 top + 1 bottom + 1 outer layer
or
1 dress + 1 top + 1 bottom
or
2 bottoms + 1 top
or
Two dresses & one layer.
or
The final 3 pack option is 1 dress + 1 top OR bottom + 1 layer.
The "Combo Pack" can be just about anything, but they
must be garments, not accessories (scarves, belts, bags, etc). The "Wild
Cards" can also be any colour, or any colour combination, but for this to
work they will need to follow the format of one of the other "3
packs". That is, you'll need more tops, bottoms, or dresses to make the
wardrobe work.
For this to work for you, the "combo pack" may need to
be both tops, or both bottoms, but two more dresses is allowable for those of
you who wear them. If you're in the colder climes or need business attire, a
jacket can be either a part of the combo pack or a wild card, whichever will
work for you best.
A "top" will be any shirt or blouse worn on the upper
half; a "bottom" will be any garment worn on the lower half, and it
shouldn't be obscene to wear either without another layer.
the lower half, and it shouldn't be obscene to wear either without
another layer.
A "dress" will be any garment that covers both upper and
lower halves, and again, it shouldn't be obscene to wear it without an
additional layer.
An "outer layer" will any jacket or sweater that is
intended to be a second layer, over a top or a dress. If it can also be worn
alone, that is fine.
A "bib" garment will considered a bottom, unless it can
be worn alone without a top under or over it.
Two garments may be previously sewn, one may be purchased, and
because I'm late with the rules, two may be sewn up before the official sewing
start date of Dec 26, 2015. Muslins, pattern fitting, cutting, interfacing, and
other preparatory work may begin right away. All garments must be finished by
April 30, 2016.
A final note: I've read the comments about the photographs and
voting, and I'll try to find a more workable solution for everyone.
Rules for SWAP 2015 (Stitchers Guild)
2015 SWAP Rules
No purchase necessary anywhere; this contest is open to anyone
with a needle and thread, regardless of budget or availability of items. Just
jump in and join the fun.
Since SG took over the SWAP contest from Julie Timmel, we've been
putting the emphasis on the "sewing" aspect of the wardrobe plan (we
are a sewing board, after all) and deviating a bit from the wardrobe aspect.
Our version of the contest has called for learning and perfecting sewing techniques,
fitting, and making items that really work with our individual bodies and
lives. We've played fast-n-loose with what garments are allowed and whether or
not the individual garments had to all work together.
This year, I'd like to see us turn our attention back a bit to the
original concept of a wardrobe that works well together -pieces that all
coordinate and form a cohesive collection with a huge number of possible
combinations. However, we're still a sewing board, and I still believe
"sewing" should be the primary focus.
So Let's return to the tradition 11-garment format, with all the
tops working with all the bottoms, and wildcard garments that work with every
other item.
This year, we need to make:
5 tops
3 bottoms
3 "wildcard" items
For our "sewing" focus -and this year's twist- let's
make at least one garment that is reversible, transformable, or upcycled from
another garment. For instance: a dress that can be worn as a shirt, a pair of
pants that can roll up to be worn as shorts, or a jacket that can also be a
dress. "Upcycling" includes remaking an older garment into something
new, taking a vintage pattern and modernizing it into a more current style, or
recycling the fabrics or notions from another item to incorporate it into something
new. The original item to be reworked does not need to be a garment; you can
remake a dozen scarves into a skirt or transform an old handbag into a collar
and cuffs -use your imagination.
The "wild card" options can be just about anything you
like, but they must be "garments" not accessories (hats, bags,
blankets, etc.)
A "top" will be any shirt or blouse worn on the upper
half; a "bottom" will be any garment worn on the lower half, and it
shouldn't be obscene to wear either without another layer.
A "dress" will be any garment that covers both upper and
lower halves, and again, it shouldn't be obscene to wear it without an
additional layer.
An "outer layer" will any jacket or sweater that is
intended to be a second layer, over a top or a dress. If it can also be worn
alone, that is fine.
A "bib" garment will considered a bottom, unless it can
be worn alone without a top under or over it.
One garment may be previously sewn; another may be purchased.
If you have an item you're working on now, you may include it, OR
you may stitch up one item from scratch before the official sewing date of
December 26.
"Sewing" is a blanket term; you may sew, knit, crochet,
weave...whatever works. If you can make 11 garments with a 3D printer, that's
fine.
Sewing will begin December 26th, and all garments must be finished
by April 30th, 2015. Muslins, pattern fitting and cutting may be started whenever
you are ready.
Details about where the photos will be sent or uploaded will be
forthcoming.
Finally, this year, the individual threads are optional, and
should only be posted to by their authors so the moderators don't have to
monitor them everyday.
As before, individual fitting issues or other discussion should be
posted on the "individual projects" board.Pasted from <http://artisanssquare.com/sg_classic/index.php/topic,24283.0.html>
Rules for SWAP 2014 (Stitchers Guild)
2014 Blue Mooney's "Algebra SWAP"
No purchase necessary anywhere; this contest is open to anyone
with a needle and thread, regardless of budget or availability of items. Just
jump in and join the fun.
We'll be following Blue Mooney's "Algebra SWAP" formula:
3 "3 packs" + 2 "wild cards" = 11 garments.
Each three pack will be:
2 tops + 1 bottom
or
1 top + 1 bottom + 1 outer layer
or
1 dress + 1 top + 1 bottom
The "wild card" options can be just about anything you
like, but they must be "garments" not accessories (hats, bags,
blankets, etc.)
A "top" will be any shirt or blouse worn on the upper
half; a "bottom" will be any garment worn on the lower half, and it shouldn't
be obscene to wear either without another layer.
A "dress" will be any garment that covers both upper and
lower halves, and again, it shouldn't be obscene to wear it without an
additional layer.
An "outer layer" will any jacket or sweater that is
intended to be a second layer, over a top or a dress. If it can also be worn
alone, that is fine.
A "bib" garment will considered a bottom, unless it can
be worn alone without a top under or over it.
One garment may be previously sewn; another may be purchased.
If you have an item you're working on now, you may include it, OR you may stitch up one item from scratch
before the official sewing date of December 26.
There's no requirement that every garment match or every top match
every bottom. However, all the individual pieces must form a cohesive
collection -they should all look like they belong together in the closet.
"Sewing" is a blanket term; you may sew, knit, crochet,
weave...whatever works. If you can make 11 garments with a 3D printer, that's
fine.
Sewing will begin December 26th, and all garments must be finished
by April 30th, 2014. Muslins, pattern fitting and cutting may be started
whenever you are ready.
You'll need to take a minimum of six photos, maximum 12 will be
accepted. Please keep a copy of all images you upload on your hard drive in
case SG's server fails or something is accidentally deleted.
The photos may be on you, on a dress form or any other way which
shows them well.
You should show how you plan to combine tops and bottoms, and together
should show everything.
You’ll probably need to photograph some bottoms more than once.
Composites will be allowed, but only if they show details of the
same outfit, e.g. a back view, a close up or the “before” photo if you are
recycling. You may not show two different outfits on the same photo; such
photos won’t be posted!
A single photo showing all the items together will be allowed but
not required.
Please number your photos and then add a brief note to describe
each one and when you plan to wear it, e.g. 1) Pink cotton Jalie top with khaki
poly/cotton BWOF pants; weekend shopping.
Details about where the photos will be sent or uploaded will be
forthcoming.
Finally, this year, the individual threads are optional.
Individuals fitting issues should be posted on the "individual
projects" board: so that threads in the SWAP section aren't overwhelming
for the moderators. Pasted from <http://artisanssquare.com/sg_classic/index.php/topic,21989.0.html>
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