After I managed to survive the flu and pneumonia a few years ago (long story - you can read it here), I figured out that I LOVE to exercise. Work out gear is expensive so, I made due with what I have for a long time. Here is all the stuff I’ve made so far!!!
I made a couple of pairs of shorts (pattern by Purl Soho):
- fabric also from Michael Levine’s but at the $2 a lb store)
Liberty Japan Fabric - purchased on a trip in 09 and re-found in my stash early this year)
Almost dying does change a lot of things in a human’s life, good that you got better, and healthier. And while I’m also a “nerd” who don’t like the sport idiots, those that only talk about exercise and protein and so on, I want to get into better shape because of several reasons, it’s just important to find the exercise you like. I love rowing, and dancing, and walking, because of my horrible bad knee I can’t do certain things, like skiing and biking.
I think the bag is amazing, really pretty fabric, and the shorts and tights and scrunchies, just great job making your own gear, they look amazing and you are able to save money No need to give the huge companies more
Making the bag deeper was a great design mod. To stuff all your clothes way down deep. And SUPERIOR KUDOS for making leggings. They are a huge ripoff, and yours are fantastic. At one point I was going to suggest a Sporty Maker swap - either practical or fun, just to rep our love.
Those shorts remind me of the piped ones I had in the 80s. Purl Soho always has it going on!
Finally, thank you for showing the seems! Great job!
Thanks for all the love, Everyone! It was my bestie who finally got me in a workout studio (Hot8Yoga in LA) but the first year was me at home with workout videos.
These are great! I really love the fabric for the flowery shorts. What a incredible and inspiring story. I’m so glad you are recovered and are even better than ever!
Your story and your gear are so inspiring! What a frightening experience, but you have such incredible strength and creativity! I love the fabrics, and that shorts pattern is amazing.