I remember having a strong reaction to a teenaged guy who expressed surprise that sewing patterns could be used more than once. Perhaps he thought the filmy, thin paper wouldn't hold up to multiple uses. For a seamstress, it's a badge of honor to be able to use the same sewing pattern for multiple projects!
That is why it's very difficult to get rid of patterns. What if I need it again? What if this skirt comes back in style later? I guess the questions we really need to ask ourselves are things like:
"Do I even sew much anymore?" (that's a sad one)
"Do I have anyone to sew for?" (someday I hope for grandchildren)
"Did this pattern make a nicely fitted outfit the first time or was it awkward? (If the answer is "no," get rid of it and find a better one next time)
Keep your favorites and your hopefuls. Weed out any that are out of style, didn't flatter you, or will never be used again.
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