Make Nine 2022

I finally settled on some patterns for Make Nine 2022. It took me a while because on some subconscious level, I think I was apprehensive to create a plan for fear of life falling apart again after posting it. Plus there wasn't a pattern or project that was really drawing me in.

After thinking about it for some time and perusing social media and the internet for inspiration, I picked these patterns. All of them (except the handbag) have been in and out of the sewing queue and three have been attempted/muslined. 

Three tops:  New Look 6560, New Look 6698, and Simplicity 8948

 

 

There are so many great versions of of these patterns. I like the versatility and options of NL 6560. I bought a small cut of Ankara fabric specifically for this pattern.

 

I bought NL 6698 for the sleeves, though I don't know if this is a good style for my body type. 

 

Simplicity 8948 is classic and I love the cummerbund for waist-shaping. I have lots of rayon challis in mind for this, so hopefully the fit checks out.

Three dresses:  McCall's 7627, Simplicity 8014, Vogue 9299

 

McCall's 7627

 

I made view B (shirt with dramatic sleeves) a few years ago and still wear it. That same year, I saw view C (dress with cap sleeves) at a fabric store made in the most beautiful floral cotton sateen. I bought some of the fabric with the intention of making the dress that year, but...well...you know how it goes. 😬 Given that the bodice is already prepped, I think this can be a relatively simple and quick sew.

 

Simplicity 8014

 

This is holdover from Make Nine 2021. I tried sewing view D (modeled version) before, but it didn't work out (bad fabric and naughty big honkin' dart). I dug out the pattern pieces for this view and noticed that I converted the front darts to shoulder princess seams. I probably stopped working on it because I didn't want to be disappointed with it not fitting. I'm willing to give it another try.

 

I'd also like to make view B (top row, second image). I've seen lots of versions of this dress on different bodies and they all look good.

 

Vogue 9299

There's a sewer on IG whose versions of this pattern are absolutely gorgeous. She has an eye for pattern-fabric pairing and print placement that is truly inspiring. I don't know what fabric I'll use with this pattern, but I hope to make view B (tiered sleeve bands) at least twice. 

 

Ottobre 5-2010-11

 

This pea coat has been on and off the grid twice. I have the fabric and notions and even made a muslin a couple of years ago! I know what's stopping me:  there's no back neck facing so the coat is lined to the edge. I'm not a fan of this technique - even though I've sewn jackets and coats like this multiple times. I know how to make a back neck facing, I've just been too lazy to do it. I want this coat, so I need to make a decision already!

Oro Rosa Magdalena 

 

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The one thing that is consistent with my Make Nine plans is the inclusion of a handbag. I really like making them and have given serious thought to bag-making. It's a huge investment that requires a lot of time, skill, and heavy-duty machinery (e.g., industrial walking foot machine). Before I go down that road, I have to see if I like it and can do it well enough.

I've sewn three different Blue Calla patterns and wanted to try other designers. I happened upon Oro Rosa patterns on Instagram and bought the Magdalena. I like small purses and think this would be a nice addition to my wardrobe.

 

Fabric purchased abroad

 

Any time I travel internationally, I try to get at least one cut of fabric to remind me of my visit. I've got fabric from the UK dating as far back as 2008. Uh...yeah. I should probably sew that up.

 

That's all for now. I'm working on a wool tweed jacket (Simplicity 2810) because of course this is the type of project to get the sewjo flowing again (read:  it's totally not). 😏

 

L