Make Nine 2023

2023 got off to a rocky start. The bruise from the IV that was in my arm has finally healed. 😔 I'm better now *fingers crossed*.

 

I finally completed my intentions for Make Nine 2023. As with previous plans, the majority of the grid consists of patterns that have been in and out of the sewing queue.  To my own surprise, four of the patterns are from (fairly) recent releases.

Two tops:  Simplicity 8791 &  Simplicity 9646

Lately, I've been drawn to shirt patterns (knit and woven) with full sleeves. So when I saw 9646, I knew I wanted to make it. I'm a wee bit on the fence about the dropped shoulder seam morphing into the full lower sleeve. We'll see how it goes.

Simplicity 8791 is a classic and I've wanted to make it for a while now. I think I'll do view C (modeled), though I do like view B (red) with the double peplum. 

Two skirts:  Simplicity 8609 & Simplicity 9377

Honestly, I don't remember why I added 8609. I think I saw something on Instgram some time ago that sparked an interest in this type of pleated skirt. Eh...I don't know if this one will remain on the grid.

I do like 9377. I have some linen that I think will go nicely with this pattern. I'll likely do a test version first to see how all those buttons are going to work.

Two dresses:  McCall's 8030 & McCall's 8286

 

When 8030 was first released, I didn't think much of it. When people started sharing their versions, the pattern grew on me. I really like the play on stripes and intend to do the same with my version. If I have enough fabric, think I'll make view A with the sleeve cuffs and belt.

8286 - a wrapped shirt dress with collar and curved hem? Um...YES please! I like this so much I bought two copies in anticipation of making multiple versions. I hope this pattern delivers!

Oro Rosa Magdalena 

 

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As with all of my Make Nine plans, I include a handbag. I really, really like making handbags and have been acquiring fabric and hardware to keep going. I like the challenge of coordinating fabric, vinyl/leather, and hardware as well as putting all the pieces together. 

Magdalena was part of my Make Nine 2022 grid, but I changed it for Oro Rosa's Catalina bag that had just been released. I really like Alexis' patterns because the styles are unique (to me at least) and her instructions are very clear and comprehensive.

Closet Core Kelly Anorak

Every time I see this pop up on the internets, I get excited all over again. I love the details of the jacket and it looks like it would be interesting to make. I'll definitely make a muslin to test the fit. Hopefully, I'll have this done in time for Spring.

Deep stash

I have a lot of fabric (we are not going to talk numbers 😅). Some pieces date back 15 years and it's doing no good aging in my basement. My partner once said that the fun for me was in buying fabric and not using it. Ouch. He's not wrong, but homie didn't have to call me out like that. =) Anyway, a stash reduction is in order and the best way to achieve this is by sewing, selling, and/or donating.

That's it for the plan for now. Though these are the patterns I've chosen, I am not wedded to anything on the grid. My Make Nine is flexible and subject to what I feel like sewing.

L