So. Here is what I'd like to sew this summer for myself. Of course there is always room for spur of the moment creativity, but this list will help me when I'm not sure what to do.
Slip:
Simplicity 3352
View 1 (right side). Fabric: a lightweight white cotton in stash
Pajamas:
View 1 (right side). Fabric: a lightweight white cotton in stash
Pajamas:
Simplicity 3573
View A (bottom right). Fabric: I'm thinking a light swiss dot in the greenish color shown
Finally sewn Aug 2020!!
Swimsuit:
Jalie 3023 and 3351
Tops:
New Look 6285
View C (on top right), Fabric: Laguna Cotton Jersey on bottom half in medallions, orange solid on top
Completed and seen here
New Look 6470
View B (purple tank in middle right), Fabric: a fantastic ITY I just purchased! Beautiful Purple.
(made a muslin and completed another test top.
Completed in 2015 and seen here
Simplicity 3750
View E (the white one in the middle). Fabric: A cotton lawn, probably this one in my stash
I already made this before, and loved it but need to make it with the adjustments:
slightly longer and a bit larger in the bust; also I want to sew the main band down in the front
Butterick 4800
View A (bottom right). Fabric: I'm thinking a light swiss dot in the greenish color shown
Finally sewn Aug 2020!!
Swimsuit:
Jalie 3023 and 3351
Tank & Swim Shorts. Fabric: white bands and a cute grayish cherry print swim fabric
Completed finally in 2015 seen here
Dress:
Sewaholic Cambie
View A (on left) Fabric: This amazingly awesome cotton lawn by Marc Jacobs
McCall's 6957
View A and C (tank and s/s)
Fabric: not sure yet, I'd like to make the tank dress in an ITY, maybe this?
( this pattern was a FAIL). I blogged about it there in 2020, but in 2022 I finished sewing the dress (armbands, neckband, hem) and now that I've gained weight I LOVE the dress! I wear it all the time!! I would SIZE down at least 2 sizes if I were to make it again.
Completed finally in 2015 seen here
Dress:
Sewaholic Cambie
View A (on left) Fabric: This amazingly awesome cotton lawn by Marc Jacobs
McCall's 6957
View A and C (tank and s/s)
Fabric: not sure yet, I'd like to make the tank dress in an ITY, maybe this?
( this pattern was a FAIL). I blogged about it there in 2020, but in 2022 I finished sewing the dress (armbands, neckband, hem) and now that I've gained weight I LOVE the dress! I wear it all the time!! I would SIZE down at least 2 sizes if I were to make it again.
Skirts:
Vogue 1247
Vogue 1247
Skirt View: Fabric: Organic Cotton Twill in Cool River (in stash)
McCall's 6966
McCall's 6966
View D (striped one on right) Fabric: let's use up that failed maxi dress fabric :) striped rayon jersey
Tops:
New Look 6285
View C (on top right), Fabric: Laguna Cotton Jersey on bottom half in medallions, orange solid on top
Completed and seen here
New Look 6470
View B (purple tank in middle right), Fabric: a fantastic ITY I just purchased! Beautiful Purple.
(made a muslin and completed another test top.
Completed in 2015 and seen here
Simplicity 3750
View E (the white one in the middle). Fabric: A cotton lawn, probably this one in my stash
I already made this before, and loved it but need to make it with the adjustments:
slightly longer and a bit larger in the bust; also I want to sew the main band down in the front
Butterick 4800
View C (bottom green), Fabric: no clue! ha, this sounds like a reoccuring theme here. some kind of lawn from my stash.
Nix this. I tried to muslin it and it sucked. :(
McCall's 6964
View A (tank in middle); let's see how the Palmer/Pletsch fits :) Fabric: purple cotton jersey in stash
Simplicity 4813
View 3 (short sleeve on top). Fabric: a stretch blue gingham like this
Shorts:
Sewaholic Thurlow
View B shorts. Fabric: an amazing soft brushed flannel twill (in stash).
Made and they are too big. Need to try again.
Nix this. I tried to muslin it and it sucked. :(
McCall's 6964
View A (tank in middle); let's see how the Palmer/Pletsch fits :) Fabric: purple cotton jersey in stash
Simplicity 4813
View 3 (short sleeve on top). Fabric: a stretch blue gingham like this
Shorts:
Sewaholic Thurlow
View B shorts. Fabric: an amazing soft brushed flannel twill (in stash).
Made and they are too big. Need to try again.
Do you make sewing lists? Do you sew better with one?
~ Happy Sewing! ~ Kristin ~
~ Happy Sewing! ~ Kristin ~
Love your plans.. some great patterns.. Look forward to seeing what you will sew next.. Have fun.
ReplyDeleteThanks Judy! I'm excited to get some of them sewn up
DeleteLike many sewers I think, I have more plans than time! There are always things I need/want then someone will release a new pattern I love and that joins the queue too! I really hope to get some sewing time over the next three months as I am finishing the decorating today that has been a big drain on my time. I'm looking forward to sharing our projects over the summer!
ReplyDeleteI wish I had more time, and my body cooperated as much as my mind! Yay for finishing the decorating! I always love seeing your makes so I will be watching for them :)
DeleteYour plans look great! My list of to-do's are not getting any smaller, and like you I get overwhelmed and can't get anything done... I have found sewalongs to be quite helpful in getting specific items done, but that can also backfire when I have too little time to sew. The important thing is to have fun with it!
ReplyDeleteHappy sewing ;)
Thanks Siri! I like watching sew-alongs from the sidelines - too much pressure for me to handle! I can see how they would be motivating though. I guess it is better we have so much on our lists than nothing at all! :D
DeleteNice! I'm really swooning over that vintage blouse pattern!
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely a planner. Actually, I'm an over-planner, LOL! But I do best from a hand-written list, so I always have a tiny notebook where I keep my sewing plans. I write down my ideas in black ink, and then when I actually make them, I cross them off in red - that's the most exciting part!
Thanks Gail! I saw the blouse first on Siri's blog here http://pinhouseplaymate.blogspot.com/2013/10/my-very-first-blouse.html
Deleteand decided I had to have it! :)
I get excited when crossing off things too, I should try it in red! :) I like the tiny notebook idea - then it is always handy.
Looks like a great plan! I do better when I shop for fabric with a project in mind, writing it down so I know when it comes in the mail. So many times before by the time I get the fabric, I forgot what I bought it for! I have a few of these same patterns! I just bought the McCall's maxi skirt one. I decided I won't hold my height against me for trying it out. LOL I am definitely going to do it in a stripe too. Can't wait to see yours!
ReplyDeleteThanks Shirley! I try to shop the same way, and then forget when it comes ;-) I'm hoping this will help me keep track a bit better.
DeleteCan't wait to see your maxi, too!
Your plans look very fun - a nice mix of vintage and modern. I especially like the blue/white gingham shirt (to be).
ReplyDeleteI spreadsheet-ify everything. Although- I've learned to not be toooo detailed about my sewing plans, because that adds stress (because it takes time in itself and may not reflect what I want to do when the time comes) rather than simplifying things.
Thanks Joy! I am excited for that blouse too! I hope I can stick to the list because I am needing to beef up my wardrobe.
DeleteI agree with the stress of being too detailed - plus I tend to be a bit spur of the moment with my sewing, lol.