I'm a quilter and I love cats too. I have made fancy quilts. Just now I'm making my sweet Dil a quilt in her wedding colours, blush and sage. But just simple. Just a jelly roll quilt. Lovely fabric and a beautiful back. I like a simple quilt.
I love your Make 9 grid this year! I also love that you include a row dedicated to Big 4 patterns. I live in the USA and have the fortune of getting these patterns at a very low price at my local store. Sometimes the directions are a little confusing but they’re not as bad as some people make it out to be and sometimes I find that I learn more from figuring it out than if my hand was held. I have made the Butterick 6051 and it’s a really nice pattern and fit. I made view A, sleeveless with the crossover neckline and shortened to above the knees. A piece of advice is to make a neckband that attaches into the front panel because the way they do a fold over hem left my knit fabric stretched a little at the front neckline. Once I made a neckband similar to the sirocco jumpsuit, it fit perfectly snug to my chest. Happy sewing with your Make 9! 🧵💖
What a lovely selection Michelle for your Make 9. I have made the Sagebrush three times, two in viscose and one in cotton lawn, i absolutely love the viscose ones, more so than the more structured cotton lawn. Cath Craft has done a tutorial on how to reduce the puffiness on the Sagebrush sleeves which i found most helpful. Thank you.
Such a lovely set of patterns there Michelle and I think all those clothes patterns will look fab on you 👌. I love that you choose some bag and crafting ones too. The tote looks great and you will get that sewed up in no time Michelle 💪. Looking forward to seeing how you get on through the year 🙏💖🤗😘
Great plans! I don’t personally do a make 9, I do plan out my wardrobe by season and keep a list of what I want to make. It helps me prioritize what I really need and what would be nice to make.
I'm with you, I just finished my second quilting projects. One was a full size Christmas quilt, the other was I quilted my first quilt coat, I'm now trying to finish my third quilting project. I love those cat lap blankets, great idea. I also haven't sewn the TATB Lyra because a lot of people say there are fitting issues with the armsye, I've only been sewing for 18 months and I get flustered with adjusting patterns to fit me. I look forward to seeing if you run into any issues. Take care, I loved this blog❤
Another very enjoyable video. Looking forward to seeing your 2024 makes. I've made 3 Lyra's, love the dress. Just like you, I'm not sure about wrap over tops/dresses, and steer away from jumpsuits - maybe I should give one a go!!
I love your make nine. A lot of patterns I'd make too and I also have all of these except the jumpsuit. I like the new Zadie dress but I don't think I could do a jumpsuit. I just don't love my tummy area. I might sew along with you. ❤❤
Great Make 9 Plans! I love how you organized them into categories. I have made the New Look 6449 dress pattern, also in denim, and just happen to be wearing it as I watch your video! Yes, I love it that much and wear the dress often, usually with tights & boots or unbuttoned over leggings and a T-shirt. It is really comfortable and versatile, and the pockets are the best, including the chest pocket where I can put my reading glasses. Happy Sewing!
Lovely grid, Michelle! I totally copied your idea with separating the make nine plans into rows :) I have only made two of these patterns. I love the Sagebrush, and I have made several versions (including two without the elastic in the sleeve. Love that look, too). I have also made the Zadie, but I couldn't get the fit right. I have made two versions, and I sized down two sizes for both. There were still too much fabric at the back, and I looked like I wore a nappy. Ugh. Tried darts, and sway back adjustments, but I think it is harder to fit as I am slightly pear shaped. I have made two Zadies for my daughter, who has a more straight figure, and they look great on her. Good luck on your sewing!
I made the sagebrush top out of cotton lawn and could never bring myself to wear it. Couldn't get over the sleeves. I'll be interested to see yours in a drapier fabric.
I am 4 foot 10 and a high street size 16 and never thought the zadie would be a good match for me But everyone loves it on me, it just goes to show that you have to try
That’s a good make 9 Michelle. I too have ever made those very popular indie patterns. Am still not sure so will look forward to your reviews on them. Xx
I think all your clothes pattern choices will look wonderful on you. With the very easy vogue dress, I would use a drapey viscose which will be soft and floaty.
Lovely video, thanks. I was disappointed that Misty didn't come in and interrupt though! I have made the Sagebrush & I would definitely recommend a puff refuction for broad shoulders. If you end up enjoying bagmaking there are lots of You Tubers that do fantastic bagmaking tutorials that you may enjoy for future projects.
Michelle I’d love to see everything you made in 2023! I always enjoy seeing your cross stitch projects. The tote bag project looks like a good one! It’ll be fun to see your make 9 projects.
I love that you do stuff for the Cats Protection. My first cat came from them. I was due to pick up a little grey and white cat but when I arrived, they had just raided a breeder and had a house full of siamese cats. They bundled me off with this scrawny, yowling siamese and I was a bit shell-shocked at first. It took us 6 months to get him free of worms but he turned into a much-loved and long-lived pet and was later joined by two other rescued siamese. As for the sewing, I really enjoyed seeing your plans. The bag willl be a simple make. You are a good sewer, so will have no problems with that. I am like you though - I need a pattern. I am off to look at Cara's jersey maxi dress as I really like the look of that.
Hi Michelle, great vid with some awesome plans. you will love the Zadie jumpsuit! i have two and we are a similar size although I'm shorter, so I recommend you check the length in the body and legs. also if you haven't bought the Zadie pattern yet, you may like to get the expansion pack with the skirt. i have made two zadie dresses so far and they are fantastic! good luck with your plans! xx
An interesting vlog, thank you. I am new to your channel. I like the idea of Make 9, but I've not yet done it. It might be a little too organised for me, but I will give it a go. My problem could be narrowing down all my planned projects to just 9 :-) I found the varied choices in your grid very interesting. I have seen some different ideas regarding what a Make 9 can be comprised of, for example choosing 9 fabrics from one's stash to get sewn up, 9 sewing techniques to use for the first time, and choosing 9 pattern designers to try. I love all these different takes on it. I haven't made any of the patterns in your grid, but I do sew for Cats Protection, making mainly cat toys and mini quilts. I have volunteered for CP since 2011 and used to sew all sorts of things for them to sell or raffle, but we are all growing older and we don't run the twice yearly sales anymore, sadly.
Ah thank you for watching! Yes there are so many different variations of the make nine, even if you don’t take part this year it can give you some ideas 😁 how lovely to hear you also make things for the cats ❤️ xx
Hi, Michelle! You got me with your cat quilts! When you were introducing your grid< I glanced up and thought "She's doing placemats, too!" 😂 I just picked up some fabric to make some placemats with my granddaughter so I have placemats on my mind. I think that Vogue dress is adorable! If I catch a pattern sale and get the itch to make a dress, I may consider that one. I agree with your observations on fabric type. A draped viscose can really change how you feel in a. garment compared to a crisp linen or cotton. Though I am contemplating a linen shirt dress for summer...🤔 but how many dresses does a retiree need!🙄
Hi Michelle, lovely plans for 2024. For the lyra I recommend doing a toile, the bodice was tight for me across the bust and I'm definitely not big chested! Thanks for a lovely vlog x
I love your plans for Make 9 2024. I am participating and my video went live today. It's so difficult to narrow a list down to 9 items, but it is fun and rewarding also. I look forward to seeing your following your progress.
I’ve just made the zadie love love it and I waited and watched . Cutting out the sagebrush top I’m the same not sure about the sleeves but going to make in a viscose 🇦🇺💗
Really interesting and different make 9. I didn't do one last year as I have been too successful at completing them. This year I am trying 9 stash fabrics. Fingers crossed!
Sagebrush is lovely, I’ve made a long sleeve one too. Viscose is good for it. I haven’t made the Lyra either and the zadie I have an unfinished one made from cotton sateen. Wrong fabric but the sizing I found difficult. The top was fine but the bottom I sized down 2 sizes and it was still big so study the pattern sizes
Hi Michelle happy New year 🎉 I can't believe you have not tried the Lyra dress😮 you would be so able for it, I have made a few times but I think the next time I will put elastic at the waste. I made the sage top as well if you are big about the bust I'd leave the frill off. The fat quarters you could also use to make some tote bags. ❤
I find make 9 really motivating, it’s a January push in the right direction. I don’t beat myself up or berate myself for not getting one or two of them done because I find I’ve made many other things in their place. I’ve had that Butterick pattern for years unmade so I had a look on instagram after you mentioned it and recalled Cara’s version so that is going on my make 9. Thanks for sharing 🙏❤️💙💜
I love the planning stage of sewing, so I've made a Make 9 for this year as well. Like someone else mentioned, it motivates me to try things out of my comfort zone, or just have a general idea of what I want to make because I can see the garments fitting in my wardrobe really well. Butterick 6051 (which is my favourite maxi of all time) has also recently been published as New Look 6751, which only has 2 views but includes the scoop neck view that you mention. Might be one to keep an eye out for when it comes to sales :)
Love your choices for your make 9. I’ve made 2 zadies and I prefer the one in viscose to the first one made in a cotton poplin. The drape is wonderful in the viscose.
Love the sagebrush, I’ve made 3 now. Paige Joanna did a sleeve reduction which I used on my second one, my favourite one is in double gauze, like you I’ve got the Lyra , yet to make it. I’ve never been a jumpsuit girl but tried the Zadie in a short version ended up with two which I loved and wore on holiday. I’ve since made the Avenir by Friday Pattern company. Look forward to seeing all your makes x
I like make 9 as a way of organising my thoughts on what I'd like to sew but I don't feel pressured to follow through if I change my mind. For me it's a guideline, not a commitment.
I really like the process you used for your grid, Michelle. I haven’t been tempted to make a plan for Make Nine in the past, but you’ve tempted me with your plan. Hmmmm. 🧐 I’ll be interested in finding out how yours evolves. Much admiration for you and your sews! What software do you use to create your grid? I’m thinking of exploring Canva (for many purposes) but fear going down another rabbit hole. 😳😂
Happy New Year to you! Lovely plans for 2024. I’m making the Cielo top and the Pietra pants are next. I’m trying to make four garments this year. Go me! Can’t wait to see your makes for this year. Thank you for sharing! Your friend Diane ❤
Hi Michelle, great video as always. I also really want to make the sagebrush, Lyra and zadie this year as I keep putting them off. I tend to lean towards making stretch garments as there’s less concern re fitting so I just need to bite the bullet and crack on with the wovens! I’ll look forward to seeing yours 😊 x
I made four Zadies last year, it’s such a fab pattern! I’m planning another one this year (as part of my first Make Nine ever!) but a hacked version with slightly slimmer legs. When I bumped into you at Ally Pally last year, I was actually wearing my favourite Zadie, a yellow flowery version. Your plans look great, looking forward to seeing them coming to fruition xxx
Hi Michelle, love your thoughts on make 9 and your top line is great. My friend gave me a cross stitch birthday card with sewing machine and other sewing items and I have framed it as it was so lovely to receive and know the work that went into it. I’ve set out a rough plan based on 8 garment types plus 1 as other crafts. I have the vogue dress from a sewing mag and have thought the same as you, but determined to make it this year in a mix of plain and floral viscose. Looking forward to seeing how you get on with your make 9.
Happy to see your new video Michelle! Just like you about a week ago I was outside walking here in snowy Canada and slipped on some ice and broke not one but both of my wrists! It has been helpful having seen your videos over Vlogmas to know that I’ll be able to get back into my crafts again in time. In the meantime I have many videos to watch and look forward to from my favourite TH-camrs 😊 Happy new year!
Oh nooo Penny! 😭 I’m so sorry to hear of your accident and sending hugs and hope you have a speedy recovery so you can get back to crafting but make sure you look after yourself xx
Love your channel Michelle. I did make a make 9 list , will see how much progress I will make. You're absolutely right, you don't know if you don't try!!! Thanks for being you ❤
Ah love these! I have all three of the big 4s, I’ve only made the jersey dress of the denim dress pattern tho! Love the denim dress, it will look great on you and also open over a t shirt dress will look fab! x
Happy New Year. Loved watching your Ch.ristmas vlog, especially with your cats. You give me so much inspiration with your fabric choices and patterns. I hope to sew more clothes this year instead of quilts, which was my pashion. Happy sewing from British Columbia Canada.
Definitely on team Make Nine. Yours looks well thought out and I love that you included the cross stitch cards and kitty blankets. If you’d like to see mine, I posted a video of my Make Nine to my TH-cam channel last week.
Happy new year Michelle. I like the V9237 pattern and have made 2. The only thing that I'd change, when I make it again, is to do a shoulder adjustment as it's a little wide for me - it falls a little off the shoulder but I think that's how it's designed. I'd be interested to hear how you find it, and I look forward to seeing your make 😊
Hi Michelle! Happy new year. I’m not doing a make 9 this year but I have done in the past. I just wanted to mention that my very first garment was the New Look shirt dress. I made it in 2018 and still love it and wear it. The instructions are not as bad as you may think but it is about 1 size too big. I just wanted to let you know about that 😊
Happy New Year Michelle. I love make 9, only realistically set myself up for Make 5 & manage 3. Love to see your ideas & it motivates me to try & make more time for sewing 😀
Happy New Year Michelle! It's a very interesting plan! The big 4 have nice designs but they required so many modifications to fit me that it is ridiculous😅... always make me feel like my body is weird... I was literally on the friday pattern co website this week-end and almost bought the sage pattern but I was there for the wilder gown and stuck to the plan😊. Can't wait to see yours!
Can I make a tip ? When I remember I use Listerene as a gargle and I haven’t had a cold for 10 years they say that most germs start in the throat so if my throat feels a bit funny I have a gargle or if I’ve been n company and someone has a cold so give it a go 🤧🤧🤧
I like your thought process! If you like it try it. I have had my eye on the Zadie for years, but not sure…LOL! Can’t wait to see your makes. What size do you make the quilted cat blankets?
Love the idea of make nine but know I would never stick to it! Too much of a butterfly! I have made the Sagebrush because I loved it but didn't really think it was for me as I am quite 'busty' - but I love it so much and it does suit me so I now have three versions, so do try it. I am also thinking of the Lyra dress - I recently bought a shirt dress because I loved the fabric and realised that a shirt dress is OK on my figure if I fit it properly - I am beginning to think it suits most people.
P. S. Do you use a specific pattern or instructions for your cross stitch cards? After hearing about them, I have a few special people that I might consider making cards for. I also enjoy cross stitch but a lot of cross stitch projects seem to take forever!
By no means am I insinuating you are small busted, but I have always had that problem with wrap styles and did the small bust adjustment on the last couple I’ve made and voila, no more gaping.
You could be right, I often find that my bust size is 1 or 2 sizes smaller than my waist and hip dress size in patterns. I tend to grade between sizes by a small bust adjustment could be a better idea xx
Happy New Year Michelle, an interesting make 9. When I saw the Lyra on your grid I immediately thought of Ruan @theyorkshiresewgirl, she may have made 1 or 2! 😂
I'm a quilter and I love cats too. I have made fancy quilts. Just now I'm making my sweet Dil a quilt in her wedding colours, blush and sage. But just simple. Just a jelly roll quilt. Lovely fabric and a beautiful back. I like a simple quilt.
Ahh that sounds like a beautiful gift 😍 I love the sound of those colours too xx
I love your Make 9 grid this year! I also love that you include a row dedicated to Big 4 patterns. I live in the USA and have the fortune of getting these patterns at a very low price at my local store. Sometimes the directions are a little confusing but they’re not as bad as some people make it out to be and sometimes I find that I learn more from figuring it out than if my hand was held. I have made the Butterick 6051 and it’s a really nice pattern and fit. I made view A, sleeveless with the crossover neckline and shortened to above the knees. A piece of advice is to make a neckband that attaches into the front panel because the way they do a fold over hem left my knit fabric stretched a little at the front neckline. Once I made a neckband similar to the sirocco jumpsuit, it fit perfectly snug to my chest. Happy sewing with your Make 9! 🧵💖
Oh great tips thank you 😁👍
Absolutely loved that round up of your make nine plans!
What a lovely selection Michelle for your Make 9. I have made the Sagebrush three times, two in viscose and one in cotton lawn, i absolutely love the viscose ones, more so than the more structured cotton lawn. Cath Craft has done a tutorial on how to reduce the puffiness on the Sagebrush sleeves which i found most helpful. Thank you.
Oh good to know or you prefer the sagebrush in viscose 👍 I have seen about reducing the sleeve so that is an option as well which is a great idea x
Such a lovely set of patterns there Michelle and I think all those clothes patterns will look fab on you 👌. I love that you choose some bag and crafting ones too. The tote looks great and you will get that sewed up in no time Michelle 💪. Looking forward to seeing how you get on through the year 🙏💖🤗😘
Oh thank you! X
Great plans! I don’t personally do a make 9, I do plan out my wardrobe by season and keep a list of what I want to make. It helps me prioritize what I really need and what would be nice to make.
Oh great idea to do it by season 👍
I'm with you, I just finished my second quilting projects. One was a full size Christmas quilt, the other was I quilted my first quilt coat, I'm now trying to finish my third quilting project. I love those cat lap blankets, great idea. I also haven't sewn the TATB Lyra because a lot of people say there are fitting issues with the armsye, I've only been sewing for 18 months and I get flustered with adjusting patterns to fit me. I look forward to seeing if you run into any issues. Take care, I loved this blog❤
Wow sounds like you have done really really for 18months of sewing 😁👍 thanks for letting me know about the Lyra I’ll look out for that x
Another very enjoyable video. Looking forward to seeing your 2024 makes. I've made 3 Lyra's, love the dress. Just like you, I'm not sure about wrap over tops/dresses, and steer away from jumpsuits - maybe I should give one a go!!
Lovely to hear you like the Lyra! I can’t wait to try it 🤩
Lovely plans Michelle
I like your attitude.
New Look 6449 … FYI, the jersey dress is a great pattern for a comfy, t-shirt dress. I made view A a couple of times and love it.
Oh fab! Thanks for letting me know 😁 I may cut that out at the same time when I use the shirt dress pattern 👍
I love your make nine. A lot of patterns I'd make too and I also have all of these except the jumpsuit. I like the new Zadie dress but I don't think I could do a jumpsuit. I just don't love my tummy area. I might sew along with you. ❤❤
Yeah jumpsuits I am not sure suit me but I’ll give it a go and report back on how I got on 😁
Great Make 9 Plans! I love how you organized them into categories. I have made the New Look 6449 dress pattern, also in denim, and just happen to be wearing it as I watch your video! Yes, I love it that much and wear the dress often, usually with tights & boots or unbuttoned over leggings and a T-shirt. It is really comfortable and versatile, and the pockets are the best, including the chest pocket where I can put my reading glasses. Happy Sewing!
Ahh great to know ow you love and wear the newlook pattern a lot 😁❤️ I think knit will be a great piece in my wardrobe xx
Lovely grid, Michelle! I totally copied your idea with separating the make nine plans into rows :)
I have only made two of these patterns. I love the Sagebrush, and I have made several versions (including two without the elastic in the sleeve. Love that look, too). I have also made the Zadie, but I couldn't get the fit right. I have made two versions, and I sized down two sizes for both. There were still too much fabric at the back, and I looked like I wore a nappy. Ugh. Tried darts, and sway back adjustments, but I think it is harder to fit as I am slightly pear shaped. I have made two Zadies for my daughter, who has a more straight figure, and they look great on her. Good luck on your sewing!
About the Zady Jump Suit, you will love it, I have made three and there will be more. x happy sewing x
Ohh good to know 👍
I also want to make the Zadie. What type of fabric works best?
I made the sagebrush top out of cotton lawn and could never bring myself to wear it. Couldn't get over the sleeves. I'll be interested to see yours in a drapier fabric.
I know you said you're the back end of a cold, but you do look glowy and healthy today ❤️. Xx
Aww thank you so much 🥰
I am 4 foot 10 and a high street size 16 and never thought the zadie would be a good match for me
But everyone loves it on me, it just goes to show that you have to try
Ah so pleased you love it! Yes I will give it a go and I hope I like it too 🤞 x
That’s a good make 9 Michelle. I too have ever made those very popular indie patterns. Am still not sure so will look forward to your reviews on them. Xx
I think all your clothes pattern choices will look wonderful on you. With the very easy vogue dress, I would use a drapey viscose which will be soft and floaty.
Lovely video, thanks.
I was disappointed that Misty didn't come in and interrupt though! I have made the Sagebrush & I would definitely recommend a puff refuction for broad shoulders. If you end up enjoying bagmaking there are lots of You Tubers that do fantastic bagmaking tutorials that you may enjoy for future projects.
I only got 2 done last year, but it's supposed to be fun, so I just roll the others into 2024😁
Good idea! As long as you enjoy making them then that’s the main thing x
Michelle I’d love to see everything you made in 2023! I always enjoy seeing your cross stitch projects. The tote bag project looks like a good one! It’ll be fun to see your make 9 projects.
Ahh thanks Maureen ❤️❤️
Very lovely choices for your make 9 .Looking forward to seeing them.
Great vlog as always. I have just ordered the Explorer Tote Noodlehead bag pattern am excited to try a bag can’t wait to see how yours turns out ❤
I agree the New Look 6449 is beautiful! Would love to see how you make it. Good luck with all your projects they are all stunning. 😊
Ah thank you so much ❤️
I love that you do stuff for the Cats Protection. My first cat came from them. I was due to pick up a little grey and white cat but when I arrived, they had just raided a breeder and had a house full of siamese cats. They bundled me off with this scrawny, yowling siamese and I was a bit shell-shocked at first. It took us 6 months to get him free of worms but he turned into a much-loved and long-lived pet and was later joined by two other rescued siamese. As for the sewing, I really enjoyed seeing your plans. The bag willl be a simple make. You are a good sewer, so will have no problems with that. I am like you though - I need a pattern. I am off to look at Cara's jersey maxi dress as I really like the look of that.
Great grid!! I'm looking forward to seeing them made up 😊
I love the shirt dress . Can’t wait to see yours done .
Ah thanks 🤩
Thank you for sharing, this was inspirational! I liked your thoughts on your chosen patterns, my style is similar! Happy sewing!
Ah thank you so much 😊
I've made that Vogue pattern and I really like it.
Oh great to know thank you 😁
Great plans and love that you're willing to go out of your comfort zone with new styles ❤
Happy New Year! Love your plans, please consider maybe a sew along to the Zadie jumpsuit, you may just convince me can do it too, with your help!! 🐾🐾
Thank you, hopefully I will get round to the zadie x
Some lovely ideas Michelle, and I like that you have quite a mix of projects including crafts.❤
Thanks so much! 😊
Great selection for your make 9 . ❤
Thank you! 🤗
Hi Michelle, great vid with some awesome plans. you will love the Zadie jumpsuit! i have two and we are a similar size although I'm shorter, so I recommend you check the length in the body and legs. also if you haven't bought the Zadie pattern yet, you may like to get the expansion pack with the skirt. i have made two zadie dresses so far and they are fantastic! good luck with your plans! xx
Ah glad to hear you love the zadie! I can’t wait to try it x
An interesting vlog, thank you. I am new to your channel. I like the idea of Make 9, but I've not yet done it. It might be a little too organised for me, but I will give it a go. My problem could be narrowing down all my planned projects to just 9 :-) I found the varied choices in your grid very interesting. I have seen some different ideas regarding what a Make 9 can be comprised of, for example choosing 9 fabrics from one's stash to get sewn up, 9 sewing techniques to use for the first time, and choosing 9 pattern designers to try. I love all these different takes on it. I haven't made any of the patterns in your grid, but I do sew for Cats Protection, making mainly cat toys and mini quilts. I have volunteered for CP since 2011 and used to sew all sorts of things for them to sell or raffle, but we are all growing older and we don't run the twice yearly sales anymore, sadly.
Ah thank you for watching! Yes there are so many different variations of the make nine, even if you don’t take part this year it can give you some ideas 😁 how lovely to hear you also make things for the cats ❤️ xx
Hi, Michelle! You got me with your cat quilts! When you were introducing your grid< I glanced up and thought "She's doing placemats, too!" 😂 I just picked up some fabric to make some placemats with my granddaughter so I have placemats on my mind. I think that Vogue dress is adorable! If I catch a pattern sale and get the itch to make a dress, I may consider that one. I agree with your observations on fabric type. A draped viscose can really change how you feel in a. garment compared to a crisp linen or cotton. Though I am contemplating a linen shirt dress for summer...🤔 but how many dresses does a retiree need!🙄
Hi Michelle, lovely plans for 2024. For the lyra I recommend doing a toile, the bodice was tight for me across the bust and I'm definitely not big chested! Thanks for a lovely vlog x
Oh good to know thank you 😁
I love your plans for Make 9 2024. I am participating and my video went live today. It's so difficult to narrow a list down to 9 items, but it is fun and rewarding also. I look forward to seeing your following your progress.
Ahh thank you ❤️
I’ve just made the zadie love love it and I waited and watched . Cutting out the sagebrush top I’m the same not sure about the sleeves but going to make in a viscose 🇦🇺💗
Wonderful! ❤️
Lovely choices Michelle x
Thank you ❤️
Really interesting and different make 9. I didn't do one last year as I have been too successful at completing them. This year I am trying 9 stash fabrics. Fingers crossed!
What a great idea of make nine with stash fabrics 😁 best of luck with it xx
Sagebrush is lovely, I’ve made a long sleeve one too. Viscose is good for it. I haven’t made the Lyra either and the zadie I have an unfinished one made from cotton sateen. Wrong fabric but the sizing I found difficult. The top was fine but the bottom I sized down 2 sizes and it was still big so study the pattern sizes
Oh good to hear your experience of the patterns thank you 😁👍
Great idea to include all the crafts I have quite a few unfinished things I am going to try and finish
Wishing you best of luck finishing them 😁
Amazing make nine collection! I have one cross stitch project on my make nine too - my first ever cross stitch project 🤞🏽
Ohh best of luck with your first cross stitch xx
Hi Michelle happy New year 🎉 I can't believe you have not tried the Lyra dress😮 you would be so able for it, I have made a few times but I think the next time I will put elastic at the waste. I made the sage top as well if you are big about the bust I'd leave the frill off. The fat quarters you could also use to make some tote bags. ❤
Yes I can’t wait to try the Lyra 😁 glad to hear you like it too. Thanks for the tips x
I find make 9 really motivating, it’s a January push in the right direction. I don’t beat myself up or berate myself for not getting one or two of them done because I find I’ve made many other things in their place. I’ve had that Butterick pattern for years unmade so I had a look on instagram after you mentioned it and recalled Cara’s version so that is going on my make 9. Thanks for sharing 🙏❤️💙💜
Ah yes exactly what I think k about the make nine, lovely to hear you feel it motivating too 👍 ohh hope you enjoy making the dress 😁
I love the planning stage of sewing, so I've made a Make 9 for this year as well. Like someone else mentioned, it motivates me to try things out of my comfort zone, or just have a general idea of what I want to make because I can see the garments fitting in my wardrobe really well. Butterick 6051 (which is my favourite maxi of all time) has also recently been published as New Look 6751, which only has 2 views but includes the scoop neck view that you mention. Might be one to keep an eye out for when it comes to sales :)
Thank you for letting me know 😁❤️
Love your choices for your make 9. I’ve made 2 zadies and I prefer the one in viscose to the first one made in a cotton poplin. The drape is wonderful in the viscose.
Ah that’s so good to hear thank you! Yes I think viscose will be the fabric for me too 😁
Love the sagebrush, I’ve made 3 now. Paige Joanna did a sleeve reduction which I used on my second one, my favourite one is in double gauze, like you I’ve got the Lyra , yet to make it. I’ve never been a jumpsuit girl but tried the Zadie in a short version ended up with two which I loved and wore on holiday. I’ve since made the Avenir by Friday Pattern company. Look forward to seeing all your makes x
Ohh great to hear thank you! And a double gauze sagebrush sounds fab 😍
Great plans, the zadie is in my make 9, I had the same thoughts on the sagebrush and Lyra and made it in a viscose and love them x
I like make 9 as a way of organising my thoughts on what I'd like to sew but I don't feel pressured to follow through if I change my mind. For me it's a guideline, not a commitment.
Yes that is a great way of looking at the make nine 👍
I really like the process you used for your grid, Michelle. I haven’t been tempted to make a plan for Make Nine in the past, but you’ve tempted me with your plan. Hmmmm. 🧐 I’ll be interested in finding out how yours evolves. Much admiration for you and your sews! What software do you use to create your grid? I’m thinking of exploring Canva (for many purposes) but fear going down another rabbit hole. 😳😂
Ahh thanks Lynn! I just used the ‘layout’ app on my iPhone. You just click the pictures and put them where you like them so it’s super easy to use x
Happy New Year to you! Lovely plans for 2024. I’m making the Cielo top and the Pietra pants are next. I’m trying to make four garments this year. Go me! Can’t wait to see your makes for this year. Thank you for sharing! Your friend Diane ❤
Hi Michelle, great video as always. I also really want to make the sagebrush, Lyra and zadie this year as I keep putting them off. I tend to lean towards making stretch garments as there’s less concern re fitting so I just need to bite the bullet and crack on with the wovens! I’ll look forward to seeing yours 😊 x
Thank you! Yes I know what you mean about jersey being a lot easier for fitting x
I made four Zadies last year, it’s such a fab pattern! I’m planning another one this year (as part of my first Make Nine ever!) but a hacked version with slightly slimmer legs. When I bumped into you at Ally Pally last year, I was actually wearing my favourite Zadie, a yellow flowery version.
Your plans look great, looking forward to seeing them coming to fruition xxx
Yes I remember the yellow! It was beautiful 🤩 I have seen so many gorgeous Zadies and I need to be part of the club!! X
Hi Michelle, love your thoughts on make 9 and your top line is great. My friend gave me a cross stitch birthday card with sewing machine and other sewing items and I have framed it as it was so lovely to receive and know the work that went into it. I’ve set out a rough plan based on 8 garment types plus 1 as other crafts. I have the vogue dress from a sewing mag and have thought the same as you, but determined to make it this year in a mix of plain and floral viscose. Looking forward to seeing how you get on with your make 9.
Ah great to hear and best of luck with your list of things to make. Have fun sewing xx
Happy to see your new video Michelle! Just like you about a week ago I was outside walking here in snowy Canada and slipped on some ice and broke not one but both of my wrists! It has been helpful having seen your videos over Vlogmas to know that I’ll be able to get back into my crafts again in time. In the meantime I have many videos to watch and look forward to from my favourite TH-camrs 😊 Happy new year!
Oh nooo Penny! 😭 I’m so sorry to hear of your accident and sending hugs and hope you have a speedy recovery so you can get back to crafting but make sure you look after yourself xx
I will Michelle! My husband is a rockstar. Hes tayking great care of me too.
Happy New Year! Look forward to seeing your makes 9, and your makes 2023 ❤ x
Thank you 😁❤️
Love your channel Michelle. I did make a make 9 list , will see how much progress I will make. You're absolutely right, you don't know if you don't try!!! Thanks for being you ❤
Ahh amazing! Best of luck with your make nine ❤️
Ah love these! I have all three of the big 4s, I’ve only made the jersey dress of the denim dress pattern tho! Love the denim dress, it will look great on you and also open over a t shirt dress will look fab! x
Ahh thanks Sarah! I’m quite tempted to make the jersey dress on that pattern now as a few people have said it is a good one xx
Happy New Year. Loved watching your Ch.ristmas vlog, especially with your cats. You give me so much inspiration with your fabric choices and patterns. I hope to sew more clothes this year instead of quilts, which was my pashion. Happy sewing from British Columbia Canada.
Happy new year! I hope you enjoy doing more garments. I think it’s lovey to be able to do a mix of crafts x
Definitely on team Make Nine. Yours looks well thought out and I love that you included the cross stitch cards and kitty blankets. If you’d like to see mine, I posted a video of my Make Nine to my TH-cam channel last week.
Ohh thank you I’ll take a look x
Happy new year Michelle. I like the V9237 pattern and have made 2. The only thing that I'd change, when I make it again, is to do a shoulder adjustment as it's a little wide for me - it falls a little off the shoulder but I think that's how it's designed. I'd be interested to hear how you find it, and I look forward to seeing your make 😊
Oh thank you! So nice to hear you like the pattern and how you found it 😁👍
Hi Michelle! Happy new year. I’m not doing a make 9 this year but I have done in the past. I just wanted to mention that my very first garment was the New Look shirt dress. I made it in 2018 and still love it and wear it. The instructions are not as bad as you may think but it is about 1 size too big. I just wanted to let you know about that 😊
Ah that’s so helpful thank you! It’s lovey to hear you liked it too 😁👍
Happy New Year Michelle. I love make 9, only realistically set myself up for Make 5 & manage 3. Love to see your ideas & it motivates me to try & make more time for sewing 😀
That’s a great idea to bring the number down to what is a more realistic goal for you! Happy sewing xx
I love my zadie only made a shirt version to check fit but definitely want to make a long leg version 😊 great plans Michelle and happy new year x
Oh good to know you like the zadie 👍
Short version not shirt 😚
Happy New Year Michelle! It's a very interesting plan! The big 4 have nice designs but they required so many modifications to fit me that it is ridiculous😅... always make me feel like my body is weird... I was literally on the friday pattern co website this week-end and almost bought the sage pattern but I was there for the wilder gown and stuck to the plan😊. Can't wait to see yours!
Yeah the big 4 can be quite hit and miss I find too! Oh have fun with the wilder gown I made that a while ago and it is lovely
Can I make a tip ? When I remember I use Listerene as a gargle and I haven’t had a cold for 10 years they say that most germs start in the throat so if my throat feels a bit funny I have a gargle or if I’ve been n company and someone has a cold so give it a go 🤧🤧🤧
I like your thought process! If you like it try it. I have had my eye on the Zadie for years, but not sure…LOL! Can’t wait to see your makes. What size do you make the quilted cat blankets?
Ahh thank you! 😁
My cat blankets use I 4.5 inch squares in a 6x6 grid x
Thank you! I have a friend with cats that I think might find one useful.@@SewingBunny
Hi just to let you know Andrea is putting the cat label's on her site ❤
Ohhhh!!!! Thank you for letting me know 😻😻😻
Love the idea of make nine but know I would never stick to it! Too much of a butterfly! I have made the Sagebrush because I loved it but didn't really think it was for me as I am quite 'busty' - but I love it so much and it does suit me so I now have three versions, so do try it. I am also thinking of the Lyra dress - I recently bought a shirt dress because I loved the fabric and realised that a shirt dress is OK on my figure if I fit it properly - I am beginning to think it suits most people.
Yeah the make nine isn’t for everyone and totally understandable 😁 great to hear you made the sagebrush x
P. S. Do you use a specific pattern or instructions for your cross stitch cards? After hearing about them, I have a few special people that I might consider making cards for. I also enjoy cross stitch but a lot of cross stitch projects seem to take forever!
I do a variety of little kits or i download patterns which are perfect for cards and don’t take as long 😁
By no means am I insinuating you are small busted, but I have always had that problem with wrap styles and did the small bust adjustment on the last couple I’ve made and voila, no more gaping.
You could be right, I often find that my bust size is 1 or 2 sizes smaller than my waist and hip dress size in patterns. I tend to grade between sizes by a small bust adjustment could be a better idea xx
Happy New Year Michelle, an interesting make 9. When I saw the Lyra on your grid I immediately thought of Ruan @theyorkshiresewgirl, she may have made 1 or 2! 😂
Yes she does love a Lyra 😁