Happy New Year (it’s not too late to say that. It’s still January-LOL)! Although I did a video about my 2021 sewing plans (here), I really wanted to write a blog post about it too. I want to share some sewing goals/ideas with you and the best way to hold myself accountable is to write it out.

I wrote a list, in no particular order, of what I want to do or work on this year. This will be the year I make a jumpsuit or “aviator” style jumpsuit. Over the past few years I have talked myself out of it. But maybe, this is the year – I hope! I actually just bought a McCall’s pattern (M8046-Trudy) that has a long and short version.

This pattern I recently purchased features a biker jacket.

I have a BurdaStyle pattern that I’ve made before that I really love. That blog post is here. So that’s another great option. One thing I realize is that I love making things like jackets and jeans. They can take more time to fit, but it’s such a great feeling once I’ve completed a project like this.

At this time, most of my project thinking is going into cold winter days and into Spring. Since I never know how long it’s going to take me to get to a particular project, I like to think ahead.

I have plans for another shirtdress as well. Since it’s is such a versatile garment, I’ll add one to my wardrobe. There are many patterns (and I have more than a few), so I have endless options. And I hope to make a maxi dress at some point this year as well.

As always, my goal is to improve garment fit. That’s an ongoing process as bodies change. I learn so much with studying how different things are made. Paying attention to the construction can really help.

This is just a quick look at what I plan to do this year. I will share with you throughout the year what specifically I’m sewing.

Do you have any sewing plans or goals you’re working on this year?

Let me know in the comments. I always love to know what others are working on!