What Sewing Technique Would You Like To Master In 2025?

Share one sewing goal you'd like to achieve next year - a certain technique or type of pattern you haven't tried yet. For me... it's a coat! Although it's been my goal for the last two years, maybe 2025 will be the one!

I would love to make a pair of trousers...I have made a suit, bridesmaids dresses and lots of other garments over the years but have been terrified of making trousers. So making my own trousers is my goal for 2025 

Oooh that's a good goal!! 

I want to tackle zips next year. I've sewn a few on bags but not garments as I always opt for elasticated dresses and skirts as I know they're more likely to fit. 

Buttons for me, the thought of it all going wrong and ruining my garment terrifies me. Will opt for zips or elastic every time. I am going to challenge myself to try them next year though having just bought the TATB Nell dress.

Funny you should ask as I literally came here to start a make nine thread. Mine is all about upping my skills level.

Love this Kelly, very well thought out plans! 

That's so interesting - I'll always opt for buttons over zips! The Nell dress is a good one to start as the buttons are only on the bodice. Practice a few times on a scrap of the fabric you're using before going for the real thing

I've started making more bags recently so I want to learn how to put rivets in. Oh and I'd like to perfect a v-neck top, my v- necks always look messy

Thank you Hayley 🤩

Invisible zips are my nemesis-the two sides never match up😬. And v-necks are a challenge too.

Making clothes using a pattern terrifies me. Even a basic pair of trousers scares me. I make tote bags, cushions, bunting etc but I really want to use this year to start making my own clothes

I hope we can inspire and give you the confidence to have a go - I always recommend a simple pair of pj bottoms like Tilly and the Buttons Jamies - they are a great first pattern and don't take any fitting - you only really need your hip measurement as the elastic will pull in the waist. 

I've had a bra making kit sitting in my stash for over a year and a half, so I'd definitely like to have a go at making a bra in 2025! 

That's definitley something I'd like to try one day! 

I want to work on my fitting skills - especially trousers. 

Jamie PJ bottoms were my first ever garment I made! I was surprised how easy they came together and definitely recommend it.

That's a really great goal!

I've just sewn up the Sew House 7 Skyline Tee, which has a v-neck option (its a jersey pattern). It had really good instructions for sewing the neckband on - would recommend.