What's NEXT for My Sewing Machine This Autumn and Winter?

[@cathybodini5168]

I would love to see a longer video on making the Petra pants❤

[@pams-w1847]

For the Hovea, black lining with hot pink piping!

[@meldixon1918]

Loved this video. My vote is a black lining in the cocoon coat and a royal blue to go with the leopard print!

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you! Royal blue would look lovely - thank for suggesting ☺️

[@clairewilson2323]

I love the pietra pants but I had to size down and take 2cm off the top it’s a great pattern

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for watching! I’m thinking I might bosh up a quick muslin for them to check the fit. I suspect I might need to do the same as you with taking some of the top off so will be interesting to see how they turn out.

[@SewMyTime]

Great plans!! Go with your heart I say- life is short- have fun 😅. Black lining for coat though- the outside will do the talking. You are going to be very busy indeed. Good Luck and Happy sewing 😊. Lynne

[@RipperSeams]

Too right. I’ve decided to go for the bold choices. Although have something fun lined up for the coat. I was thinking the outside and inside could both talk and they could have a conversation about how awesome they look together 😜☺️

[@ClaudiaKarus]

I think a Gold thread would be a great choice to go with your cinnamon fabric❤

[@leepayk-bann3489]

I like chocolate brown top stitching thread and candy pink lining.

[@RipperSeams]

Ooooh - brown topstitching… I like it!!

[@sandy_sews]

The Pietra pants are also on my makes list for this season. However, due to me living in 🇦🇺 and it already going up to 39 degrees I will be making the shorts version. As to your jacket linings, I think do what makes your heart happy. A pink for the animal print would be great and a red lining for your red coat would be fab. Look forward to seeing them completed.

[@kerryjames1923]

I have just recently made the Pietra pants in a linen and I love them, will be making more. I did the tapered leg but want to do the wide leg next.

[@jackief7849]

That pink coating is amazing, cannot wait to see it made up. Lining fabric, be bold xx

[@RipperSeams]

Yup… going bold! I think I’ve found the lining. Just going to sleep on it to make sure 😁

[@nicky-Sewandsnip]

Great plans. That red/pink coat is going to look amazing, I think a shot or two tone fabric would look perfect for the lining

[@RipperSeams]

I have been looking for linings tonight. Found some lovely shot linings which I have on a backup list as think I’m going for a complimentary print on the inside. Got 3 shortlisted so now the fun job of picking one. Too much pressure. Going to sleep on it 😜

[@geraldinegorman9597]

Great plans love the lady McElroy fabric. Black lining definitely, more dramatic! ❤

[@TheFrenchSeams_vlog]

Such lovely plans!’n and big yes for funky lining!!! I think the transat dress is a gorgeous pattern, I’d love to try it! And those birds are so pretty!

[@RipperSeams]

I have found some funky lining… but more than one… now I have to choose… too hard!! 😩 Distracted myself with the birds instead and cut that one out tonight. Transat is go!

[@marywallace5248]

I’ve just made the Pietra pants. Fabulous pattern, I made the narrow leg in a cotton with a tiny bit of stretch.

[@RipperSeams]

Sounds like a success. I bet they look amazing! Hope I follow suit! ☺️

[@jennywoolliscroft5259]

I would love to make the Langston Trousers. They can be made with a faux fly, and there is a KZbin video about just that. Could you perhaps do a sew along for these as well as the Meadow skirt, which I very much like the look of. Many thanks.

[@RipperSeams]

Ooh.. thanks! I’ve not looked for a video for the Langston yet so I’ll have to watch that next. I’ll see what I can do to film them as well as the meadow skirt ☺️

[@thegreenpincushion510]

Beautiful fabrics and planned garments! I would suggest a black lining for the coat!

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks! Incredibly tempting to go black… but think it’s going to be pink for the coat. Found some lining I love… but still looking so anything could happen!!

[@gingerninja_sews]

Fab plans Kate. The lady mcelroy bird fabric is stunning 😍

[@RipperSeams]

Isn’t it beautiful! Thanks for watching ☺️

[@Jenns_creative_spot]

Wonderful plans! Can’t wait to see them! Happy sewing 💖

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks so much!

[@jacquihooper158]

I love your plan for the Pietra pants. I did not realise they came in a wide leg so off to print the pdf for my summer pants😊. Your cocoon coat will be a wow garment can’t wait to see all made up. ❤

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you! Yep - probably wouldn’t be trying the Pietras if they weren’t wide leg! Will look lovely in a lighter fabric for summer ☺️

[@debbiehill2793]

Great Video can't wait to see your makes. The red, black and pink wool mix fabric is identical to a jacket I tried on it next it's totally gorgeous I wondered when I tried it on could I make this. Funny isn't it how we see things in the shops and try them on and say yep I can make this 😊

[@RipperSeams]

Oooh… had to go look that up on the Next website!! Lovely jacket. There is another coating on Fabric Godmother that is that exact same houndstooth check… bigger squares than mine… but the texture /composition is different (FG has 50% cotton and not so boucle… and I think even nicer)… so you could actually come close to replicating. SA Logan Shacket??!!

[@debbiehill2793]

Gorgeous isn't it. That fabric is just lovely. Your coat will be a real statement piece can't wait to see it finished. I've been making the Pilar jacket by maison fauve....actually finished it couple of months ago then it on my mannequin as couldn't pluck up the courage to add the buttons...but I finally finished it this morning using the good ole hammer method. Mmm yes the SA logan is a lovely pattern. I haven't made a coat yet but thinking just go for it 😅

[@ritaadler-everett5392]

Hi Kate! That is a beautiful and ambitious list! I'm just under 5'3" and the Pietra Pants were a challenging make for me. They are high waisted and the crotch hung VERY low on me. Because of the pocket placement/construction, I found it hard to take enough out of the crotch and waist area and still have everything come together. My pattern did not come with any shorten/lengthen lines. I think the newer versions do. I hope you have better luck with them. And please keep the red for them. I love the design on them so I might have to give them another go. Also, I'd go with 2 shades darker than the Cinnemon color for your top stitching. Normally I'd say go with the hot pink for the Hovea lining, but seeing all of the solid colored fabrics, using a warm tan for the lining might make the jacket blend better in your wardrobe. So looking forward to seeing your finished fall/winter makes. Have fun!

[@RipperSeams]

So many useful suggestions in one comment! Thank you so much!! Love the idea of a tan lining for the Hovea. Definitely something to consider as it would be more classy than a hot pink. I like being classy occasionally 😜

[@jdt2840]

I would use the same color to topstitch the pants

[@jdt2840]

I forgot to comment on the others… for the coat I would use black or red or hot pink , but in reality I would try to use up whatever I have in stock as lining fabric if it is not that awful :) with leopard any plain lining goes just no print. If you have no funky lining but black , if it is too boring : you can always pop it up with a contrasting color thin piping between the lining and the facings. It helps

[@Shay2Ted]

I l❤❤❤❤❤ve the coat fabric. Is Barbara wearing a me-made? If so, what pattern? My daughter would like that squarish neckline.

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you!! I filmed but forgot to add in the bit explaining what Barbara and I are wearing… doh!! Barbara has the Asbury Bodysuit by Styla on. Great pattern and fits amazingly! littlelizardking.com/products/styla-asbury?srsltid=AfmBOoqY5O9jOKhrlvHfjgt9p-V5F-yrJzgljjqppobZtpLaClmuvOSr

[@TheJaniebabe]

I am looking forward to the cocoon coat, keep the lining in line with your personality, bright and gorgeous, maybe orange... I ain't no designer or stylist, I know nothing so you do you. Thanks Kate!!

[@RipperSeams]

I am too. I’ve pushed it up my list as I think it will be fun to make. Think I’ve found my lining… it won’t be boring 😜

[@suebrown5500]

Great plans - particularly love that red fabric for the cocoon coat! Would have a bright pink lining. Btw beware the Hovea - it’s really oversized in my experience! Xx

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for the tip for the Hovea. Good idea I don’t plow in with the Liberty first time then! I’ll make sure to triple check the finished sizing before I start 👍🏻

[@jackiebrown2794]

Hi Kate... Wonderful vlog as always. Just had to jump on to say I think a faux leather bias tape would suit the animal print jacket beautifully... All your other plans are exciting and look forward to seeing them made up over the coming weeks 😊

[@RipperSeams]

Oooh… faux leather bias tape. Interesting. Will have to check it out. Thanks for suggesting… and thanks for watching!! 😊

[@paulamattsson8583]

Firstly thank you so much for the inspiration ,I’ve just bought The Langston trouser pattern and also The Meadow skirt (precisely what I’ve been looking for 👍) You have very ambitious plans and some stunning fabrics ,That Sew Over It coat is going to be gorgeous,can’t wait to see all these garments made up ❤I’m sure they will look absolutely amazing

[@RipperSeams]

You’re welcome!! Just finished the Meadow Skirt… AMAZING!… so enjoy making that one up 😊

[@HELENPATTERSON-io5eo]

Love your selections I think a hot pink lining for that coat would be awesome

[@RipperSeams]

I think so too! It’s definitely going to be pink ☺️

[@SewCraftyGal]

Fab plans...that Lady McElroy...drooolll😊

[@lindarogers4188]

Thanks for sharing. Great video

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for watching! ☺️

[@louisecampbell8094]

Hi I have just found your channel your makes and fabrics are gorgeous 😊 I would put hot pink lining with the leopard print ( both my absolute favourite) the coat fabric is beautiful I can’t wait to see it made up, the lining agin go red or defo pink the inside is just as important Thanks for sharing xx

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you!! Welcome to my sewing world ☺️ I’m going to go bold for the hovea lining I think. I love having secret amazing lining! And I’ve picked my lining for the coat. It’s pink with a little something extra. Excited! 😁

[@cindywinkler4172]

You inspired me to shop my stash❤😂

[@RipperSeams]

Yes!!🙌🏻

[@cathmckeever2728]

Was looking at that FG coating last night, it is gorgeous & can’t wait to see your finished coat ❤❤ lining….. match any of the colours in the fabric. Think I’d go for the pink.

[@RipperSeams]

Pink it is!! Think I’ve found what I want. Quite excited ☺️

[@unsewcial]

oooo that floral fabric is stunning!!!

[@StaceyBadour]

Thoughts to your questions: Langston Trousers topstitching - gold? Maybe even metallic? Or if you feel real sure about pulling a straight line, white? Quilted leopard jacket - emerald green or pink lining… why not just go for it if you’re going to tie it closed so the lining is more for you Pink/Black Boucle coat - black lining or … if you want to go wild what about a black and white oversized polka dot inside?

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for the great suggestion! Love the idea of the metallic topstitching. That would be right up my alley as I’m such a magpie for shiny things!

[@annehockenhull3974]

Great plans, look forward to seeing them all.

[@angelalysandrou4830]

You’re going to be very busy, all your patterns and fabric choices are great, the last one for the sew over it cocoon coat is gorgeous. Would a black and white fabric look good for that coat lining, and a hot pink would look great in the Hovea jacket. I recently bought some rust and khaki boucle fabric from Roy’s material world at the sewing for pleasure to make the Hovea in. Look forward to seeing all your new makes

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for your suggestions! You know I did consider a black and white stripe for the coat. It was a fabulous contrast but have found a light pink viscose satin which suits perfectly so think I might run with that. Still thinking for the hovea. That one might take a while but got plenty of other things to carry on with while I think! 😜

[@DympnaLee]

leopard print lining in satin from aliexpress 😊

[@RipperSeams]

Great suggestion. I saw an amazing leopard print satin lining on a different website. Would have been perfect but they didn’t have enough and it was deadstock 😭

[@stephaniepaterson6340]

I made the pietra pants a few weeks ago. Gorgeous front…the back..oh my….looked like I was wearing a nappy….a huge, baggy nappy! to get the elastic to go over my hips it was too big at the waist…I’ve ripped it apart. To be fair, it does say in the instructions that if there’s a big difference between your waist and hips then you need to insert an invisible side zip. I want to do it again but feel I might as well omit the elastic if I’m going to the trouble of inserting a zip……but how to do that I don’t know. I wish I’d had known before I bought the pattern. I keep telling myself it’s a learning curve!

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Really helpful! It seems there are mixed results with the Pietras so I might whip up a quick toile to see what I might need to tweak 🤔

[@stephaniepaterson6340]

@ I made a toile, loved them, wore them for an afternoon (elastic only as per pattern)…maybe the way to go is to use a very old bedsheet!!! (That’s what I make my toiles out of)😂

[@Jooles1501]

Hi Kate Fantastic video, love your pattern suggestions so inspirational all of them and so different x Your cocoon coat is going to be a stunner 😀 xx

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks! I’m quite excited to make it so just clearing a couple of in-progress makes and it will be next on the list ☺️

[@skullsarecute]

I’m very interested in pietra pants sewing info. I’ve been wanting them basically since I started sewing, but haven’t ventured into fitted pants yet and I expect it to be challenging.

[@petrasouth1133]

Go bold!

[@RipperSeams]

Yes!! 🙌🏻

[@sabinerosais1231]

❤❤❤❤

[@tracyfrost]

Red or pink cupro for lining

[@RipperSeams]

After a bit of research I am leaning more towards the pink… but like the idea of cupro. Thanks for suggesting ! ☺️

[@Bernietheoc]

👗👏🏻

[@sandraobrien8705]

I think try something you wouldn't usually wear or make. Follow your heart. Sewing should be a bit playful, otherwise it can start to feel like a chore, especially when you get a big pile of projects lying in wait. I've bought patterns and fabric to make some "useful" pieces but honestly cannot find the oomph to make them. I could also have a laziness problem!

[@RipperSeams]

I’m leaning into business on the outside, party on the inside. I like the idea of my clothes making me smile when I go to put them on 😊