26 sewing resolutions you should try in 2026
A gentler way to plan your creative year, PLUS a downloadable sticker chart!
It’s almost 2026, which is absolutely wild because I feel like it was 2020 two weeks ago. While time slips through my fingers, something that keeps me grounded is making resolutions for each new year.
These resolutions aren’t something I beat myself up about if I can’t sustain them — I’ve learnt my lesson from years of feeling guilty for never sticking to exercise related resolutions. Instead, my resolutions are more like guiding lights. Their purpose is to help me move through the year with intention and a bit more awareness around how I want to spend my creative energy.
To make these resolutions more fun and also actionable, I’ve created some bingo pages and sticker charts! You can use these solo, or try it with friends as a way to stay motivated together.
With that in mind, here are some resolutions you can carry into 2026:
Use all remaining fabric and supplies purchased before or during 2025 by the end of 2026.
Every quarter, set aside a day to finish your unfinished projects!
Create a vision board for your dream wardrobe.
Learn a new skill! Either by selecting patterns that challenge you with new technical skills or try something entirely new (for me, this will be learning to knit!).
manifesting that 2026 will be the year I finally learn to knit Sew an item to gift to another person.
Invest in upgrading a sewing tool or equipment.
Make a garment with at least one intentional fit adjustment.
Master one pattern company by sewing multiple designs from the same designer.
Make an entire outfit — so think top, bottom, outerwear and accessory! OR make a matching set.
my favourite matching set! Only work with natural fabrics.
No more “special occasion only” clothes. Focus on making clothes you can wear every day.
Limit yourself to a certain colour palette and only make clothes in those colours this year
Only sew garments you know will last — so think timeless silhouettes, strong construction, and durable fabrics.
Read a book on sustainable fashion.
Sustainable fashion resources you'll actually use
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If you’re overwhelmed by the fashion industry's state but don’t know where to begin, you’re not alone.
Create a modular wardrobe by exploring garments that offer more than one way to wear them.
Try a vintage pattern.
Start a project that feels intimidating.
Focus on the details — spend time creating beautiful finishes like making a welt buttonhole or making intentional decisions about what zip to use.
Commit to making garments with pretty guts — think french seams, bias binding and adding linings.
Attend a meet-up for sewists in your community / host your own meet-up.
2026 is going to be all about bringing people together in real life Schedule in one sewing day / weekend / afternoon a month.
Draft your own sewing pattern.
Document your process by photographing, journaling, or reflecting on each project.
Organise all of your sewing patterns / fabric / notions. If you’re anything like me, your sewing room is a mess and in desperate need of some organisation!
Find your tried and tested patterns by making a pattern you’ve enjoyed again!
Spend a day visiting all of the sewing and craft stores in your neighbourhood/city.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the idea of sewing resolutions, I’d encourage you to start small. Pick one idea that feels doable or interesting and let that guide your year, or just a single project!
For my type-A, goal-oriented friends, you can also turn your resolutions into bingo or a sticker chart! I love doing this because it keeps me accountable throughout the year, and you can give yourself a prize to keep you motivated!!
I’d love to know which of these resolutions you’re drawn to, or if you have sewing intentions of your own for 2026. Are you learning a new skill? Finally tackling a scary project? Trying to make clothes you’ll actually wear every day? If you feel like sharing, please reply or leave a comment — I always love hearing how other people are approaching their creative year!
Here’s to a slower, more intentional, and more joyful year of making in 2026!
Devine going to do the 'tackle unfinished projects' one. I always feel so good when I finish one off but I don't prioritise this. Setting a deadline of the end of a quarter feels a great way to do this.
bingo sheets & punch cards are such a great way to scratch that itch on my creative brain!! thanks for these really cute downloads