Author: Jo Mancuso

#MeMadeMay2023 day 5, pulled out one of my oldest remaining makes (Indygo Junction’s Slight Sleeve Top and Tunic) up 3x, one of only a few paper patterns that I held on to. The shorts are Closet Core Pietra shorts in cotton twill, which I discovered last summer. These shorts are another super comfortable staple in my wardrobe. The top was also an early attempt at dyeing fabric. It was solid colored linen dipped in a blue dye. I absolutely love it, but perhaps it can only truly be appreciated by its maker.

#memademay2023 This is a well worn make. The printed linen is fading faster than the solid linen, but I still adore it. It is a mash up of Itch to Stitch’s Celeste dress with sleeves from Anthea Top. Worn with Lane Bryant leggings, a wardrobe staple of mine. So comfortable.

#MeMadeMay2023 Rainy gray start to the day so I put on RTW teeshirt with my True Bias Riley overalls. Medium weight printed denim. Excellent instructions. Lots of topstitching. So comfortable. Size 28 with minor modifications: shortened legs, used smaller sized bib, shortened straps, slight crotch curve extensions. My measurements are Chest 46, waist 48, hips 59.

#memademay2023 I workout 5 days a week. RTW athletic wear just does not fit my pear shape. Apostrophe Patterns has their MyFit pattern generators which I used to make leggings and sports bras. The over shirt is a self drafted pattern in flannel and lined with linen. Love this outfit because it allows me to be comfortable while being me.