#MeMadeMay2023 day 4, these overalls were made and purchased from #johassler. Check out her #withlovejennyshop business serving Perfect blast of color after days of gray skies and rain. The tee shirt is self drafted. I learned an amazing v neckline technique for knits from #debcanham.
#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 Stitchâs Celeste dress with sleeves from Anthea Top. Worn with Lane Bryant leggings, a wardrobe staple of mine. So comfortable.
My first Olya shirt by Paper Theory. Love it. In apparel cotton. Unique construction. Not for beginners. Size 22 graded to 28 at hips. C:46 W:48 H:59 Hidden front chest pockets. Finished with snaps. #sewover50plus
#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.
True Bias Riley overalls. Straight size 30 with 1.5 inch total crotch extensions. Heavy cotton twill. Looking forward to wearing these when it eventually warms up. Did all 60+ instructions. It is a lot of work, but worth it. Will reduce bib size and shorten straps next time, but no other changes needed. Just wearing these makes me feel younger. Really pushing my comfort zone with these short overalls, but in a good direction. The Riley 14-20 goes to max waist 59.5â and 61.5â hips. #sewover50plus #rileyoveralls #punkfrockers #pfstretchyourself
#sewoverageism2023 This is the Stanton Hoodie by Cashmerette
Just finished this Cashmerette Stanton Hoodie. Took a Zoom class with Sarah Joiner through Pintuck and Purl shop. Graded size 20 chest, 28 waist, 30 hips, and 26 full bicep sleeve. A bit tricky to grade, but I have super comfy hoodie which fits but I am not drowning in it. Sweatshirt fleece with cotton spandex scraps for lining. OESD embroidery from their Sashiko Reflections collection. #cashmerettestanton #pintuckandpurl #oesdembroidery #sewover50plus #curvysewingcollective
CARGO PANTS for the over 50 plus size person! Here is my round 3 entry for Pattern Reviewâs 2023 Sewing Bee Round 3. These are the Mitchell Trousers pattern from Closet Core Patterns, with some minor modifications. Along with adding some fun cargo pockets, I added ankle straps and cinching at the bottom hem, to allow me to tame the wide leg and add some wow, giving me 3 looks in one. The fit on these pants is amazing without elastic, while still being comfortable standing, sitting, and moving. 3 pockets are included, slash, cargo, and welt. I also went with belt buckles for accent. It is an intermediate sewing pattern, but worth all the work! Sold in two size ranges with upper size range 14-32 supporting 53â waists and 63â hips. I made a mix of size 26 in front and size 28 in back, shortened leg by 4â, and 1â extensions to front and back crotch. My measurements are ever changing which makes the adjustable waist so perfect. #patternreview #sewover50plus #punkfrockers #pflegcages #closetcorepatterns
Round Two entry for Pattern Reviewâs annual sewing bee contest. The challenge was to make a garment that the collar is the predominant feature. I used pin tucks and hem stitching on linen to create my own textile, which I used to make the V neck sailor collar. It is Folkwearâs Patterns Metro Middy Blouse. I used lightweight linen, Wing needle, twin needles, foot 46C on my Bernina sewing machine, Aqua Mesh Plus stabilizer from OESD, and Isacord Embroidery thread. #patternreview #sewingbee2023 #folkwearpatterns #berninausa #oesdembroidery #isacordthread
