My latest make for Pattern Review’s Round 3 Sewing Bee. The pattern is Tania by Jalie, with max waist 44″ and max hip 54″. Jalie does offer other patterns in more extended sizes. Jalie provided a complimentary copy of the pattern for this challenge. Details on altering the pattern to accommodate my 46.5″ bust, C cup, 49″ waist, and 59″ hips are included in my blog post, at JustCutTheScrap dot Com. #jalie3906 #jaliepatterns #patternreview #sewover50 #sewover50plus #fatsewover50 #pfnatural
Here is the Anna Allen Athena Puffed Sleeve Top and Dress pattern, sewn size 22, only changed the center button placket for design purposes. I created the machine appliqué button hole design myself. Lovely soft linen. Changed gathers to pleats and used French seam for beautiful inside finish as well. Hidden buttons on inside also. Love this pattern, follow directions for quick and easy sew, or perfect starting point for pattern hacking. It is a tried and true pattern for me. But, sadly not drafted in extended size range, but design accommodates my pear shape. Bust 46â C cup, waist 48â, and 58â hip. #sewover50 #sewover50plus #pftnt
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Would you like to turn your fitted sloper into a fun Hoodie pattern? Wonder how to transfer sleeves from one garment to the next? In this blog I describe how to draft a lined hoodie with crossover yokes, and put the full bicep option sleeves from Cashmerette’s Vernon shirt pattern on my sloper.
https://www.justcutthescrap.com/…/self-drafted-woven…/
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I self-drafted this pattern, digitized the embroidery, and made this Embroidered Linen Hoodie. I cannot stop smiling. This was inspired by a Jalie pattern which is not offered in my size range, and the sleeves are from Cashmerette’s new pattern, the Vernon shirt with full bicep option for C cup in view A. This is my entry for Round 1 in PatternReview Sewing Bee 2022 Contest. #sewover50 #sewover50plus #fatsewover50
Stock Shirtdress toile with only hem left do do. Did some major tweaking to accommodate my large biceps. Very common adjustment for me. See detail photo. These sleeves are now as comfortable as the dress. My preference is loose sleeves which is challenging with my biceps. Next version I will definitely shorten shoulder seams. Love the back shaping, the double belt loops, and the cloth belt. Really enjoyed this journey. Thanks again to #punkfrockers and #stokxpatterns for the pattern. I have so many ideas for hacking this pattern.
Measurements C cup 46 chest, 48 waist, and 58 hips. I made size 6 on top, easily graded to size 9 in waist and hips. Biceps are 18.5 inches.
So⦠on my list for many months is to reclaim a big chunk of workspace. My husband built this incredible ironing station which sits right next to my sewing machines. I started collecting various scraps and useful tools, and as the pile grew, I lost access to the tools and scraps and space! It wasnât a matter of just tidying, which I had done many times. I needed to find permanent yet easily accessible homes for these tools and treasured scraps. I finally took the time to tackle this naughty list project and I am so pleased. #pfnaughtylist #punkfrockers
Surprise visit from my daughter, has me drafting a woven V neck linen fitted shell top. She has a very different shape, and I brought out my Sure Fit Dress Kit to help with the drafting. Installed a side invisible zip which works like a charm and used bias binding to finish the V. I truly love sewing. It is as close to magic as I will ever achieve. This is a toile, so the arms and hem remain unfinished. May add a bit to length to accommodate tucking. V neck video by #frugalisama Invisible zipper by #kennethdking and Drafting by #surefitdesigns
Here is my Stokx Shirtdress, in progress shot. I really love the design of this dress. I think it really works with my curves. Although, the construction is different in a few areas, it is cool. The one area, I am struggling a bit is with bicep. Even after grading up 3 sizes for my bicep, the still fit is good, but, not enough ease for comfortable movement. I am going to do full bicep adjustment to the sleeve, and try again. This is pretty typical as my biceps are proportionally bigger. This dress is worth it, with its modern design lines. Also, these are 3/4 sleeves which I will shorten a couple of inches.I love the wild shawl like collar, the pockets are perfect. The front yoke is perfect shaping and area for potential embellishment. The back shaping falls so nicely over my curves. This is going to be so comfortable. Also versatile, as it can be worn as dress or duster. #sewover50plus #stokxpatterns #fatsewover50
Stokx Shirtdress in progress, this is an advance pattern with several new to me construction methods. I am truly enjoying the challenge, and incredibly excited to slip this make on. My dressform is slightly larger than me, so it should look even better on me. Being a pear shape, I made size 6 on top, and graded to 9 for hips and waist and sleeve. C cup, 46 chest, 48 waist, 57 hips. Lots of mental work to grade it but definitely doable. Princess seams are just basted for now. Love sewing again! I won this pattern. Thank you to #punkfrockers and #stokxpatterns. #sewover50plus #fatsewover50 #sewover50
