I finished yet another thing: An Axis Tank by Sophie Hines (D/E cup version). A very fun pattern, I just need to use a stretchier fabric! I'll definitely try this again, and maybe use one of the other views.

I wonder whether this might be cute if I sized it up and lengthened it into a regular tank top. I'd have to size it up, idk, at least two sizes for that because the bralette has substantial negative ease.

#axisTank #bralette #PlusSizeSewing #sewing

I finished a thing: Stashbusting some soft, drapy black cotton fabric by making a super simple spaghetti strap top.

However, I went all out on the seam finishing. I used french seams for the side seams, all the edges are bias bound.

The pattern is the Orchard Top by Helen's Closet Patterns. https://helensclosetpatterns.com/products/orchard-top-dress-free (it's free if you subscribe to their newsletter)

#sewing #StashBusting #PlusSizeSewing #PlusSize

Orchard Top & Dress (FREE)

My Halloween fit wasn't too extravagant, just my ric rac rib tshirt and basically just all black everything.

The Lair didn't have a whole lot of cream ric rac so I'll have to keep an eye out. Using reclaimed textiles is a long game baybee. Lots of people want a tee like this but my business model is absolutely terrible!

#textilewaste #plussizefashion #plussizesewing #sewing

An extremely quick and shitty photo of the mostly #handstitched wool waistcoat #sewing #SlowFashion #PlusSizeSewing

It's a bit big for Bertha as she is, right now she's about a size 14, the waistcoat is more of an 18 but fuck numbers, it fits me 😁

Guess I‘ll have to commission someone (?!) to draw me a croquis of myself. I‘m so done with freely available ones looking nothing like me. I have lipedema, my legs aren‘t thin anywhere. And online services ($29 for a machine made one to custom measurements) don‘t come out looking like me either. #sewing #plussizesewing #fatsewing
I wish I had the spoons to tackle jeans fitting. This pattern looks like it might fit me with relatively few adjustments.. AND the pattern size chart comes with information about thigh circumference, something that other designers (eg cashmerette in their new dress pants) completely ignore.
#plussizesewing #helenscloset #sewingpatterns #lipedema https://helensclosetpatterns.com/product/brooks-jeans/
Brooks Jeans » Helen's Closet Patterns

Size Range: 0-34 (up to a 62" hip) View Size Chart & Fabric Requirements The Brooks Jeans are non-stretch jeans with a classic cut. Not too tight and not too loose, these high-waisted jeans offer a comfortable fit that will serve you for years to come. The Brooks legs have a slightly tapered shape that straightens out at the hem. The view A legs are cropped just above the ankle and the view B legs are hemmed at the upper thigh. Both views offer a zipper fly, front and back pockets, and an optional coin pocket. Brooks also features belt loops, a back yoke, and a button to close the waistband. Never sewn a pair of jeans before? You’ve got this! Our detailed instructions will help you every step of the way.   

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