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Pattern: Fit To Be Tied & Busy Bee BottomsDesigner: Rad Patterns & Patterns for PiratesFabrics: Accent Fabric – Sew Unique Fabrics, Swim Lining and Power Netting – Textile Offcuts LilydaleMeasurements: Bust: 44″; Waist: 39″; Hips: 48″Size made: Top – L; Bottoms – XXLAdjustments: I took about 2 inches out from each shoulder strapPros: Making your own bathers is second only to making […]
Pattern: Aria Button DownDesigner: Love NotionsFabrics: SpotlightMeasurements: Bust: 44″; Waist 39″; Hips 48″Size made: XL Full bust pieceAdjustments: NonePros: Love Notions are one of my FAVOURITE pattern companies for larger busted women. The inclusion of full bust pieces already done is SUCH an advantage. The collar was SO easy!Cons: None really, its a great pattern for a button down shirt. Links: The Wrap […]
Pattern: Cutie Booty Boxer BriefsDesigner: Patterns for PiratesFabrics: Sew Unique FabricsMeasurements: Waist 39″; Hips 48″Size made: XXLAdjustments: NonePros: Making your own underwear is the best! I highly recommend it.Cons: It can be confronting making underwear that fits, maybe you are ‘bigger’ than you think, but honestly, they are just numbers and having underwear that fits is SO worth it Links: The Wrap […]
Pattern: Ivy Lounge PantsDesigner: Petite Stitchery & CoFabrics: Lounge Rib from Clover & CoMeasurements: Waist 39″; Hips 48″Size made: 1XLAdjustments: NonePros: These are SO comfortable!! Also a really quick make and have a maternity option.Cons: I didn’t love that there wasn’t a shorten/lengthen line through the crotch, which is where most adjustments need to be made. Links: The Wrap Up: When I say […]
Pattern: Kids Raglan TopDesigner: Ellie & MacFabrics: Accent Fabric – Wattle Hill FabricsMeasurements: Chest: 21″Size made: 2TAdjustments: NonePros: Raglan style on kids look so trendy & a great unisex tee option. They are also so simple in construction.Cons: None Links: The Wrap Up: As the weather turns colder in Melbourne, I’ve started having to pull out the long sleeve tops. I was a […]
Pattern: Camilla DressDesigner: Sonia EstepFabrics: Cotton Lycra – Sew Unique FabricsMeasurements: Chest: 44″; Waist: 39.5″; Hips: 49″Size made: 18 graded to 22Adjustments: I used the flutter sleeves from the Sonia Estep Katherine and the pockets from the Lily.Pros: I LOVE a square neckline. It always look very flattering on me, so I was super excited about this pattern. I also love that […]
Previous Next Pattern: Kids Dutchie JacketDesigner: Ellie & MacFabrics: Denim – Spotlight. Accent ballerina French Terry – Sew Unique FabricsMeasurements: Chest: 22″Size made: 7Adjustments: NonePros: This is a super cute jacket that I liked could be made with either snaps or a zip. I also liked that you can use a woven for the main body and mix it up with knit […]
Pattern: Katherine DressDesigner: Sonia Estep DesignsFabrics: Black Solid – Sew Unique FabricsAnimal Print accent – Rubyjam FabricsMeasurements: Chest: 44″; Waist: 39″ Hips: 47″Size made: 18/20Adjustments: Graded from an 18 at the top to 20 in the waistPros: I love the signature options of an empire or natural waist the Sonia Estep includes in most of her patterns. I am surprised I like […]
Pattern: Explorer JacketDesigner: Peek A Boo Pattern ShopoFabrics: Forest Friends Softshell – Etsy. Solid Mustard softshell and cuddle fleece – SpotlightMeasurements: Chest: 21″; Height: 35″Size made: 3TAdjustments: I had to alter the lining which I’ll detail belowPros: This is going to be the PERFECT winter. Its so cuddly and warm.Cons: I chose to line it with cuddly fleece and had quite a few […]
Pattern: 22 – Drawstring LeggingsDesigner: Brindle & TwigFabrics: Milk & Cookies – Wattle Hill Fabrics; Lounge Rib – Clover & Co FabricsSkill: BeginnerMaterials & Notions: Meant for knit fabricsMachines: Overlock machine / Serger – If you don’t own one, you can use a small zig-zag stitch in place of the serged seam. The Wrap Up: The number 22 pattern from Brindle […]
