Hi, Friends! Long time no talk, but what can I say? 2020! Speaking of 2020, I'm way past overdue for an update to my post from nearly two years ago. I've compiled a new and improved list of pattern companies that have a hip size of at least 50". There are now 54 pattern companies… Continue reading Plus Size Pattern Companies- 2020 Update
Tag: Curvy Sewing
Paprika Patterns Jade Skirt
Hey, friends! I'm very excited to share my new Jade Skirt from Paprika Patterns, sewn in the newly released size range. Woo! I did receive an early copy of this pattern in exchange for photos that Paprika Patterns could share to show the pattern on different sizes. A full review was not expected, but I… Continue reading Paprika Patterns Jade Skirt
Sew Liberated Hinterland Dress
It's my turn to post on the Curvy Sewing Collective blog this week and I was going to post about my self drafted ski pants, but I couldn't muster the energy for that epic post. Hopefully soon! So I was brainstorming about what projects I finished recently and hadn't talked about and I remembered the… Continue reading Sew Liberated Hinterland Dress
True Bias Roscoe Dress
When True Bias announced they were updating their size range, the Roscoe Dress was at the top of my list for garments I had been dreaming of making! I was too busy to test this pattern during the testing phase, but you better believe I bought it the minute it was available for purchase. I… Continue reading True Bias Roscoe Dress
Allie Olsen Kila Tank Version 2
This post first appeared on the IndieSew blog, however they will sadly be closing their doors at the end of the month, so I am re-posting here on my personal blog to save for future reference. This is my second version of the Kila Tank (and an identical third was made at the same time),… Continue reading Allie Olsen Kila Tank Version 2
True Bias Lodo- New Size Range!
It was so exciting to get the chance to test the new and improved size range from True Bias, especially because the first pattern released was the Lodo Dress! I had actually purchased this pattern several years ago in the old size range and attempted to grad it up, but it had some fit issues… Continue reading True Bias Lodo- New Size Range!
Helen’s Closet Yanta Overalls
Hi friends, I am FINALLY sharing my Yanta Overalls from Helens Closet, as I have been promising for a long time on Instagram. I love how these turned out, but it wasn't without a few alterations. However, they ended up super cute and comfy, so no complaints here! This post has been a long time coming… Continue reading Helen’s Closet Yanta Overalls
In the Folds for Peppermint Magazine Everyday Dress
Hi, Friends! My first blog post as a contributor to the Minerva.com blog is live. I know many of you have been wanting details on this pattern, so click over for all the info. I was super thrilled with both this free pattern, the Everyday Dress from In the Folds for Peppermint Magazine, and this… Continue reading In the Folds for Peppermint Magazine Everyday Dress
SBCC Pisco Dress Tester Version
Hi, friends! I'm here today to share my tester version of the new Pisco Dress (and tank) from SBCC patterns. After struggling with fit for many years, testing the Harvey Shirt a couple of months ago was a major breakthrough for me: I learned that I am, in fact, petite from the bust to the… Continue reading SBCC Pisco Dress Tester Version
Learn to Sew with Knits Class in Albuquerque
Hi Friends! After the fun we had in my York Pinafore class, I had several requests for a basic T-shirt class aimed at teaching newer sewists how to to work with knits. As you all know, sewing knits is my sewing comfort zone, so I couldn't be more excited that people want to learn how… Continue reading Learn to Sew with Knits Class in Albuquerque
The Green Violet 