You are such a treasure. You have been such an advocate for plus and curvy sizes. Not only helping us stay stylish but boosting our self image. This is a wonderful reference thank you for the time and effort. Love ya.
New subscriber. I am glad the algorithm brought me here. I always love seeing plus size sewists and their reviews because they are so helpful to me personally.
Thanks for subbing and welcome to the channel. Glad you enjoyed the video. Hope these gave you some good ideas and the sewalongs will help if you need them. Thanks for watching.
I just love you. It was as if you were speaking to me when you said, don't wait to lose the weight before you start sewing. Just sew. I am also on a weight loss journey, eating for health, etc. I've got new sewing machines, lots of beautiful fabric, patterns, retired, no excuse...just sew. thank you, keep doing what you're doing.
I’m looking forward to seeing your remakes. I am so glad I picked up the Rebecca Page Portia Party Dress when it was free. It’s such a great pattern. That Tory Wrap coat will totally be worth the remake. 😊
Bravo my dear friend bravo! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. This is an excellent video to assist others who have the same mindset as you when it comes to size inclusivity and a weight loss journey! Thank you so much for being so supportive to your sewing community! 🥰. Stay strong and congratulations on your weight-loss! 😘
I lost 1-2 sizes, so I shrank some stuff in the dryer :) ; and have taken my commercial jean style pants and seamed them down the sides by 1" tapering to the knees, total reduction 4" which is important because you sew INSIDE on the other side of the little rivet, and I have also taken in the seams , going up the sides of a jersey top and through to the elbow. These items no longer look as nice inside, but i needed things during covid, when the stores were closed. These are some tips for people going through a downsizing. Then your patterns offer more ! and are gorgeous. I am looking for some new items, now that I have made a few quick fixes. i also find that a change in size can also offer new opportunities in shapes that are flattering :) thanks for this video
This is a great topic! You have a wonderful personality. Just subscribed. That McCall's caftan you made is amazing! That fabric is gorgeous. I absolutely love it! All the best on your weight loss journey.
This is wonderful, thank you! As I went up a size during lock down and want good patterns as I hover at another size. Is there any way you can trim off your seams of the pink Montoya coat and just cut the new pattern pieces from that awesome fabric?
Hey Jodie, I'm not a fan of altering previously made garments - LOL! I could say yes, but I know me, I would never do that. I truly don't mind just donating to another home. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching.
You are such a treasure. You have been such an advocate for plus and curvy sizes. Not only helping us stay stylish but boosting our self image.
This is a wonderful reference thank you for the time and effort. Love ya.
Thank you so much Nana, I enjoy encouraging and inspiring along my journey. Thanks for watching.
New subscriber. I am glad the algorithm brought me here. I always love seeing plus size sewists and their reviews because they are so helpful to me personally.
Thanks for subbing and welcome to the channel. Glad you enjoyed the video. Hope these gave you some good ideas and the sewalongs will help if you need them. Thanks for watching.
I just love you. It was as if you were speaking to me when you said, don't wait to lose the weight before you start sewing. Just sew. I am also on a weight loss journey, eating for health, etc. I've got new sewing machines, lots of beautiful fabric, patterns, retired, no excuse...just sew. thank you, keep doing what you're doing.
Yes ma'am, sounds like you have a great stash to start putting to use. Definitely keep sewing!!! Thanks for watching.
I’m looking forward to seeing your remakes. I am so glad I picked up the Rebecca Page Portia Party Dress when it was free. It’s such a great pattern. That Tory Wrap coat will totally be worth the remake. 😊
Thanks so much Crystal! I'm definitely looking forward to remaking many of these. Thanks for watching.
Great video. I love your fabric choices!
Thank you! 😊
Wow I be buying the pattern
hahahaha! thanks for watching.
Bravo my dear friend bravo! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. This is an excellent video to assist others who have the same mindset as you when it comes to size inclusivity and a weight loss journey! Thank you so much for being so supportive to your sewing community! 🥰. Stay strong and congratulations on your weight-loss! 😘
Thank you so much my friend!!!
You looks so beautiful in everything you have made yourself!!!!
🤗 thanks Jackie
Amen to not grading up. I hate doing that.
Yep, once I started understanding better about pattern sizing, etc. I just can't do that - LOL!
I lost 1-2 sizes, so I shrank some stuff in the dryer :) ; and have taken my commercial jean style pants and seamed them down the sides by 1" tapering to the knees, total reduction 4" which is important because you sew INSIDE on the other side of the little rivet, and I have also taken in the seams , going up the sides of a jersey top and through to the elbow. These items no longer look as nice inside, but i needed things during covid, when the stores were closed. These are some tips for people going through a downsizing. Then your patterns offer more ! and are gorgeous. I am looking for some new items, now that I have made a few quick fixes. i also find that a change in size can also offer new opportunities in shapes that are flattering :) thanks for this video
Sure does Nancy, there are some styles that I'm enjoying a little more now than I did before. Thanks so much for watching.
About that flow-y McCall's pattern, you picked the PERFECT fabric. :)
Thanks so much Stephanie!!
There are so many classics here but current. I just purchased the Caftan 7596 and I believe I have the maxi.
Ohhhh nice, that's a really easy one to make. Thanks so much for watching.
Regarding the clothes you are still wearing from the prior video, I do not mind looking at it again. I LOVE that fabric!!!!!
hahahaha, thank you and thanks for watching.
I absolutely loved this. I am a plus size
So happy it was helpful.
This was such a great idea! Thanks for putting it together! and Congratulations on your successful journey; you continue to be such a lovely lady!
You are so welcome, glad it was helpful.
Yes! I love this video, thank you!! So helpful!
You're so welcome Marie
This is a great topic! You have a wonderful personality. Just subscribed. That McCall's caftan you made is amazing! That fabric is gorgeous. I absolutely love it! All the best on your weight loss journey.
Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
So many lovely patterns and I remember you making most of them. You're looking fabulous Xx
Thanks so much Kathy, I appreciate it.
This is wonderful, thank you! As I went up a size during lock down and want good patterns as I hover at another size. Is there any way you can trim off your seams of the pink Montoya coat and just cut the new pattern pieces from that awesome fabric?
Hey Jodie, I'm not a fan of altering previously made garments - LOL! I could say yes, but I know me, I would never do that. I truly don't mind just donating to another home. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching.
Been waiting on this one. Thanks for the suggestions
No problem!
Okay you are wearing a Packer Jersey so I love you even more.
hahahah Michelle GO PACK GO
The McCall's 7596 looks really good.
Thanks so much, it was a fun make and love the fabric.
Been waiting this one. Thank you!!!
Hope it was helpful! thanks for watching.
Thanks for posting
Thanks Annabelle and thanks for watching.
Will you be altering, taking in or sizing down any of your favorite peices?
Hahahah Susan, no ma'am, I don't enjoy altering clothes I've made. I'll just donate and make it again.
Love your message in this video! I don’t t grade outside of the pattern size. No. Just no. 😆
Hahahah, totally agree Beatriz, thanks for watching.
This is wonderful…have at least 10kg of steroid weight to lose and have put off sewing anything for me.
CONGRATS JO!! 💪🏽💪🏽. Glad you enjoyed the video.😊