Monthly Archives: November 2012

Converting a round neckline to v-neck cross over

I am a huge fan of Ottobre patterns, and this design, #9 Violet Rose, is a firm favourite. My only quibble has been the wide, boaty round neck.  I am wide enough as it is, I don’t need emphasis.  And … Continue reading

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My favourite top

I have a favourite t-shirt pattern …. Violet Rose, by Ottobre.  Once I had faffed about with the sizes, figured out that I have small shoulders in comparison to my chest and hips, and that my body is a bit … Continue reading

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Pink and cream blouse, and the perfect pattern

I am big busted, round bellied, with a fair sized butt.  My hips are narrowish in comparison, but that does not help the overall package that much.  I am also plus sized, a big woman, BBW, lush, generously proportioned, goddess … Continue reading

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My sewing project list

I am part of a fantastic sewing community Artisan’s Square, which is part of the Stitchers Guild Sewing Forum. Its a lovely group, not only because there is a wonderful mix of sewing talent and tastes, but because mostly the … Continue reading

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Catch up, gosh its been busy

Well its been ages.  I have managed to get a bit of sewing done, but really the last couple of weeks have been so busy, that I have really felt like I haven’t sat down.  Pity all this activity just … Continue reading

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