"Includes 6 full-size patterns in sizes 12-32 US (16-36 UK)"--Cover. "Featuring six beautiful garment patterns including: swing dress; wrap skirt; classic t-shirt; knit pants; quilted jacket; sheath dress"--Page 4 of cover. In Memory of Carolyn Kacena from Family & Friends.
Contents:
Introduction -- How to use this book -- My sewing story -- Get in the right mindset -- Get prepared: Essential sewing tools ; All about sewing patterns ; Sizing ; All about fabric and notions ; Making a trial garment ; Basic pattern adjustments ; Learning to sew with disabilities and chronic illness -- Sewing skills: Get ready to sew ; Preparing to use your sewing machine ; Cutting and marking ; Skill 1: Joining pieces ; Skill 2: Pressing ; Skill 3: Adding shape ; Skill 4: Finishing edges ; Skill 5: Adding fastenings -- Patterns: General sewing guidelines ; Montvale dress & tunic ; Randolph skirt ; Eustis top ; Ardley pants ; Fairfax jacket ; Elmley dress -- Where to go from here -- Glossary.
Summary:
"When you're curvy or plus size, it can be hard finding clothes that fit well and express your personality - but learning to sew can also be intimidating, especially if you're not in the size range of most beginner sewing patterns. In Sewing the Curve, Jenny Rushmore, the body-positive, plus-size founder of Cashmerette, will have you sewing fantastic clothes - that fit! - in no time, with 6 full-size sewing patterns (UK sizes 16-36/US size 12-32/EUR sizes 44-64) including a wrap skirt, swing dress, quilted jacket and knit pants, to learn with. Start with core skills, from threading a sewing machine, to understanding sewing patterns, and measuring yourself accurately, and then once you've mastered the basic techniques, learn how to put them to the test, and sew your first garment - one you will love to wear, because it's designed for bodies just like yours. By the end of this book, you'll be able to sew clothes with ease and confidence, in any style or fabric, that fit and express your unique style"--Publisher's description.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.