Neuroscientist + Curious Mind + Passionate Maker
Pardon the short tangent. I wanted to try another slim leg to adjust the center grainline at the hip and study what happens with knock-knees. Also, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to try a drawstring jogger when it came up in my tutorials. Sizing and Rulers I adjusted the avatar to match the measurements... Continue Reading →
2022-11-27 06:23 AM I updated this blog to include more photos and descriptions to address some questions I received. As I was working through the courses at Browzwear University, I got to the lesson about changing fabric type. The app comes with hundreds of fabrics, and they had a standard stretch denim that I could... Continue Reading →
I will likely post some quick blogs about things I'm learning while teaching myself how to use Browzwear apps. "Browzwear is the leading provider of 3D fashion design software for clothing development and merchandising solutions." I tested my knowledge on the May Jeans since these were my latest make. Avatar and Sizing I selected the plus-size... Continue Reading →
Over the past few years, I've been pretty unsuccessful in making myself a pair of hard slacks that I liked selecting styles that don't spark joy. The Cass Pants from Make by TFS? I do NOT like pleats on my body. Before that, self-drafted trousers with pleats. What was I thinking! Persephone? I do NOT... Continue Reading →
I had a mixed experience with the Worker Trousers by Modern Sewing Co., so let's get into it! TL;DR The good: I like my trousers, and they fit well. The bad: Don't expect to be able to follow the provided pattern instructions. The ugly: Whatever you do, don't waste your money on the workshop videos... Continue Reading →
I'm writing this blog post because I want to feature a fellow maker doing some incredible work, and I don't want their efforts to get lost in any ol' blog post. I obviously have my own method and approach to fitting pants, and how I think about drape. The one aspect of pant fitting I... Continue Reading →
My Petite Knit obsession continues. Truth be told, after watching Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, I immediately wanted to knit Ryan a light gray slipover. When I saw Petite Knit's design was a close match, I knew it had to happen. Funny where inspiration comes from. I used the Sille Slipover pattern from Petite... Continue Reading →
I obviously have a thing for Petite Knit patterns. I just love the simplicity and look of all her sweaters, and the patterns are written in a style I find easy to understand. I recently found an article about her and wasn't surprised to find out she's a doctor and writes knitting patterns like she... Continue Reading →
Back in the day, when we lived in Sacramento and spent a lot of time hiking along the coast or in Oregon, rain gear was essential. The only waterproof breathable pants available that were long enough were Arc'teryx Beta AR. I learned how vital breathability was when we bought just waterproof pants because they cost... Continue Reading →
After the success of my first summer knit top, I decided to make another top. I made the Montpellier Top by NovemberKnits. This pattern did not go as smoothly as the first pattern. I had to make some significant alterations to get the top to fit comfortably for me. Pattern Information Size Range1-8Bust85-140 cmDesign Ease7-8... Continue Reading →
My first attempt at a summer knitted top was a huge success. I love the pattern. I love the fit. I love the top. I didn't think I would like a sleeveless summer top, but I was wrong. The Thea Top by Paulastrickt was the pattern that I used. Pattern Information Size RangeS - XXLBust30... Continue Reading →
Of course, I will break down the fit and alterations of a basic sweatpants pattern. This is what I do! I had some extra fabric and needed summer shorts, so I took the Cloud Sweatpants pattern and made them into shorts. I selected this pattern both because of the size range available but also because... Continue Reading →
