Confidence

This is an awesome blog post about confidence by Chasity Garner Valentine. All females, young & old, should read this.

http://www.garnerstyle.blogspot.com/2015/02/how-to-be-confident-and-stay-confident.html#comment-form

Meet a Maker

Awesome interview on one of my favorite fellow makers.

Read the interview here: 

https://www.kollabora.com/blog/nora-meets-maker-brooks-ann-camper

Check out her blog here:

http://www.brooksann.com/kollabora-interview/#comment-861

~Rosalyn W.

Burda's Plus Size Patterns

Hi Beautiful!

So, Burda Style came out with their new plus size patterns recently. Most of the comments and reviews that I have read are not good.
Unfortunately, just like in the plus size retail industry, sewing pattern companies offer the same lack of options. Many plus size women learn to sew their own clothes because of the lack of options in stores. There are even less options in sewing patterns.
 With skill and practice, you can learn to turn small patterns into larger ones, but they may end up distorted. Why should we have to do all of that extra work anyway?
I make most of my own patterns although the hoarder in me loves to buy patterns from the big 4 (Mccalls, Butterick, Vogue, Simplicity) when they are on sale.
For many many years, it has been on my goal/dream/to do list to create a line of sewing patterns for the plus size woman. I make patterns for my clients and students, but would love to branch out into an independent pattern company. I love indie companies. They provide great products.
Maybe this year will be the year. I would be in great company.

Take a look at some of these patterns from Burda's new collection. I know some women like to be covered up, but majority love to celebrate their curves.

Loft Life: 9 New Trending Plus Size Patterns

This model is super gorgeous! They know they could have done better.

To view the rest of the collection, click here .

Stay Beautiful,
~Rosalyn W.

Sewing Technique: Underlining

Great video on underlining.
I love doing underlinings when my client can afford them.
They make a more quality garment.
Quality is more important than quantity. 

http://vimeo.com/113868571

December Sewing Classes & Service Hours

Hi Beautifull!
I have finally sat still long enough to make the December Class Schedule.
Next session starts December 7.
I also offer private lessons. Those never stop!
Private lessons can be schedule by clicking the "schedule appointment" tab and selecting "private sewing lessons" as your service.

Service Hours

Clients are seen at the HBB Design Lab 2910 E. Market St
Wednesday - Saturday from 9:00am-7:00pm By Appointment.
Walk ins are welcomed on most Fridays & Saturdays from 11:00am-4:00pm.
All appointments must be scheduled online. Walk ins will be seen between scheduled clients.

Select Retail Items can be purchased:

1.     The Honey Bun Boutique Online
2. Design Archives Emporium located at 342 S. Elm St, Downtown Greensboro, Open 7 Days a week
3. The Honey Bun Boutique Design Lab 2910 E. Market St, By Appt

I have big news coming! Stay tuned.....

~Rosalyn

1808 Greensboro

I had the pleasure of modeling for  1808 Greensboro Magazine. This was the holiday issue. I am no model. I normally prefer to stay behind the scenes, but this was fun and I am honored to be included. I did design and make my sequin skirt and top.
Here are a few pics. Review the slideshow on the link below.

http://www.news-record.com/1808greensboro/holiday-style-the-real-women-of-greensboro/article_818f7dd6-740e-11e4-ab89-d758a66b3d12.html

I also made this jacket, but it was a bit too much sparkle for me. I do love it though. I can see it with a pair of jeans. oooooo or a black catsuit!

Pattern Review McCalls 6559

I love a great maxi dress. I wear them year round. I can wear this on now with a jean jacket, cardigan or leather jacket.

Pattern Description: 

MISSES'UNLINED JACKETS AND DRESSES: Close-fitting, unlined jacket in 2 lengths has front extending into single-layer tie ends(wrong side shows). Very close-fitting, pullover dresses. E and F: front seam detail, bias upper/middle fronts, and lower front/back (cut on crosswise grain of fabric. All have narrow hems.

Pattern Sizing: I cut a size 22, view E

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? It was quick and simple. I love maxi dresses

Fabric Used: Jersey Knit from Hancocks

Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I made the bottom flare out a little more. I used bias tape that I made for the neckline and armholes instead of doing a narrow hem as the pattern suggested.

Would you sew it again? Absolutely!

 Would you recommend it to others? Yes, I sewed it on my serger, but can easily be sewn on a regular sewing machine with a zigzag or stretch stitch. 

Conclusion: This was a super easy and cute maxi dress pattern that is big girl friendly. This would be easy to grade up for larger sizes.