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As sustainably-minded garment makers, our goal is to make items that will have a long life and see lots of use. But what about when our bodies change? Everyone experiences fluctuations in shape and size, so in this solo episode I explore how we can future proof our garment projects to accommodate that fact. 

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Outerwear patterns

Coats and jackets:

• The Richmond Coat by Tessuti (up to 48” bust)
• Flow Jacket and Coat by Atelier Scammit (up to 56” bust)
• Traveller Coat by Bella Loves Patterns (up to 44” bust, available in 2 heights)
• Nova Coat and Jacket by Papercut Patterns (up to 46.5” bust)
• Nova Curve Coat and Jacket by Papercut Patterns (up to 60.6” bust)

Cardigan patterns:

My current favourite:

• Jamie Cardigan by Ready to Sew (up to 42” bust)

Patterns for cardigans worn open:

• Blackwood Cardigan by Helen’s Closet (up to 62” bust)
• Kinder Cardigan by MIY Workshop/Wendy Ward (up to 48” bust) 
• Fjord Cardi by Papercut Patterns (up to 46.5” bust)

Image source: Papercut Patterns

Shawl pins and closures:

• Metal shawl pins and closures from Textile Garden
• Other shawl pins from Textile Garden

Image source: Textile Garden

Wrap style cardigan patterns:

• Coppelia Cardi by Papercut Patterns (up to 46.5” bust) 
• Pearl Cardigan by Tilly and the Buttons (up to 60” bust) 

Top, dress and jumpsuit patterns

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