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Posted on: 2/1/15 5:55 AM ET
I'm determined to learn proper fitting this year and my new fitting books have arrived. But . . . (or should I say butt?!) all my colleagues brought their left over Christmas chocolates and cakes to work and I went overboard. I know I will trim down again but in the meanwhile I am feeling a bit glum about making anything to fit my current size (probably 2kg over normal for me - or more - not sure because I don't use scales but my clothes are tight and some don't fit!!!). I really am sure I will trim back down - no it's not yo yo dieting - just a return to sensible diet and exercise. So should I wait?
I'm worried if I make anything to current size it will be too loose as I trim back down over the next few weeks . . .
  
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Posted on: 2/1/15 6:07 AM ET
how about making something from a knit? the stretch will mean a few inches change won't be as much of a fit issue as with a woven.

You could also look at designs which have more ease automatically built in to them (e.g. a shift dress), where the fitted areas like your shoulders are less likely to be affected by losing weight.

I'm a bit in the same boat, in that I am trying to get fitter. I've got a 3/4 finished coat on hold so I know how frustrating it is!
  
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Posted on: 2/1/15 6:23 AM ET
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There was an article in Threads about changing construction slightly so garments can be let in out easily. I have visitors arriving any minute but will look it out when they have gone.
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Posted on: 2/1/15 6:25 AM ET
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Thanks rmusic1, those are great ideas.
I think I could also get away with some new poly cotton leggings too as they are so stretchy.
Will have to put my frock pattern on hold . . . :(
  
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Posted on: 2/1/15 6:27 AM ET
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Thanks Clare, I would really appreciate that.
  
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Posted on: 2/1/15 8:39 AM ET
Make something for the body you have now. You will look and feel better. It's just fabric.
  
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Posted on: 2/1/15 10:20 AM ET
When making skirts and trousers for one dd in her yo-yo phase I used to change the construction so that there was an easy fix for taking in the side seams. Half an inch on each side seam piece is two inches gone - a whole size. Its not classic fitting or construction, but does it matter? Dodges were, obviously, have the zips located CF or CB, have a seam in the waistband or facing at the side and stitch it the 'wrong' way - facing or and on first, side seams afterwards.
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Posted on: 2/1/15 6:14 PM ET
Go visit the beautiful gals at

http://curvysewingcollective.com/

They will help you readjust that "too fat to deserve pretty clothes" attitude in short order.
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Posted on: 2/1/15 6:58 PM ET
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Depending on body shape of course, but usually there are twenty pounds between RTW sizes. When I was on a long term weight losing program, I made pants with elastic backs when my clothes were too big. Then when they were too big, I was at the weight I planned to stay. Of course, knit pants are my go to over the holidays, they give that extra skoosh of room. I've given myself until March 15 th to get rid of my holiday 5lbs. (We have a vacation coming up in Feb).
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Posted on: 2/1/15 7:10 PM ET
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I used to know a professional dressmaker, and she was happy to share her secrets with a younger sewer. She told me her clients were always gaining weight then going on diets. So she always made her side seams 1" wide, rather than the usual 5/8ths, easy to let in, or out. It's a very cunning plan. I have a larger chest (not bust) measurement, and find that a smaller size with a wider under arm and sleeve seam fit much better and allow for more ease.
  
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