So, what prompted my return? A sewing pattern.
After having my baby last June, my body isn't the same shape or size it was. While I work on that, I've decided to make myself some clothes in order to still feel good.
I bought some fabric some time ago which should be spot on for this project, it's the blue/brown at the bottom right of this picture.
The pattern was easy enough to cut out - I traced it onto some different paper rather than cutting the actual pattern for ease of re-use in future. I might have to invest in some better (and wider) tracing paper in future!
It took me about three hours to sew everything together.
Overall I'm pretty pleased with this. I made the 18 based on my full bust measurement of 40", but when I make it again (which I'm sure I will!) I will probably make the 16 and increase the bust somehow. I think it's the right size for my hips at this size though, so I might also have to grade between the 16 and 18 on the lower half.
That's the beauty of making your own clothes though, you don't have to stick to standard sizes!
