plus size

The relations of chest, waist and hip are decisive for how the basic pattern block is set up. As the size increases, the difference between the chest and hips and the waist decreases. The waist circumference therefore grows more than the chest and …

Use a basic loose-fitting jacket pattern and a matching one-piece sleeve with overarm seam in size 44 as a template (see measurement chart). Mark the length at the centre back with 82 cm.

Cut along the waistline from the sideseam to the dart and close the dart intake at the front hem. The sideseam slightly opens and the extra length must be worked into the seam when sewing.

Use a basic trouser block with pleated front in size 44 as a template (see measurement chart). Draft the basic pattern with a 4-cm pleat at the waist. Draw the slanted pocket entry and the pocket backing on the front pattern as shown in the …

Use a straight skirt block in size 44 as a template (see measurement chart). Draw the skirt 61.5 cm long. Taper each sideseam 1 cm at the hem and draw the new sideseam as illustrated. Shift the waist dart on the front pattern 2 cm to the front. …

Use a basic dress pattern and a matching onepiece sleeve in size 44 as a template (see measurement chart). Mark the length at the centre back 12 cm below the waist and square out to the left for the hemline.