SHAPE STITCHERS

The liberating process of crafting your own wardrobe is pretty magical. But for some people this means hours of adjusting dimensions because the pattern just isn’t made to fit their frame. Measuring is a meticulous part of the sewing process and carefully calculating your cuts and stitches is key. However, getting hung up on body measurements is something the sewing world is trying to ditch. With breakthrough brands now starting to offer plus-size patterns and a whole host of empowered crafters representing curvy sewists, the landscape is beginning to become more inclusive. From plus-size sewing bloggers to savvy business owners, these fabulous folks are proving that sewing is for every body...

THE YOUTUBER

Danielle McAllister () has over 22,000 subscribers on YouTube and her honest, relatable videos have had over three million views. She declares it a positive space to talk plus-size fashion, body image, and an array of other things. She has single-handedly created her own online community: “The people who watch my videos and follow me on Instagram are the nicest, most supportive group of people. If I’m ever feeling down they have my back. They are the reason I keep making videos.”