EPISODE · May 30, 2025 · 16 MIN
Curves, Confidence & Creativity: Designing for the Body You Have
from Designers Plants and Coffee · host Cover Me Chic, Fearless Threads & Keeping You in Stitches
Send a textIn this episode, we dive into the realities of designing clothes for curvy bodies. Zahiyya from Cover Me Chic shares her personal journey from industry insider to indie pattern designer, and why she started drafting for hips, butts, and bodies that aren’t being served by traditional fashion.We talk:How to choose the right pattern size for your shapeThe emotional impact of poor fit—and how to reclaim your confidenceBehind-the-scenes truths from fashion, fit, and pattern draftingWhy representation matters in sewing and designGrab your coffee and pull up a project—this is a must-listen for anyone who sews for curves or wants to feel seen in the clothes they make.Mentioned in the episode:Cover Me Chic patterns: https://covermechic.comFollow us on Instagram: @covermechic | @fearlessthreads | @keepingyouinstitchesFull tutorial library: Cover Me Chic YouTubeJoin our community Website: designersplantsandcoffee.comYouTube: @designersplantsandcoffeeInstagram: @designersplantsandcoffeeFacebook: @designersplantsandcoffeeHosts websites:Naima: lovefearlessthreads.comLaTisha: keepingyounstitches.comZahiyya: covermechic.com
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Send a text In this episode, we dive into the realities of designing clothes for curvy bodies. Zahiyya from Cover Me Chic shares her personal journey from industry insider to indie pattern designer, and why she started drafting for hips, butts, and bodies that aren’t being served by traditional fashion. We talk: How to choose the right pattern size for your shapeThe emotional impact of poor fit—and how to reclaim your confidenceBehind-the-scenes truths from fashion, fit, and pattern draftingW...
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