Sew much fabric sew little time

I began sewing when I was much younger, but gave it up when I became too busy with life. The last two years, however, I realized that I needed to make time for the little things in life that I enjoy "sew" much! Sewing was one of them. I'm a teacher, though, with a son, and I haven't had much time to teach myself the techniques and skills I want. The last few months have been dedicated to doing just this.

Just this month I created my own "made to fit" pants pattern and with it I finished my first pair of linen wide-leg pants. I hand stitched everything before finishing it on the machine. I am so thrilled with the details I put into it. Being a plus size (pattern size 22, ready-to-wear size 18), it has always been very hard to find pants that fit well. I'm also very short (5' 4") so this made it even more difficult.

Tomorrow I'll post a picture of them on me. This weekend I'm just finishing up another pair of the pants, this time in light blue crinkle cotton. Then it is time to start my business suit. I am looking for a new teaching position and I need something to wear during interviews (hopefully I get some!). I chose a silky polyester in cranberry red. The pattern I chose is McCalls M5597 (you can see it here: http://www.mccallpattern.com/item/M5597.htm?tab=sportswear_suits_jackets_coats&page=2 ). I should have the pattern cut and ready to be pinned on to the dress form by Sunday (if I don't spend the weekend outside or going to see Terminator -- last weekend I saw Star Trek , awesome, by the way!). I've never done a lined jacket before so this ought to be interesting! I will keep you all posted (with pics, too) as I progress through it. Wish me luck!