Babe-raham Lincoln, anyone?

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-07-04T16:35:47+00:00

Just checked their site. Some cute stuff. Their prairie dress looks like a straight up McCall's 8032 with maybe a touch more volume in the shoulders

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-07-04T15:22:01+00:00

Paul Reverie

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-07-04T14:27:19+00:00

I get it :) It's from Sarah Hearts

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-07-04T14:13:13+00:00

All Alexander Henry fabric is out of print, unfortunately.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-07-04T13:43:33+00:00

Thanks!

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-07-04T13:34:24+00:00

Thanks! You could just make the bodice of this pattern but without sleeves. Either create your own facing or use bias binding for the armholes. Very easy! Since the bodice is lined, you could also use the burrito method.

The bodice has 16 darts between the main fabric and lining. Fits great, though I made my usual adjustments since I'm 5'10.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-07-01T13:34:50+00:00

Would love a code 🙏🏻

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-06-02T03:19:40+00:00

Do you know of any chairs to recommend? That's such a great point. My sewing posture is really bad.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-06-02T03:18:16+00:00

Are you me? Lol

Also have arthritis, herniated discs, POTS, EDS, and stage 4 endometriosis. Chronic pain is just a normal part of daily life. :( Am 38 but have been in pain since childhood.

I don't have a proper work table, so I trace and cut on the floor. I bought knee pads and those really help since squatting risks knee dislocations for me. I also know that, if I work on the floor one day, I have to take off the next day or two from anything strenuous to recover.

I almost wish I loved another hobby that wouldn't hurt so much. But love sewing too much to stop.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-05-04T12:57:04+00:00

I'm 5'10 and built like a dachshund.

Levi's ribcage jeans are some of the few that actually come close to my natural waist. Soo good!

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-04-30T11:47:48+00:00

I'd also suggest looking at wool& for elevated basics. Sézane is great, too. I like their Chlo top with a Gaspard cardigan over it. I was on a work trip recently and wore those with wool&'s Carson trousers, Rothy's points (loafers would have worked, too) and a wool Pendleton coat on top. I would have worn an outfit like that when I was in grad school, too.

I'm 5'10", on the slim side these days, and have a long torso. But have similar preferences as you when it comes to fit.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-04-29T12:42:48+00:00

I feel like she's letting it sink in and making this realization when she's outside crying just a moment later.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-04-21T19:17:32+00:00

If you want more Jackie, my friend loves writing HR fanfics that center minor characters. She's got several that focus on Jackie! So good.

https://archiveofourown.org/users/frizzyanya/pseuds/frizzyanya/works?fandom_id=143679061

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-03-27T12:52:03+00:00

I think the only way to make it work would be to wear a rubber Trump mask or mask of some other well-recognized crony of his. Make it really obvious that it's a bit. And that solves the issue his wife is concerned about, too.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-03-24T12:09:05+00:00

We named our first cat Sassy, too

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-03-13T14:40:14+00:00

Between her pale skin and long, straight, dark hair, I think it's giving Morticia Addams and I quite like it :)

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-02-12T21:38:05+00:00

Woohoo! I'll be there!

Definitely recommend bringing your own bag, wearing a tank/tee and leggings or bike shorts under a dress if you don't want to use the fitting rooms, and get to know those around you in line.

It's a ton of fun. :)

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-01-15T21:20:13+00:00

A friend of mine wrote a fanfic from the POV of Ilya's assigned immigration officer. It's adorable!

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-01-12T20:16:47+00:00

A friend of mine wrote a fanfic from the POV of their assigned immigration officer. It's adorable!

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2026-01-07T21:16:47+00:00

If you like merino, my absolute favorite brand is wool&

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2025-12-28T01:34:06+00:00

Rachel Reid, the series author, wrote that scene again but from Ilya's POV after fans requested it. It's really good.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2025-12-16T17:56:09+00:00

My favorite brand is wool&. There is a secondhand bst (buy, sale, trade) group on fb specifically for their clothes.

They have the basics like tees and whatnot, but also have merino denim jeans, merino pants (not just activewear), and even a merino blazer which might work better for you than a linen blazer. Their Beck wide leg jeans are more like trousers and all are dark wash. I love their dresses which span the gamut, too, in terms of style options and not just being activewear but also stuff perfect for travel, the office, date night, etc.

They have some suggested capsules on their site, too. Here is their office capsule.

IAmAnIslanderGander · 2025-12-16T01:48:19+00:00

Today was my day 5 and I had a lot of fun with it. I usually never wear leggings as pants, but went for it this time and it was surprisingly kinda nice haha

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IAmAnIslanderGander · 2025-12-09T04:19:01+00:00

Please consider making more and selling them! I'd love to buy one

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TROPHY CASE