Embody: A Capsule Collection to Knit & Sew

by Jacqueline Cieslak, Lydia Gluck & Meghan Fernandes (Editor)

Jacqueline Cieslak empowers makers of a wide range of sizes and abilities to create their own clothes as a practice of intimacy with their bodies. Pom Pom Press could not be prouder to publish her first book. Embody unites Jacqui’s sewing and knitting expertise in a capsule collection of highly customizable patterns designed to be made and worn together. Build a handmade wardrobe to honor your body and your creativity with this collection as your guide. 3 deeply adaptable core patterns (2 knitting, 1 sewing) with variations to make at least 25 different garments and 1 shawl in a range of sizes Each pattern has instructions for bespoke fitting to adjust each design perfectly to your own body Graded for chests up to 60 inches Includes digital download containing print-at-home sewing patterns and copyshop files 102 pages, softback book, printed in the UK.

Genres: Nonfiction, Crafts

Paperback

Published January 1, 2021

Reviews

[Allie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A welcome addition to my quest to revamp my wardrobe with consciously handmade items. There aren't tons of patterns in this book, but the ones it includes are thoughtful and very versatile. I also love when patterns are actually tested and shown on fat bodies, and not just theoretically size inclusive. I am about halfway through my first sweater from this book, and the pattern is really clear and the video tutorials are quite helpful. I am excited to get working on some of the sewing projects too!

[Caitlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adore Jacqueline, I follow her on Instagram. I really love how versatile she made her pieces. It’s really cool.

[Jaclyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love all of the patterns in this book. Cieslak has provided so many options for modification for all bodies, and created beautiful pieces that can be worn many ways. I've already ordered linen to make Woolfork, and wound yarn to cast on the shawl. When sweater weather rolls around, I'll be casting one of those on too. Love this book. All the heart emojis. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍

[Ash Andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved the story behind how the designer got started knitting and sewing AND that she delivered on wanting to create something that didn't yet exist: a body positive option for fiber artists looking to create a capsule wardrobe. The book is slim, with only three patterns, but has quite a few ways to customize each pattern to make alternative versions with length and sleeve variations.