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I started my design career by drawing girls on the edges of my school notes and dressing them. I learned to sew in Junior High, and got out of PE by fixing the teacher's sweats! In High School (John Dewey, Brooklyn, NY) I was encouraged in fashion design, illustration and sewing. My teachers were amazing and industry professionals. They encouraged me to attend FIT. Unfortunately, before I finished college, I moved to San Fransisco.

I worked in the millinery industry as a rep for many years. A fortuitous move into a fat-postive household brought me back to design. Big Daddy Boxers was born. I sold boxers at local fat events to start, to a local Bear shop, at Folsom St. Fair, NoLose and the Michigan Women's Music Festival. With the help of Motherwit Web Design, I started a website.

When I moved back to to New York, I changed the name to Big Boxers of Brooklyn. I continued to sew and sell boxers far and wide. During the time, I realized that I wanted more of a design challenge, and more femme clothes in my life. Size Queen "when large is not big enough"^TM came into being.

I plan to design one of a kind, limited edition and custom clothing along with fun and comfy boxers and robes. I want to meld my Fat Activism, love of fabric and love of the dramatic into fabulous clothes that show off all the curves, and fit the body with comfort and ease.

I'm also planning to explore eco, organic and bamboo fabrics. I am thrilled to be in Portland at my first storefront studio space.

Come visit me!