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Sherry Dryja showing off her shaggy new haircut.

PO40 This Week: Sew New & Haircuts!

by Sherry - Petite Over 40updated on May 14, 2021May 14, 20219 Comments

New this week on PO40: My sewjo is back and I’ve got a new pair of joggers as a result. And HAIR! I finally got my haircut!

Sherry Dryja of Petite Over 40 modeling her handmade blue and white polkdadot shorts and a gauzy shortsleeve button down top she thrifted. The shorts are from the Pietra pattern by Closet Case Patterns. The top and gray pinstripe blazer is by Theory. Her red mary jane clogs have a rubber sole. Her sky blue vegan leather crossbody bag is from Seattle designer John Met Betty.

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From Napkins to Shorts

by Sherry - Petite Over 40updated on February 6, 2023August 5, 201918 Comments

You read that right. A few weeks ago, just as the sun was starting to hum songs of summer, I pieced together a pair of shorts from two different sets of cloth napkins.

This image is a trio of images showcasing the paper bag waisted pants created by Sherry Dryja of Petite Over 40.

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Paper Bag Waist Breaks the Rules with a Zen-like Glee

by Sherry - Petite Over 40updated on February 6, 2023July 16, 201921 Comments

There is something about a paper bag waist that intrigues me. Maybe it’s because it’s a rule-breaker. To create a paper bag waist, I scrunch a bunch of fabric around the smallest part of my waist and cinch it there with a belt. It creates bulk in a place I usually try to make look smaller. And yet, here I am, wearing pants with a paper bag waist.

Sherry Dryja of Petite Over 40 poses in her #memade jumpsuit inspired by Mel Kobayashi of Bag and a Beret. The jumpsuit is a mix of patterns. On top, a sleeveless "vest" with a face graphic. On bottom, red plaid twill. She's wearing a long-sleeve cream-colored blouse from J.Crew beneath the vest. She has a black Eileen Fisher obi belt like a cummerbund around her waist and a black velvet chocker necklace at her neck. She's wearing a black bowler hat by Goorin Bros. and has a black cane. Her shoes are black vintage pointed-toe oxfords but she's removed the laces.

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MeMade MelSuit on Broadway

by Sherry - Petite Over 40updated on June 9, 2019June 5, 201912 Comments

Step on up and read all about the latest show to hit the stage–MeMade MelSuit on Broadway! It’s about a hand-crafted jumpsuit turned hoity toity turned high school thug. Don’t miss it!