> OK then if the Artemis patterns run too small can someone give me an idea as to wear I can buy patterns that don't run so small.

Check out Folkwear.com. My first pattern ever was the 119 Sarouelles (harem pants). So simple that you don't really need a pattern, but I found this to be a great way to introduce myself to sewing patterns and how to read them. My next project was the Indian-style choli in #134 We have the same bust size.

If you're an absolute novice, I'd skip making a circle skirt and save yourself hours of frustration and little-to-no cost savings vs. RTW.

The accoutrement like belts & armbands are more craft/creativity based vs. pattern based. Try ordering some belt bases from Sugar Petals to cover and decorate. Once you get comfortable, then you can experiment with covering & decorating bras.

Warning - you may become completely & utterly obsessed with sewing!

First, a little clarification. Artemis is the retailer, not the pattern company or brand.
The pattern brand that makes small patterns is Atira (formerly Jehlor).
Artemis the retailer carries patterns from several companies, including Atira, Folkwear, Fat Chance Belly Dance, Tempest & Madam X.

Atira patterns run small
Folkwear patterns are great.
I'm told the Fat Chance choli pattern is difficult, but the skirt & pants from the Tribal Collection pattern are quite nice.
I'm told Madam X patterns are good, too.
BD Patterns are also very good. True to size with clear instructions (but Artemis doesn't carry them).
Never tried the Tempest patterns, don't know anyone who has, so I can't comment on them.

If Artemis' costume pattern page is confusing, www.artemisimports.com/ here's my guide to her page.
Costuming books are first. Scroll down past them.
The Fat Chance Tribal Collection is the first pattern listed beneath the books.
Scroll down, the next pattern on the page is Azita's crochet bra & belt. Keep scrolling down, everything from Azita to Hanida's & hadhi's Headdresses are all Atira patterns. These are the ones that run small.
Gaylene's Endless Wave harem pants pattern is next.
Keep scrolling, and you'll find Madam X Fishtail skirt, then some Goth inspired patterns from Tempest, then Madam X Ghawazee coat.
Scroll down past them, and you'll find the Folkwear patterns, starting with the Egypitan Shirt.