Oliver + S

  • introducing the helsinki jacket sewing pattern

    Introducing the Helsinki Jacket, a simple, unlined cropped and boxy jacket that comes with two views and with lots of style. Try it in lightweight fabrics this spring and summer and in heavier wool next fall.

    what to wear to… a wedding

    Will you be a wedding guest this year? If so, what are you planning to wear? We have ideas and some practical advice to take some the stress out of planning.

    6 more details we love

    More embellishment ideas that you can add to your clothing and your sewing projects. Bring a little project along the next time you leave the house!

    fabric source: harts fabric

    As part of our Fabric Source series, the folks from Harts Fabric in Santa Cruz, California, are here today to suggest some of their fabric and pattern pairings. They found some great ideas for you!

    6 little details we love

    Sometimes it just takes a thoughtful detail to elevate a style, to make it really special and unique. Here are a few details to add to your own sewing or to something you already own. Many of these are portable so you can take them with you as a small, manageable project.

    fabric source: dot to dot studio

    As part of our Fabric Source series, today we have a visit from Dot to Dot Studio in Sussex, England, to meet them and see some of their fabric and pattern pairing suggestions.

    8 of our favorite sewing patterns for knits

    Knits are essential for our wardrobes these days, and fortunately we have a lot of patterns for them. Here are my top 8. You’ll be surprised how easy they are to sew!

    fabric source: bolt and spool in cleveland, ohio

    Nan, owner of Bolt and Spool in Cleveland, Ohio, is here to tell you a little about her shop and to share some of her fabric recommendations. This charming shop carries so many great fabrics and ideas, maybe you’ll find something perfect for your next project.