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I think these fit more like a skirt than pants, so they don’t dig in when you sit the way pants do.

I think these fit more like a skirt than pants, so they don’t dig in when you sit the way pants do.

I was just thinking today about how you don’t need that much. I’m much more organized than I used to be at planning/sewing/purchasing my kids wardrobes…and they have way fewer clothes. As for babies, their things must be washed instead of sitting around getting sour…so you are right…very little actual need if you do it right.

I was just thinking today about how you don’t need that much. I’m much more organized than I used to be at planning/sewing/purchasing my kids wardrobes…and they have way fewer clothes. As for babies, their things must be washed instead of sitting around getting sour…so you are right…very little actual need if you do it right.

thanks! i will give it a try, i do know what you mean about the style of pants that fit that way
unfortunately i find even well fitting pants often make me uncomfortable when im sitting, something about how they press on my stomach even if its not overly tight. maybe there is a sewing/fit trick i could use to address this.

thanks! i will give it a try, i do know what you mean about the style of pants that fit that way
unfortunately i find even well fitting pants often make me uncomfortable when im sitting, something about how they press on my stomach even if its not overly tight. maybe there is a sewing/fit trick i could use to address this.

I wonder if you could add elastic to the back waistband for some ease?
That would be awesome for my 6 child waist line.

I wonder if you could add elastic to the back waistband for some ease?
That would be awesome for my 6 child waist line.

I agree, I am starting from scratch with Beatrix’s wardrobe. It is great fun and surprising how few ‘outfits’ she actually needs.
Love this thread!
https://www.flickr.com/photos/87659246@N02/15422682905/in/faves-motherof5/
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I agree, I am starting from scratch with Beatrix’s wardrobe. It is great fun and surprising how few ‘outfits’ she actually needs.
Love this thread!

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Oh, those are wonderful — a bit of neutral really makes the bright colors pop, doesn’t it? Some folks are so great at mixing up patterns (like Nele), but when I get inspired and try it myself I think each pattern gets a bit lost in the others. Neutral + accent is so versatile, it’s great for dipping your toe in the world of strong, vivid colors…[Read more]

Oh, those are wonderful — a bit of neutral really makes the bright colors pop, doesn’t it? Some folks are so great at mixing up patterns (like Nele), but when I get inspired and try it myself I think each pattern gets a bit lost in the others. Neutral + accent is so versatile, it’s great for dipping your toe in the world of strong, vivid colors…[Read more]

Thanks for mentioning my costume, Sarvi! I’ll keep the fun going. Only one of these is O+S, but I love the colors and patterns on these sisters:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/greenpip/15498002846/

The culottes are designed to sit at the natural (or actual) waist, and I do think they look better worn that way. I tend to wear most pants and jeans lower on the waist, but I would encourage you to wear these higher. We’ve sort of forgotten where our actual waists are over the past ten years of fashion, haven’t we?

Oh, I’d forgotten this thread – thanks for ressurecting it Sarvi.
I adore that Paddington outfit – think I favourited every pic of it. Such perfect details.
The three piece set is fab too – have you seen her adult tees (same Liberty….gorgeous) (& sorry – no link – on phone so too hard – but they’re in the Liesl&Co group)

Maybe we need a sew along for knock offs of each other’s work? It is pretty special that set.

They are lovely. I’m with you on Amanda’s three piece set, I have lost count of the times I’ve looked at the pictures of that outfit and coveted it!

Thanks Lightning! I just ordered the larger Hide and Seek and Garden party as well as the Lullaby Layette 🙂

Thanks Lightning! I just ordered the larger Hide and Seek and Garden party as well as the Lullaby Layette 🙂

Oh Lightning- wish you hadn’t done that. Just bought ten patterns in various sizes. What a good price! And shipping was only £6! Hope I don’t get massive customs bill now…