Oliver + S

cannes

fall transition: it’s all about the shoes

What’s an easy way to transition your wardrobe into fall and keep wearing your favorite handmade clothing as the weather changes? Look to your footwear to help!

my essential suitcase

What are your 10 essential sewing patterns? I’m calling them my Stranded in the City Suitcase, in honor of the long-lasting Desert Island Discs radio program in which the guests pick their essential music for a long stay on a desert island…

weekend links

Liesl is back with her occasional Weekend Links post and lots or articles to read this weekend. It’s been a while!

asmita’s cannes trousers

We have such a special treat for you today! Asmita is sharing her Cannes Trousers, styled as palazzo pants. The beautiful fabric is paired with a hand-embroidered border. Click over to see the details.

lorena’s cannes trousers

Lorena has stopped by to show off her new Cannes Wide-Legged Trousers made from a linen-like rayon. Click over to read about her project!

erica’s chambray cannes trousers

We love Erica’s new Cannes Wide-Legged Trousers. She made a fantastic pair of black trousers during the testing process, and now she is back with a slightly cropped version in chambray.

lyndsey’s 5-piece spring capsule

Lyndsey has stopped by to share her 5-piece spring capsule sewing plans. Click over to see how she is pairing fabric and patterns to create a fun, preppy spring wardrobe!

what’s behind our new pattern collection?

What inspired our spring pattern collection? A tight collection of sewing patterns that can be worn together as coordinates or as separates. Here’s how Liesl sewed and wears them.