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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Choosing the right size in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 1 year ago
I would suggest taking her measurements and comparing them to our size chart–that’s always the best bet! You can even use our handy free measurement chart to help you!
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Yanaka broad shoulder adjustment in the forum liesl + co: yanaka jacket 1 year ago
Without seeing it on you I’d probably be inclined to make a larger size and taper the seams if needed, to get a closer fit through the torso.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Confusion about sleeve cuff in the forum liesl + co: classic shirt 1 year ago
We have a complete sew-along to help you! Once you “get” this technique it’s very quick and clean.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Marais in non- stretch woven in the forum liesl + co: marais knit dress + top 1 year ago
As far as I know it hasn’t been done. The pattern was specifically designed for knits, so I’m afraid I can’t offer any advice here. It may be worth a try if you’re willing to fiddle with it, but I can’t offer any assurances since it’s outside of the scope of the pattern itself.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Cargo pockets in unexpected places… in the forum oliver + s: field trip 1 year ago
Very cool!
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Verdun sleeves in the forum liesl + co: verdun woven t-shirt 1 year ago
The two are completely separate patterns, so I can’t say for sure. But you could certainly try it!
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Yanaka Fabric in the forum liesl + co: yanaka jacket 1 year ago
Yes, I think so! I haven’t tried it, but I think it could look very cool.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Help—back key hole opening in the forum oliver + s: garden party 1 year ago
I was just going to suggest both interfacing and a shorter stitch length for the future. It can also depend on the fabric you’re using, which you can test with a scrap before you sew the keyhole itself. This is one of those things you’ll learn with experience, unfortunately. But well done sewing your first one!
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Extra Sharp Pencil Skirt – Fitting Help in the forum liesl + co: extra-sharp pencil skirt 1 year ago
Hi Brenda, It’s difficult to give advice without being able to see the skirt on you, but one big advantage of this style is that you can adjust the seams, as you mentioned. If you feel that you need more or less room in a certain area, simply move your pins to “let in” or “let out”. Once you’ve gotten a fit you like, those changes can be…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Noord in just one fabric in the forum liesl + co: noord t-shirt + sweatshirt 1 year ago
I think your best bet would to do a mock layout with the pattern pieces since I’m sure they would use less fabric when combined than with three separate fabrics.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Which way is up on the waistband pieces? in the forum liesl + co: saint-germain wrap dress 2 years ago
Sorry about that–the waist is the narrowest part. It gets wider for the hips…
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Fitting the Cappuccino Dress in the forum liesl + co: cappuccino dress + tunic 2 years ago
Ok, from the look of these photos the armhole seems to be quite small for you, and I think that’s why it’s pulling. Can you drop it a bit or trace a larger size for the arm? I think it wouldn’t hurt to go up a size overall if that’s easier, too. You don’t want this style to be too fitted.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Fitting the Cappuccino Dress in the forum liesl + co: cappuccino dress + tunic 2 years ago
Hello, and good for you, sticking to it! Your muslin is looking very good. Do those drag lines go away if you move them over your bust? From the photo it looks like you raised your arms and the extra fullness got “caught” above your bra, so I’m wondering if it’s just that the fabric is sticky. To a certain degree there will be drag lines due to…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Belly adjustment in the All Day Shirt in the forum liesl + co: all day shirt 2 years ago
Hello James,
As it happens, we have a blog tutorial specifically for this topic! I hope this helps:
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Thoughts on using a large-scale print? in the forum liesl + co: chaval coat 2 years ago
Depending on the weight and thickness of the lining I think it could be great! Would love to see it when you’re done.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Fitting the sleeves – Muslin 5 questions in the forum liesl + co: saint-germain wrap dress 2 years ago
For question 1 it very much depends on your arms. If you have fuller arms you may want to go with a larger size armhole. Otherwise start with the standard size and see how it goes with the muslin.
Regarding #2, I’m not a big believer in the body map concept because it’s not nearly as simple as the authors of the book try to make it. Each pattern…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Playtime does in the forum oliver + s: playtime 2 years ago
I think I’ve made it in knit with the placket and it wasn’t a problem, but it’s been a while. And I know several people have eliminated the placket without problems, too. There have been many versions of this pattern–you could check the Flickr group or the Facebook group and probably find lots of examples.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Chaval coat questions re: underlining and interfacing in the forum liesl + co: chaval coat 2 years ago
That looks like it will be a very nice fabric for this pattern! I would say the underlining is completely your choice based on your fabric. If you’re concerned that the fabric isn’t substantial enough for this pattern I’d say go for it. In general, I tend to skip it and instead allow the fabric to drape. This coat is designed to be somewhat…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Help on B6526 adjustment in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 2 years ago
I agree that the second muslin is just not hitting it. What about altering the pattern piece to lower the neckline so it hits below the bust? That would be relatively easy, I think.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Sew Beautiful Magazine in the forum
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Very thoughtful on you, @gaudetk! I hope they find a good home for all that useful inspiration and information!
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