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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic I’ve just started my first Liesl pattern, the Montauk Trouser in the forum liesl + co: montauk trousers 1 year ago
I just finished another pair in linen and I’m really happy with the result. One piece of advice I’d offer for linen trousers is that you press the rise seam allowances to one side and edgestitch the rise seam to strengthen it and to prevent “grinning” when the weave opens up because of stress on the seam. Does that makes sense? I can post a photo…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Twirly skirts? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 1 year ago
The Swingset Skirt has been really popular because it’s quite full and can also be reversible… That might be a good place to start?
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Building Block Dress Question in the forum oliver + s: building block dress 1 year ago
Hi Brenda, can you be more specific? I’m not sure what you mean by View A? Which sleeve are you making?
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Help with choosing a size please in the forum liesl + co: classic shirt 1 year ago
I wrote a whole blog post to explain. I hope this helps!
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic moving dart Fira top in the forum liesl + co: fira dress + top 2 years ago
I wrote a blog post about this which should help to clarify:
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery tunic placket instruction in the forum liesl + co: gallery tunic + dress 2 years ago
As I responded on Instagram, you just need to find the template for the placket, which is separate from the pattern piece itself and is located right next to it on the pattern sheet.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Proper Sizing for busty girl?? in the forum liesl + co: enmore halter dress + top 2 years ago
Erica, thanks for your reply! And indeed, since this style doesn’t have shoulders I wouldn’t worry about that. Look at the bust measurement. If you need to do a full bust adjustment for the shelf bra you could also add room through the front (maybe just move the fold line out a bit from the fold to keep things easy), and the shelf bra will keep it…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Help needed with shoulder adjustment please in the forum liesl + co: fira dress + top 2 years ago
Hmm, I’m looking at your photos and you’re right; something is pulling the dress back. I’m wondering if it could be the neck neck? Because it’s designed to be quite high I wonder if it’s being forced lower and that’s causing the entire dress to pull back. Let me think about this a little more and if I have any other ideas I’ll tell you. I’ll also…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Help needed with shoulder adjustment please in the forum liesl + co: fira dress + top 2 years ago
Hi Kanataji, you sound confused! It’s difficult to make suggestions without seeing how the muslin is fitting on you. Is there any way you can post photos?
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Fira dress…please help with yoke instructions in the forum liesl + co: melville cardigan + vest 2 years ago
Hi Wonderly, is this where you are?
4. Keeping the edges of the outer yoke folded, align and pin it to the yoke lining (the unfolded yoke) with right sides together. Stitch the neckline and the sleeve edges with a 1/2″ seam, backstitching or lockstitching at both ends.
5. Trim the stitched seam allowances to 1/4″. Turn the yoke right-side out…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Question on the set-in sleeve in the forum liesl + co: easton cowl-neck tee 2 years ago
Hi there, I’m both the designer and the model in the photos. The two tops are the same size but made from different fabrics. The blue is cotton with spandex and the yellow is rayon with spandex, which drapes more and looks more clingy. In both tops the shoulder actually fits at the shoulder, but I think for the blue top I just didn’t adjust it…[Read more]
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Adding sleeves to the Marais? in the forum liesl + co: marais knit dress + top 2 years ago
I’m in total agreement. Sleeveless styles usually don’t extent out to the shoulder to accomodate a sleeve, so it’s much easier to copy the armhole of a garment with sleeves if you want to add them. Thanks, @lightningmcstitch!
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Fira top success in the forum liesl + co: fira dress + top 2 years ago
Very well done! It looks great on you. Such pretty fabric!
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Cuffs flaring out? in the forum liesl + co: all day shirt 2 years ago
I would imagine it has to do with stretching the cuff, but it should return to the correct shape with a little steam and some coaxing!
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Alternate cuffs in the forum liesl + co: gallery tunic + dress 2 years ago
Sure, I would imagine you could use the Classic Shirt or any of our other shirt/blouse patterns with a cuff and with a few adjustments you could have a more traditional cuff if you prefer.
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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Choosing the right size in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years ago
Very cool!
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