Oliver + S | mcholley1 | Activity https://oliverands.com/community/members/mcholley1/activity Activity feed for mcholley1. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:24:35 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 ab2d8499483eaa44f9978c31cfb3e4ef mcholley1 replied to the topic Underlining in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/underlining-2/#post-60085 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 17:08:54 -0400 FYI…I dared not share until I bought some spare but the German interfacing is WONDERFUL!

Thanks for the help along the way everyone! Now…of only someone would come hem this beast for me!

]]> 0 2315dbcc6ba50729e0610fab98da0d6b mcholley1 replied to the topic Front Bow in the forum oliver + s: fairy tale https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/front-bow/#post-60083 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 17:04:41 -0400 My daughter used to prefer front sashes as it is more comfortable when sitting. Like already suggested…I’d make a separate sash, thread chains on sides, and put a safety pin at the bow to keep from sagging.

]]> 0 063b7f32220e0f211a357a5a5c53e83d mcholley1 started the topic Underlining in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/underlining-2 Thu, 23 Feb 2017 15:38:30 -0500 I’m making a junior bridesmaid dress out of a silk/cotton batiste. It has a tight weave you would expect from a batiste but is thin and slightly sheer. I’m planning to self line it and underline my bodice pieces with this German interfacing.…[Read more]

]]> 0 cf9c36384508661d7fdc963c931db607 mcholley1 replied to the topic Favorite fabric stores in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/favorite-fabric-stores/#post-59608 Thu, 09 Feb 2017 20:08:13 -0500 True story! They were super helpful over the phone, sent me big enough swatches to judge the hand, held my yardage for 24hours while I talked to the bride. It wasn’t my first time doing business with them but certainly my first being so needy!

]]> 0 4b7c2be508fe69e6ff4e76caa48eb6c3 mcholley1 replied to the topic Favorite fabric stores in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/favorite-fabric-stores/#post-59576 Wed, 08 Feb 2017 18:35:46 -0500 Thanks for all the suggestions everyone! I ended up ordering a bundle of swatches from lots of places. This is the fabric we decided on.http://shop.farmhousefabrics.com/stores_app/Browse_Item_Details.asp?Shopper_id=515812271655158&Store_id=198&page_id=23&Item_ID=30350&Name=Periwinkle-Blue-Silk-Batiste,-52
Now to get to planning….

And, yes…[Read more]

]]> 0 1d88d1e58725858b59d12083f0db515e mcholley1 started the topic Favorite fabric stores in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/favorite-fabric-stores Mon, 23 Jan 2017 13:34:45 -0500 I’m making a junior bridesmaid dress and bow tie soon and am currently sourcing fabric swatches. I need to match a periwinkle (Pantone 15-3919). Tell me your go-to fabric stores, please! I’ve already done mood and farmhouse fabrics but still feel like I haven’t found “the one” yet.

]]> 0 da40c5897d83f50bd2d45ad05964f447 mcholley1 replied to the topic Bento Tee Dress Alterations in the forum liesl + co: bento tee https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/bento-tee-dress-alterations/#post-58613 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 02:00:21 -0500 Thanks for the reassurance. I can’t wait to cut a few more. I felt like I was secretly at work in my pajamas all day. I think I’ve found my winter uniform!

]]> 0 d7d7662244f24c419f42c13565ad3d98 mcholley1 replied to the topic Bento Tee Dress Alterations in the forum liesl + co: bento tee https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/bento-tee-dress-alterations/#post-58596 Thu, 17 Nov 2016 14:30:50 -0500 Try again!

]]> 0 5a1aa37ce48b2abaf14013308cb176d1 mcholley1 started the topic Bento Tee Dress Alterations in the forum liesl + co: bento tee https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/bento-tee-dress-alterations Thu, 17 Nov 2016 14:23:30 -0500 I extended the length of the bento tee to make a dress. I also narrowed the sleeves at the side seams.

1)Is there a better way to narrow the sleeves?

2)Is it possible to do something about these drag lines and maintain the boxy look or am I asking too much?

]]> 0 d1d2e408d215e15302da4d88e22eb396 mcholley1 replied to the topic Merino source in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/merino-source/#post-55959 Tue, 31 May 2016 16:19:20 -0400 Thanks for all the great sources! It looks like the fabric store is the best price even with international shipping. Now to decide on weight…

]]> 0 48452ddcc2ea2c58123a6214df0ae781 mcholley1 started the topic Merino source in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/merino-source Fri, 27 May 2016 11:50:09 -0400 Our summer trip is to Glacier National Park which reads cold nights for my Florida kids. I want to make a few fieldtrip Ragland and leggings in either a merino knit or thin fleece. Does anyone have any favorite sources for high quality technical fabrics online?

]]> 0 3d2b00b7291af392a26c748134c03d8f mcholley1 replied to the topic what's the most difficult thing you've ever sewn? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-most-difficult-thing-youve-ever-sewn/#post-54769 Wed, 20 Apr 2016 22:02:44 -0400 See how those armholes are way too deep?

]]> 0 a1633492d7b1e97326ded3ba556f2be3 mcholley1 replied to the topic what's the most difficult thing you've ever sewn? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-most-difficult-thing-youve-ever-sewn/#post-54767 Wed, 20 Apr 2016 21:59:45 -0400 The blazer…

]]> 0 39fa73c60bd86e045cab1defe3102915 mcholley1 replied to the topic what's the most difficult thing you've ever sewn? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-most-difficult-thing-youve-ever-sewn/#post-54765 Wed, 20 Apr 2016 21:26:48 -0400 I just finished a ‘muslin’ of a blazer to see how it would go. I want to make two for a family wedding and parties in November. I even added a full lining and it was suprisingly straightforward (…even if you weren’t there to hold my hand though the process, Liesl…hint, hint.). There are some straight forward fit issues that I’ll address.…[Read more]

]]> 0 3f153722c36c604475d7e58ba08ebd56 mcholley1 replied to the topic what's the most difficult thing you've ever sewn? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-most-difficult-thing-youve-ever-sewn/#post-54765 Wed, 20 Apr 2016 21:26:48 -0400 I just finished a ‘muslin’ of a blazer to see how it would go. I want to make two for a family wedding and parties in November. I even added a full lining and it was suprisingly straightforward (…even if you weren’t there to hold my hand though the process, Liesl…hint, hint.). There are some straight forward fit issues that I’ll address.…[Read more]

]]> 0 7bb0f53834e0653007d266d84572b073 mcholley1 started the topic Lining a jacket in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/lining-a-jacket Sat, 26 Mar 2016 12:20:32 -0400 So unfortunatly I’m sewing a non Oliver S pattern. I’m making a blazer. The pattern calls for a half lining but I plan to extend it full length. The lining has a pleat at the top to add ease. My question is do I extend the pleat down to the hem or do I blend it out as it extends down to the hem?

Thanks to anyone that has experience here.

]]> 0 52c0585a817499a10875f9ce5f55a9d2 mcholley1 replied to the topic Child classic jeans pattern? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/child-classic-jeans-pattern/#post-53211 Thu, 04 Feb 2016 03:45:13 -0500 I’d opt for an Ottobre design pattern of you aren’t turned off by tracing and adding seam allowance. They have lots of options in lots of sizes and are well drafted.

]]> 0 e825e8d8cbc453e02f0ac160ae9b2e10 mcholley1 replied to the topic Fabric Sailboat pants for Baptism outfit in the forum oliver + s: sailboat http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/fabric-sailboat-pants-for-baptism-outfit/#post-52528 Sun, 03 Jan 2016 02:28:31 -0500 What top are you planning with the pants? If the top hangs over the pants you’ll have less pressure getting a perfect fit. I would vote for a sateen for the pants to give them a little structure. A cord would be my second choice.

If you are making the top too…do you have a way to monogram the front? I think an all white sailboat set with a…[Read more]

]]> 0 bcb846f5885581e1ac21308d9b5e34ad mcholley1 replied to the topic My iron is dead in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/my-iron-is-dead/#post-51735 Mon, 23 Nov 2015 13:38:10 -0500 Ive killed two rowentas in the past year. I’ve learned belatedly that you should never overfill them with water. I’m currently using mine with a spray bottle as well.

]]> 0 24de20977bae37aadf27f438730bec56 mcholley1 replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/what-are-you-sewing-now/page/380/#post-51734 Mon, 23 Nov 2015 13:35:06 -0500 If you are sewing two sets anyway…why not do a sleepover set in flannel, a pair of flannel shorts, and a field trip interlock top that all coordinate? Over the holidays my kids spend a lot of the early evening and mornings playing in their pajamas. My kids tend to sleep in tshirts but then put their warm flannel sleepover set over when they…[Read more]

]]> 0 24de20977bae37aadf27f438730bec56 mcholley1 replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/what-are-you-sewing-now/#post-51734 Mon, 23 Nov 2015 13:35:06 -0500 If you are sewing two sets anyway…why not do a sleepover set in flannel, a pair of flannel shorts, and a field trip interlock top that all coordinate? Over the holidays my kids spend a lot of the early evening and mornings playing in their pajamas. My kids tend to sleep in tshirts but then put their warm flannel sleepover set over when they…[Read more]

]]> 0 e9ffaf0a1b01f57447c232b453d61108 mcholley1 replied to the topic Recital dress ideas? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/recital-dress-ideas/#post-49208 Wed, 19 Aug 2015 22:49:13 -0400 Oh…so many ideas! You ladies don’t disappoint…. It is so fun to dream of all the dresses I “could” make. The girl has decided on spots….black with white spots to be specific. She wants a “twirly skirt”….of course in this case I really want to make the Hide and Seek.

]]> 0 9044b9da6e362a39b8b1142389b6faa5 mcholley1 started the topic Recital dress ideas? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/recital-dress-ideas Tue, 28 Jul 2015 22:42:08 -0400 Because it is always fun to hear all of your ideas….

My daughter wants a black and white recital dress…any fabric/pattern ideas to keep it interesting? We don’t have a dress code. Our “recitals” aren’t formal. Basically, our tiny music school takes over the baby grand at a local nursing home after dinner every few months and plays for the…[Read more]

]]> 0 7c2d4aa3b4abb3a944cbbd57b083158a mcholley1 replied to the topic Favorite prints for boys in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/favorite-prints-for-boys/#post-48248 Fri, 26 Jun 2015 01:41:59 -0400 Oh, Sarvi! I love that idea (and…a new website browse).

Heidi, good point! I have that one and plan to use it. I never have great luck with knits holding up as well as wovens, but will absolutely make a few.

Thanks!

]]> 0 8b7c9ab394722d3ff0f98146eb2373c6 mcholley1 started the topic Favorite prints for boys in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/favorite-prints-for-boys Thu, 25 Jun 2015 20:40:15 -0400 I’m more a fan of versatile basics than prints (with the exception of liberty of course). HOWEVER, my boy starts kindergarten this fall and dress code dictates that he must wear a collared shirt each day. I thought to make things a little more kid friendly I’d buy a few cute prints for shirts for the school wardrobe. So…what are your favorite…[Read more]

]]> 0 f56c28d6630ce366b61b2e9bde6ad7dd mcholley1 replied to the topic Sketchbook Shorts for Girls - Sizing? in the forum oliver + s: sketchbook http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/sketchbook-shorts-for-girls-sizing/#post-48143 Mon, 22 Jun 2015 17:58:52 -0400 Not sketchbook….but the back darts on the art museum work really well on my girl for school shorts and she’s got a round derrière. I also just add patch pockets.

]]> 0 450ccf92ae8385f788ed11e6314699fb mcholley1 replied to the topic News and Current Affairs in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/news-and-current-affairs/page/107/#post-47579 Sat, 06 Jun 2015 19:07:04 -0400 Oh my! I can only imagine all that you must be feeling right now! There are no good words for something so scary as you all must be navigating. But, know your family is in my thoughts now. I am rooting for you all.

]]> 0 450ccf92ae8385f788ed11e6314699fb mcholley1 replied to the topic News and Current Affairs in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/news-and-current-affairs/#post-47579 Sat, 06 Jun 2015 19:07:04 -0400 Oh my! I can only imagine all that you must be feeling right now! There are no good words for something so scary as you all must be navigating. But, know your family is in my thoughts now. I am rooting for you all.

]]> 0 7efd59d91cfac21c2831c46355c44e15 mcholley1 replied to the topic Pants front pocket placement in the forum oliver + s: after-school http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/pants-front-pocket-placement/#post-47467 Thu, 04 Jun 2015 01:21:10 -0400 They are low but it is more pronounced on the smaller sizes. It is easy to lay the pattern pieces over each other and omit the pockets of you wanted to.

The pattern is great, though! Enjoy!

]]> 0 d16507e20346ddd4db5875269e20b807 mcholley1 replied to the topic Stupid things I've done while sewing O&S patterns in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/stupid-things-ive-done-while-sewing-oamps-patterns/page/8/#post-47466 Thu, 04 Jun 2015 00:00:24 -0400 Grrr….put buttonholes on the wrong side of an art museum vest! AFTER already making a second set of fronts because I wasn’t happy with my welts the first time around!

]]> 0 b103253bc8c9f3ea1fc91f5445c89f74 mcholley1 replied to the topic Boys bow tie? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/boys-bow-tie/#post-47461 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 22:16:59 -0400 Thanks for the suggestions everyone! I ended up spending some time looking at ones online and just drawing my own to get the specs right. (I was starting to feel like Goldilocks trying to find a pattern!)

It isn’t perfect, but good enough for a five year old boy in constant motion! And, he liked it and sat still for me to learn to tie it!

]]> 0 941f6f8962e8ad488aee4aa7989f5503 mcholley1 replied to the topic Boys bow tie? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/boys-bow-tie/#post-47461 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 22:16:59 -0400 Thanks for the suggestions everyone! I ended up spending some time looking at ones online and just drawing my own to get the specs right. (I was starting to feel like Goldilocks trying to find a pattern!)

It isn’t perfect, but good enough for a five year old boy in constant motion! And, he liked it and sat still for me to learn to tie it!

]]> 0 d19e75f86777f3cadb501fb1c42c486e mcholley1 replied to the topic Boys bow tie? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/boys-bow-tie/#post-47348 Sun, 31 May 2015 03:51:49 -0400 Thanks Nicole! How funny that that is the liberty print I’m using for his tie in a different color to go with a very similar striped vest!

]]> 0 7d33d68cf2c172ba820937af0ae394cd mcholley1 started the topic Boys bow tie? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/boys-bow-tie Sun, 31 May 2015 00:48:41 -0400 Anyone have a rec for a boys bow tie tutorial or pattern they would recommend? I don’t want a clip on…one that you tie. And it can be small…my five year old is about 35lbs.

Something like this….
https://www.jcrew.com/boys_category/tiesandbowties/bowties/PRDOVR~C7314/C7314.jsp

Thanks!

]]> 0 699e9a34ffa5e9815643b6365c2bdcbc mcholley1 replied to the topic Looking for a pattern--women's loose pants like these... in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-a-pattern-womens-loose-pants-like-these/#post-47091 Fri, 22 May 2015 23:51:46 -0400 http://www.simplicity.com/p-12320-misses-jacket-pants-skirt-and-knit-top.aspx

I just made this skirt. Not sure about the pants, but the skirt was pretty straight forward.

]]> 0 ddd390d78e81cc48bf244c78d1d105a0 mcholley1 replied to the topic Pick stitching? in the forum oliver + s: art museum http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/pick-stitching/#post-46326 Mon, 18 May 2015 18:00:48 -0400 So it goes all the way through both layers?

]]> 0 9b17aad3b220e6cfbaeb2943726a7523 mcholley1 replied to the topic Pick stitching? in the forum oliver + s: art museum http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/pick-stitching/#post-46324 Mon, 18 May 2015 16:06:30 -0400 It would be too late for this one…it is for preschool graduation. But, I’m planning another in a flax linen for a wedding mid-June and would LOVE to know how before then! YES PLEASE!!

I ended up under-stitching everywhere I could reach on this one, and I think it is going to work out fine. Now to pick buttons and a shorts pattern. I’m on…[Read more]

]]> 0 17d2f58837294e416e5b0fbfea309d91 mcholley1 started the topic Pick stitching? in the forum oliver + s: art museum http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/pick-stitching Mon, 18 May 2015 13:35:18 -0400 I’m working on a vest and have decided that edge stitching with my machine gives a more casual vibe than I’m going for. However, it annoys me greatly when the lining rolls out on the edge. So, I thought about pick stitching like on men’s suits. Does anyone know of any tutorials or done this before? Is it just a running stitch?

]]> 0 14b74dd1387d41387cdfb8cf4cc07d00 mcholley1 replied to the topic Beautiful Fabric in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/beautiful-fabric/#post-46124 Wed, 13 May 2015 18:01:05 -0400 Yep, High Springs. We make it to Manatee Springs several times a year. Do you ever hit up that quilt shop in Trenton?

]]> 0 35ab47f7a1e7b6f472591b63179c909d mcholley1 replied to the topic Beautiful Fabric in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/beautiful-fabric/#post-46120 Wed, 13 May 2015 16:45:11 -0400 That blue is gorgeous! Your profile pic looks like we are neighbors!

]]> 0 6ba5670630bad1726387e29c34b89207 mcholley1 replied to the topic What do you think? Feedback welcome. in the forum Sewing for Yourself http://oliverands.com/community/groups/sewing-for-yourself/forum/topic/what-do-you-think-feedback-welcome/#post-46119 Wed, 13 May 2015 16:43:20 -0400 First…YAY Team Paper!!! I loathe PDFs and am so happy to be able to buy paper patterns!

I was lucky enough to be a tester for the skirt. I’m only 5’2″ and the skirt is a good length for me. It is a really fun, quick, and easy sew for anyone that is wondering about that. It does feel a little “open” when I wear it. However, I wear a pencil…[Read more]

]]> 0 b03ee26cc7792ce4cdc0103f99195364 mcholley1 joined the group Sewing for Yourself https://oliverands.com/community/activity/p/147920 Wed, 13 May 2015 16:28:46 -0400 0 f5b15b22cb9abcce47e6bc235fcc5234 mcholley1 replied to the topic Disney costumes for almost 3 year old? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/disney-costumes-for-almost-3-year-old/#post-45158 Thu, 23 Apr 2015 12:21:04 -0400 I wouldn’t even use the buttonholes…I’d just sew the buttons straight through.

Is 11 too old for the seashore sundress? This is what I made for disney. It has been passed on to another little disney fan now. She wears it with a white blouse underneath and it is really…[Read more]

]]> 0 337344a05e163e49417a5016c28b1ace mcholley1 replied to the topic Disney costumes for almost 3 year old? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/disney-costumes-for-almost-3-year-old/#post-45150 Thu, 23 Apr 2015 02:08:28 -0400 The sailboat pants make cute Mickey mouse pants. How old are the girls?

]]> 0 cab7566466106a578550a03587149b4e mcholley1 replied to the topic Need to channel Jackie Kennedy! in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/need-to-channel-jackie-kennedy/#post-44629 Sat, 11 Apr 2015 01:20:19 -0400 Or what about an altered school photo dress??

]]> 0 3e60e43fda60f868a442b54c8e7a6f62 mcholley1 replied to the topic Need to channel Jackie Kennedy! in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/need-to-channel-jackie-kennedy/#post-44628 Sat, 11 Apr 2015 01:18:33 -0400 Try vintage patterns on eBay. I adore sewing vintage butterick and simplicity. I go with chest size for sizing and remember they may be very short.

]]> 0 6176faa19800b46299e41494add61535 mcholley1 replied to the topic News and Current Affairs in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/news-and-current-affairs/page/103/#post-44627 Sat, 11 Apr 2015 01:16:47 -0400 Congrats Nicole and Jed! What a lovely life you have made!

]]> 0 6176faa19800b46299e41494add61535 mcholley1 replied to the topic News and Current Affairs in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/news-and-current-affairs/#post-44627 Sat, 11 Apr 2015 01:16:47 -0400 Congrats Nicole and Jed! What a lovely life you have made!

]]> 0 edca09db3ef0a308c045fa94b2253dd8 mcholley1 replied to the topic ISO girly boy-free fun in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/iso-girly-boy-free-fun/#post-44625 Sat, 11 Apr 2015 00:58:39 -0400 Yep…boy or girl I force my kids outside in that sort of situation.

Even if you don’t have much space…do you have room for a slack-line? We just ordered one…after the kids played on a friend’s last weekend. I’m hopeful it helps wear them out or at the very least keep them busy and out of the trees.

Good luck finding some peace!

And,…[Read more]

]]> 0 e49477fbe3f9077f0197efda8f3e7929 mcholley1 replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic http://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/what-are-you-sewing-now/page/346/#post-44611 Fri, 10 Apr 2015 17:32:26 -0400 I taught two sections of lecture, one of lab, cooked dinner, and finished two pairs of shorts yesterday. I feel like a rockstar!! I love familiar o+s patterns. They take all the guesswork out of the equation! Next up two pairs of shorts for my boy…then I’ll have some wiggle room in the laundry rotation.

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