Nicole

I did pretty much just what Meleliza describes for two weddings, but with a different bodice, and put in an invisible zip in the back.

I did pretty much just what Meleliza describes for two weddings, but with a different bodice, and put in an invisible zip in the back.

Kmac, the Music Box pinafore is a lovely pattern – and View A – pleats all around – could look very dressy in the right fabric. It’s longer than some of the other dress patterns, and could be worn over either a long or short sleeve blouse or top depending on the weather. Or you could add flutter sleeves to the shoulder line. Good luck with the project.

Yes, I’ve reserved the smaller sized Art Museum from same site. ” my” little boys are finally getting big enough for proper trousers, and at least one likes wearing vests. Looking forward to buying the Lunchbox culottes, too. I have a watching brief for O+S patterns on ebay but it keeps alerting me to stuffed scarecrows, and vintage patterns, as…[Read more]

Yes, I’ve reserved the smaller sized Art Museum from same site. ” my” little boys are finally getting big enough for proper trousers, and at least one likes wearing vests. Looking forward to buying the Lunchbox culottes, too. I have a watching brief for O+S patterns on ebay but it keeps alerting me to stuffed scarecrows, and vintage patterns, as…[Read more]

Thank you Nicole I will try your suggestion. I’m still wishing for another special occasion dress too.

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)

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…

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…

Look-y here. the fabric shop with the BEST service ever is having a sale! Oliver + S patterns for US$8
http://the-fabric-stash.com/product-category/oliverands/

Look-y here. the fabric shop with the BEST service ever is having a sale! Oliver + S patterns for US$8
http://the-fabric-stash.com/product-category/oliverands/

May I be the first to welcome you, dear sister? 😉 I’m so incredibly excited to have a (long distance) sewing buddy!!

May I be the first to welcome you, dear sister? 😉 I’m so incredibly excited to have a (long distance) sewing buddy!!