Oliver + S | needlewoman | Friends Activity https://oliverands.com/community/members/needlewoman/activity/friends Activity feed for needlewoman's friends. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:12:41 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 439578c9f294c8a29951b545b8d928ed Nicole replied to the topic Has anyone resized the bucket hat for size 0-3? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/has-anyone-resized-the-bucket-hat-for-size-0-3#post-79319 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 23:02:59 -0400 @Bonnie I found the hat was on the small side (or my babies have enormous heads) I would make one and see. You can always pop it away for a few months. They grow so fast.
Good luck.

]]> 0 21642f5dce5cfec2e3176a8640135c31 Nicole replied to the topic Liesl and Co Woodland Cape in the forum liesl + co: woodland stroll cape https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/liesel-and-co-woodland-cape#post-77496 Thu, 22 Jul 2021 08:30:40 -0400 It is very roomy @sewrosey61 as it fastens with a side button.
This lovely pattern is my go to as a teacher gift. My last version was sewn for a AUS size 20.
(My tip, attach the button with elastic so it has some ease)
Alternatively, I think you could make a wee tab that has buttons on each end.

Good luck!

]]> 0 a62aca6328e511dcf8e2ff70ef467bfd Masha Richart replied to the topic Picking the right size for a petite curvy girl!!!! in the forum liesl + co: marais knit dress + top https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/picking-the-right-size-for-a-petite-curvy-girl#post-77158 Thu, 13 May 2021 12:30:17 -0400 Also, because of the way the top is constructed, you can easily make more tummy room by slashing and spreading the middle piece from the bottom up, in addition to grading out at the side seams.

]]> 0 5df0b38622e1428f7d9b4f8d75a19717 Masha Richart replied to the topic Picking the right size for a petite curvy girl!!!! in the forum liesl + co: marais knit dress + top https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/picking-the-right-size-for-a-petite-curvy-girl#post-77157 Thu, 13 May 2021 12:27:52 -0400 Hi Cybele! My measurements are UB 37, FB 41, Waist 33. I sewed up the L D-cup as a muslin and was surprised to see that it fit pretty spot on (I was expecting the upper chest and straps to be too big/wide, and that I would have to adjust the seams, but neither of those things were the case). Your full bust is a little bigger than mine, but…[Read more]

]]> 0 0615e7a07d869294df6fbb55ab2ddccb Masha Richart replied to the topic Adjusting for a high round back in the forum liesl + co: breezy blouse https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/adjusting-for-a-high-round-back#post-76541 Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:00:50 -0500 Great! I hope you share it when you’re done!

]]> 0 fbda6ba26c99514d4f7eaf4af8b31ed5 Masha Richart replied to the topic Adjusting for a high round back in the forum liesl + co: breezy blouse https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/adjusting-for-a-high-round-back#post-76526 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 21:20:11 -0500 Hi Annie. I think I would probably put in the seam for the best fit, and then end up with a slit opening instead of a keyhole. . But you could try doing the adjustment without a center back seam, and then take out the excess at the neckline with darts.

]]> 0 26ff33fe29524391fc03833c24d24115 Nicole replied to the topic buttons? in the forum liesl + co: all day shirt https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/buttons#post-76238 Fri, 27 Nov 2020 22:58:23 -0500 @lrnbckmn, do you have an old shirt in your rag bag that you can salvage the buttons from?
Or you could try an Op-Shop?
Maybe ask around your friends? Many of the mass produced shirts have those little collar buttons as standard.

]]> 0 d23571a88877c4661915b2542499027c Nicole replied to the topic Lisette B6296 Pajama Pants in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/lisette-b6296-pajama-pants#post-76031 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 07:21:37 -0500 @macaronquilts Out of interest I got my 23 year son to try on his sisters. Way too short (I had shortened the leg) but they fit in a low waisted way.
He is not overly tall and an average muscular build.

He, too, liked the pockets and said he would happily wear them.

I hope that helps!

]]> 0 c743c786e36c5efb6c6d59d88e2fbb7e Masha Richart replied to the topic Adjusting bust upwards in the forum liesl + co: saint-germain wrap dress https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/adjusting-bust-upwards#post-74181 Mon, 27 Jan 2020 21:37:10 -0500 The Saint-Germain has waist pleats, not waist darts. So you don’t really need to extend anything. If you don’t think that will work for your shape, you could try rotating the fullness of the pleat into a side bust dart. I added a dart for mine since I have a large bust.

]]> 0 d01b072486da564e19979666e4049edc Masha Richart replied to the topic Grading for the All Day Shirt in the forum liesl + co: all day shirt https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/grading-for-the-all-day-shirt/#post-73055 Fri, 25 Oct 2019 01:33:00 -0400 If it’s just the shoulder width you want to change, I’d probably try a narrow shoulder adjustment on the size x-large yoke to get to to the width you need. Then you don’t have to mess with trying to get it to match up to the x-large body parts.

]]> 0 ab0f99004c53a6e29a796966a72fca63 Nicole replied to the topic Royal wedding themed dress in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/royal-wedding-themed-dress/#post-65687 Wed, 09 May 2018 10:51:08 -0400 The Roller Skate would be a great back drop to appliquéd bunting.

]]> 0 45221c873080bc72a3213a6d569851c9 Nicole and Sue Whelan are now friends https://oliverands.com/community/activity/p/166494 Sat, 05 May 2018 17:37:29 -0400 0 053125d270dbcf2bc492027682a4ba0e Nicole replied to the topic Ideal Needle Size in the forum oliver + s: building block dress https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/ideal-needle-size/#post-65676 Fri, 04 May 2018 23:25:39 -0400 @softwareandstitches I found this one https://www.craftsy.com/sewing/patterns/a-guide-to-schmetz-sewing-needles/236850 I couldn’t search for you yesterday as I was on my phone.

My favourite is size 10, It seems to sew best on my machine, a Bernina semi-industrial. I am pretty fussy about changing them after hitting a pin or 12 hours sewing time.…[Read more]

]]> 0 60839f0633c3749b4e901be61c7fc5d8 Nicole replied to the topic Enlarging the Brunch Jacket from size 8 to size 10/12 in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/enlarging-the-brunch-jacket-from-size-8-to-size-10-12/#post-65653 Fri, 04 May 2018 08:08:55 -0400 @moushka26 My apologies in not replying sooner. I have had a bereavement.

I hope your mother continues to improve.

]]> 0 686066ce448f47483b1c19130a84434f Nicole replied to the topic Ideal Needle Size in the forum oliver + s: building block dress https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/ideal-needle-size/#post-65652 Fri, 04 May 2018 08:05:06 -0400 That will depend on what the fabric you are sewing.

For lawn and voile, I use a size 10, a size 12 for most other fabrics and a 14 for denim.

If you google it, you should find a good chart that will recommend type and needle size.

Good luck.

]]> 0 726f877ab2b94dfeae78e88909140954 Nicole replied to the topic Enlarging the Brunch Jacket from size 8 to size 10/12 in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/enlarging-the-brunch-jacket-from-size-8-to-size-10-12/#post-65472 Sun, 08 Apr 2018 01:59:39 -0400 PS Excuse my lack of manners, thank you very much.

]]> 0 a824eceaa50d7a87cdabe21369b2f5bb Nicole replied to the topic Enlarging the Brunch Jacket from size 8 to size 10/12 in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/enlarging-the-brunch-jacket-from-size-8-to-size-10-12/#post-65471 Sat, 07 Apr 2018 22:05:23 -0400 @moushka26 I checked my notes and this was a straight size 8. The top she is wearing is a size 12 Hopscotch t-shirt.

I hope that helps.

]]> 0 94ddcc522af1dd846c6ee33c98f127cb Nicole replied to the topic sleeveless version Book report dress? in the forum oliver + s: book report https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/sleeveless-version/#post-65453 Fri, 06 Apr 2018 00:35:09 -0400 How about the same way as the Fairy Tale dress is sewn?

http://fiveandcounting-motherof5.blogspot.com.au/2013/01/a-christmas-fairy-tale-tutorial-part-i.html?showComment=1358649417151

I have a few photos here that may help.

PS I have not sewn the Library dress *yet*

]]> 0 efbfbaf32eb5486c8560dfa8a77b9585 Nicole replied to the topic music class blouse for boys? in the forum oliver + s: music class https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/music-class-blouse-for-boys/#post-65452 Fri, 06 Apr 2018 00:32:31 -0400 I have made a few baby boy Sketch book shorts, utterly adorable but they were a bit firm for a chubby babies neck. The Music Class would definitely be roomier.

]]> 0 47e0cb126e9dffae7bfa523031b09cc3 Nicole replied to the topic Enlarging the Brunch Jacket from size 8 to size 10/12 in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/enlarging-the-brunch-jacket-from-size-8-to-size-10-12/#post-65449 Fri, 06 Apr 2018 00:30:22 -0400 This jacket is quite roomy, my daughter is 11 or 12 in this photo and you can see it fits nicely still.

The sleeves are good and long too as they fold back on themselves in a deep cuff.

]]> 0 97465888d46b10fd332015c59141dd74 Nicole and arlinajsk are now friends https://oliverands.com/community/activity/p/166431 Thu, 05 Apr 2018 13:09:13 -0400 0 61bfd9fc843803280d0e3012b9939ee6 Nicole and Maggie are now friends https://oliverands.com/community/activity/p/166430 Thu, 05 Apr 2018 10:48:16 -0400 0 514d16cf00dfe38b2ab34f71082e3ab5 Nicole replied to the topic Clipping into Staystitching? in the forum oliver + s: roller skate https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/clipping-into-staystitching/#post-65420 Thu, 05 Apr 2018 05:14:59 -0400 @MaggieH absolutely nothing wrong with slow sewing. Far, far better to have one good dress than half dozen rushed, ‘okay’ versions.

I will keep a look out for it and I am very keen to see your lace version.

Perfect your skills and pattern and you WILL have something you can see up for that last minute invite.

Good luck

xx Nicole

]]> 0 cc4a8aa11b1b8a84107569bc90b836d8 Nicole replied to the topic music class blouse for boys? in the forum oliver + s: music class https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/music-class-blouse-for-boys/#post-65417 Thu, 05 Apr 2018 00:10:37 -0400 I would have definitely put this on my boy.
For up to 2 years I would make it as it is. (2+2 blouse would be adorable too) after that age I would consider leaving off the tucks and trimming the excess from the side and front to match the yoke.
I would keep the width at the sides for a chubby boy or trim the side too for a slimmer child (drafting a…[Read more]

]]> 0 0524fc032ff587592277a17aa74a9607 Nicole replied to the topic Clipping into Staystitching? in the forum oliver + s: roller skate https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/clipping-into-staystitching/#post-65379 Wed, 04 Apr 2018 03:53:50 -0400 @MaggieH how did it go?

I dismissed this pattern as a bit of a dull sew UNTIL I sewed it.
Very red faced, it is just lovely.

]]> 0 f5374c9522bf947bf6bdc408c1afee7c Nicole replied to the topic Clipping into Staystitching? in the forum oliver + s: roller skate https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/clipping-into-staystitching/#post-65349 Sat, 31 Mar 2018 00:03:10 -0400 Stay stitching is a support for sewing, once the sewing is done it has done its job.

Clipping the curves is important for a nice neat turn and curve.

On a very sheer fabric, where the clipping will show, I trim the seam very closely and it will curve nicely but you need to be a bit careful.

I hope that helps?

]]> 0 69c8fef2188d1cf88e041c28eee29a35 Nicole replied to the topic Help with fitting/shape in the forum liesl + co: weekend getaway blouse + dress https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/help-with-fitting-shape/#post-65315 Wed, 28 Mar 2018 00:37:14 -0400 I found by getting a good fit in the bust and shoulders the dress ‘skimmed’ the rest of me. It sort of tucked under my bust and hinted at a waist.

Here I had just had my 6 baby and was quite lumpy https://www.flickr.com/photos/motherof5/14999667107/in/album-72157636708064826/

See how it has gentle shaping.…[Read more]

]]> 0 f80327a0b1e19c66338144bc65177e70 Nicole replied to the topic Making the Muslin for Classic Shirt in the forum liesl + co: classic shirt https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/making-the-muslin-for-classic-shirt/#post-65281 Mon, 26 Mar 2018 23:10:04 -0400 @enbee I had forgotten about the cup size, apologies. You shouldn’t have too then.

I wish I has time to start this and do it with you.

I guess what I would do is is muslin the 8 graded to the 12 ( as you suggested). Put in one sleeve and check the bicep, you made need to add some there, check arm movement and check length.
Sometimes I have to…[Read more]

]]> 0 0d3468ea2bd17f50ac75621c6b36541e Nicole replied to the topic Making the Muslin for Classic Shirt in the forum liesl + co: classic shirt https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/making-the-muslin-for-classic-shirt/#post-65235 Sun, 25 Mar 2018 22:25:39 -0400 Me, me!
Small shoulders, big boobs and a big tummah!

You need to make a muslin. A FBA will be your friend here. I did one here http://fiveandcounting-motherof5.blogspot.com.au/2015/09/mama-gets-her-groove-back.html I have no idea if it is the right way but it may help you get started.

Liesl’s FBA instructions are brilliant.

Let me know how you…[Read more]

]]> 0 f7c0305202c68e1b37ddae83ebfc7625 Nicole replied to the topic News and Current Affairs in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/news-and-current-affairs/page/121/#post-63811 Thu, 04 Jan 2018 09:05:16 -0500 Just put one of babies on the plane to Ireland. I know she will have a wonderful time but I miss her already.

]]> 0 4d4967a896fd0bfefc1e140f10d61b5f Nicole replied to the topic SOS Liesl-Help Fitting A Fashion Conscious Pre-Teen in the forum oliver + s: seashore https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/sos-liesl-help-fitting-a-fashion-conscious-pre-teen/#post-63809 Thu, 04 Jan 2018 00:29:01 -0500 @florencetaylor Happy New Year to you too!

I did get locked out of Flickr and my son got me back in. I will ask him how he did it. 🙂

]]> 0 0c2887372c0cc90b815a5ee0bcbb18bf Nicole replied to the topic Ruffle picnic shorts in the forum oliver + s: class picnic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/ruffle-picnic-shorts/#post-63808 Thu, 04 Jan 2018 00:06:49 -0500 @amybeth @beachmom has very kindly opened her blog for you to have a look https://siestasandsewing.blogspot.com.au/2012/05/ruffle-shorts-tutorial.html?m=1

It is a great tutorial but you may want look at it promptly so Cindy can lock it up again.

Good luck!

]]> 0 5b5f91f5bff05f6d3338b7567aec4d0a Nicole replied to the topic SOS Liesl-Help Fitting A Fashion Conscious Pre-Teen in the forum oliver + s: seashore https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/sos-liesl-help-fitting-a-fashion-conscious-pre-teen/#post-63803 Wed, 03 Jan 2018 02:55:37 -0500 How about sizing up and then making a blouse or top to wear under it?

]]> 0 1c7f0cf538cc0ab3eb2120ee53cfe648 Nicole replied to the topic Ruffle picnic shorts in the forum oliver + s: class picnic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/ruffle-picnic-shorts/#post-63802 Wed, 03 Jan 2018 02:52:58 -0500 http://fiveandcounting-motherof5.blogspot.com.au/2012/08/a-short-tutorial-groan.html

If it helps, I have some photos of the shorts being sewn here.

]]> 0 cb6429f526a3c03587b96f10e24453f3 Nicole replied to the topic Ruffle picnic shorts in the forum oliver + s: class picnic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/ruffle-picnic-shorts/#post-63759 Tue, 02 Jan 2018 04:03:23 -0500 The only one I know of was Beachmom’s but she is private now.

I have sent her an email but she works full time so it may not be possible for her to share.

I will see what I can do.

]]> 0 4ebaade16635bf16ada97cc5a921d40b Nicole replied to the topic Dress length in the forum liesl + co: cappuccino dress + tunic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/dress-length/#post-63755 Sat, 30 Dec 2017 09:33:49 -0500 Hi Becca.

If your bust puts you in a 10, draft the size 10.
Does the pattern have lengthen/shorten lines? I have made it but can’t remember…

I am 5’3″ and I added a few inches to the hem (but I wanted a deep, weighty hem). The pattern has a slight A-line so if you want to accentuate that, add to the hem. If you don’t want that add to the…[Read more]

]]> 0 d6693112320815112482829dac19d982 Nicole replied to the topic French cuffs in the forum liesl + co: classic shirt https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/french-cuffs-2/#post-63753 Fri, 29 Dec 2017 12:32:45 -0500 Not this pattern but I have a standard shirt pattern. I doubled the cuff and shaped the folded half,back a wee bit, at an angle.

]]> 0 2f28252f68d63658e8997854bf16da6b Nicole replied to the topic The Limerick Thread in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/the-limerick-thread/page/19/#post-63751 Thu, 28 Dec 2017 22:15:36 -0500 This time of year is so busy!
Thank goodness the Champagne is fizzy.
But the joy of the day

]]> 0 c7dcbab8b09dcf486236bfefe8dcb6f3 Nicole replied to the topic Customizing the Weekend Getaway Blouse in the forum liesl + co: weekend getaway blouse + dress https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/custumizing-the-weekend-getaway-blouse/#post-63750 Thu, 28 Dec 2017 22:13:10 -0500 I made the 3/4 sleeves and I don’t think it would be hard to make them longer.

I would just continue the angle, perhaps have a RTW coat that you like the sleeve width nearby, for reference. Just angle out again (mirror the angle) to allow turning and hemming.

]]> 0 29b1a186fd6f5e9d078b39f0f77395f3 Nicole replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/what-are-you-sewing-now/page/402/#post-63725 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 17:44:18 -0500 Oh, you have twins too @florencetaylor, how lovely!

What a lovely lot of sewing you have to do, I miss sewing pretty wee dresses.

Half way there now, I am not sure I will get it all done. I will probably leave Jed’s shirt (for later) he doesn’t mind.

@lightningmcstitch that mat is amazing, what an incredible gift.

]]> 0 0caaa0d6ade97c7f7e9cadc00e5decb4 Nicole replied to the topic The Limerick Thread in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/the-limerick-thread/page/19/#post-63661 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 23:50:34 -0500 When will the new patterns arrive?
I need some more to survive.
A proper men’s shirt!
Ladies’ jacket and skirt!
My savings will take a swan dive.

This time of year is so busy!

]]> 0 a3f3764db8b407440e1ff5e26e0f48ad Nicole replied to the topic best fabric store for "minimalist fabrics"?? in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/best-fabric-store-for-minimalist-fabrics/#post-63660 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 23:47:21 -0500 I find most stores stock these type of fabrics and colours, you just have to be disciplined enough to only look for them.

My sewing, a few years back, was ALL the colours and patterns. Now it is very subdued but much more wearable.

Spotlight (Joannes in the USA) stock plain linen, often on sale, which washes and wears quite well.

If you are…[Read more]

]]> 0 f716e7e0487f58156cefb6ee364afc14 Nicole replied to the topic Construction info in the forum oliver + s: playdate https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/construction-info/#post-63659 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 23:37:25 -0500 Thank you Florence, that made my day to read that.

I am not on FaceBook so thank you for telling me.

This is a lovely forum and was a wonderful therapy for me when I was a bit poorly, post natal. I have made amazing friends which have traveled over to real life.

]]> 0 a5b84b1b6fdac096740a778e49b2dd4d Nicole replied to the topic The Limerick Thread in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/the-limerick-thread/page/18/#post-63644 Fri, 15 Dec 2017 23:04:26 -0500 When will the new patterns arrive?
I need some more to survive.
A proper mens shirt!

]]> 0 b1b23391afb0e574886578d131f3749c Nicole replied to the topic Construction info in the forum oliver + s: playdate https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/construction-info/#post-63643 Fri, 15 Dec 2017 23:02:42 -0500 I have a few tutorials for some of the older patterns and always happy to help, if I can.

Some of the photos are pretty cheesy, as is the text and I appear to have had a thing for coloured font…

]]> 0 ba09bac0ad676cd847aeca858cce3ce4 Nicole replied to the topic Options for the yoke in the forum oliver + s: playdate https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/options-for-the-yoke/#post-63642 Fri, 15 Dec 2017 22:59:56 -0500 You absolutely can Florence!

May I suggest hand basting so things don’t slip around whilst sewing.

]]> 0 aad9667de09c65b105ff183eb4f073a2 Nicole replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/what-are-you-sewing-now/page/402/#post-63641 Fri, 15 Dec 2017 22:58:43 -0500 What are you sewing… for Christmas?

I have decided to sew a garment for each family member. We have cut way back on purchases this year and upped our donation to our state children’s hospital but the ‘under-the-tree’ is looking a bit bare.

Sooo… Japanese lawn shirt for Jed- vintage Butterick pattern as it is quite full, for his belly (I…[Read more]

]]> 0 a7842a13024467682a8f2178e03ef88b Nicole replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/what-are-you-sewing-now/page/401/#post-61898 Wed, 05 Jul 2017 04:10:10 -0400 Woo hoo!
Hello lovely Peeps, we have joined the rest of the world and now have decent internet so I can finally access the forum again.
I have felt terrible wanting to help people but unable to reply.

I am not sewing, we are off on Hol’s, so I have tidied my sewing room in anticipation for my return (I will be hitting the Melbourne fabric…[Read more]

]]> 0 7e2dd8c55ad1f12dc0e19674a2e4a840 Nicole replied to the topic The Limerick Thread in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/the-limerick-thread/page/18/#post-61897 Wed, 05 Jul 2017 04:03:08 -0400 My seam ripper fell to the floor
I just heard a knock at the door
I never get peace
For sew/stress release

]]> 0 04ea1f1f5c6912f568d9a0a10c65f971 juliamom2009 replied to the topic Men's Tie Pattern in the forum off topic https://oliverands.com/community/forums/topic/mens-tie-pattern/#post-57155 Mon, 05 Sep 2016 12:04:05 -0400 Thanks @reeni – very helpful info. I’ll use the Purl Soho one then, and will make a cardboard pressing tool as well. I’m going to use cotton lawn for my first attempt. I’m hoping for the best!

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