It that time of year again–time to start your holiday pajama sewing. Here’s some inspiration to get you going.
gift guide
Be prepared for the loved ones on your holiday list with this gift guide which includes many handmade gift ideas some of which would make great stocking stuffers.
heirloom techniques: honeycomb smocking
Today we’re featuring several different Oliver + S patterns made with honeycomb smocking.
outdoor ready: workout shirts
Our blog series, Outdoor Ready, is all about using performance fabrics to make handmade outdoor apparel. Ashley is sharing workout shirts sewn from the Oliver + S Field Trip Raglan T-shirt sewing pattern.
welcome to the new discussion forums
We’re happy to introduce some of the new and improved features of the Oliver + S discussion forums.
feature friday: tiny shirt and trousers
A tiny Lullaby Layette shirt and herringbone Art Museum Trousers are this week’s Friday feature.
my favorite oliver + s pattern: courtney from sweeter than cupcakes
Courtney from Sweeter Than Cupcakes is stopping by to tell us about her favorite Oliver + S pattern, the Class Picnic Blouse.
women’s shoes for fall and winter: my picks
Are you thinking about shoes for this season? Here’s some inspiration for you.
how to do a faux flatlock seam
Shelley shows us how she tinkered with the tension settings on her overlocker to get a pretend flatlock seam. See an example of the results on an Oliver + S Field Trip Raglan T-shirt modified into a dress.
tween style: faux fur firefly jacket
Here are tutorials on how to make an Oliver + S Firefly Jacket using napped faux fur and how to add cuffs and pleats to the Sketchbook Shorts.
planned downtime this weekend
The Oliver + S blog and discussion forums will be down for a scheduled upgrade on November 9 from 4-9 PM EST.
oliver + s for STYLO 3
Oliver + S patterns as featured in the third issue of STYLO magazine.
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