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Aug
19

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Sewing for the Summer Heat


Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

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Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

For this little ensemble, we opted to combine two Oliver and S patterns to make an outfit: the Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts.

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

Hot, summer days in the South require the appropriate attire to survive the heat!

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

In retrospect, this summer has been extremely mild….and truthfully, we’d take the heat and humidity any day over frigid, cold conditions.

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

We had splurged on some Liberty fabric about a year and a half ago, and finally found the perfect use for it.

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

We’ve definitely made the most of our splurge – constructing a Swingset Tunic, Puppet Show Shorts, and a Puppet Show Dress – each, showcasing this lovely fabric.

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

EA loves her summery tunic….now, if only we could get her to wear her shorts at an appropriate waist area.

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

We sewed a size 3T in the Swingset Tunic, but lengthened it to a size 4 length.

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

Of course, no garment is complete without our “signature piping detail”! This little detail accentuated the curved yoke brilliantly!!

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

The Puppet Show Shorts were sewn, as is, in a size 3T and still have ample growing room for EA.

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

Now, we just need to find the perfect pattern to pair with a “winterized” pair of Puppet Show Shorts….

Taking ideas and suggestions….NOW!

Oliver and S, Swingset Tunic and Puppet Show Shorts {sewn by Frances Suzanne}

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6 Comments



Jennifer
9 yearss ago


Those are so cute! I love that combo of patterns too! I’ve seen the puppet show sorts made out of corduroy and paired with cable knit tights and mary jane shoes for an adorable winter look for these shorts. I’m planning that myself for my twin girls for this fall/winter.

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    FrancesSuzanne
    9 yearss ago


    That DOES sound cute!! Thanks for the ideas….

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Fiona
9 yearss ago


Hi AWKs; you could try the 2+2 top with the shorts – especially if you make the top from pinwale cord – which I have done -see my photostream. The other thought I had was; have you tried the Book Report Dress – one of my favourites. And of course, there is the Sailboat top to go with longish shorts.

I’m sure you two will come up with something!!

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    FrancesSuzanne
    9 yearss ago


    Hmmmm, haven’t sewn the Book Report yet!!! Something to keep in mind…

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Charity
9 yearss ago


Liberty fabric plus white and piping…. gets me every time! This is a lovely combination!
I’m not a huge fan of winterized shorts, but I do think the Oliver and S Sunday Brunch Jacket would work well with them.

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    FrancesSuzanne
    9 yearss ago


    I like your thought process!!!

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