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Apr
20

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Pattern Testing, Plus…Butterfly Creation #1


So, we pattern tested for one of Liesl’s newest patterns – the Butterfly Blouse and Skirt {you can read more about it HERE}…

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

To say we were EXCITED would be putting it mildly!!

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

Everything was mailed to us – the pattern…the fabric…even the notions! One of the most exciting parts of the experience {besides seeing the pattern for the first time} was seeing Liesl’s fabrics and styling combination for the different views.

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

We sewed two samples and did some proofreading as we went along…probably driving her crazy in the process!

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

Then, after shipping those beauties to New York, it was time to sew a few of our own for the nieces.

YEP…a few.

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

That then turned into more than anticipated….

First up – CL’s Butterfly Blouse and Skirt {fondly referred to as her “toothbrush outfit” since the blouse fabric looks like toothbrushes}…

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

We sewed the peach skirt twice. The first version fit EA instead of CL. Lucky EA!! Thankfully, the skirt is a quick, easy-peasy sew….as in, we can sew one in an evening! That’s a record for us, and something we’ve rarely experienced with any pattern. Watch out KCW!!

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

So, we adjusted…sized down…and re-sewed another for CL. The 2nd skirt sewn for CL is a 12-18 mo, although she is 2 1/2 years old, and fits her much better!

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

Please note: Hip measurement is extremely important in getting a correct fit!! That, and length…

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

Our nieces wear their pants, shorts, and skirts SOOOO LOW, it was something to keep in mind while we sewed {especially with the “above the knee” style of this skirt}.

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

The blouse is a 2T, and has a little room to grow. We sewed view A {angel sleeves} for her – modifying the original pattern slightly by lining the sleeves and adding a pop of piping to the edge.

CL loved her new clothes, and felt pretty special in them…

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

In a few days, we will share EA’s garments {that included a little St. Patrick’s Day “don’t get pinched” emergency sewing!}…And yes, through it all, we learned a few other gems about sewing this pattern…

Oliver + S: Butterfly Blouse and Skirt

Let’s leave it as: we broke “norm”, and the results just might surprise you!!

 

If you like what you see, PLEASE…..



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