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Nov
18

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Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress


QUESTION {and no . . . it is not intended to be a trick question}:

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

What happens when you cut all the pieces / fabric for a garment and then let it lie for 3.5 months?

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

ANSWERS {twofold}:

1. The seasons change.

2. The child continues to grow . . .

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

But . . . we wanted to sew the outfit anyway, and take our chances that EA could wear it at least a few times before cold weather struck and/or she outgrew it in length – whichever came first.

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

We are {obviously} behind on our sewing plans, yet still find ourselves wanting to sew what we HAD planned. We couldn’t let this creation go . . . and knew CL and LG would reap the benefits from our finishing it, possibly even more so than EA.

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

Maybe it was because the Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress was one of our favorites when we were first introduced to the pattern company.

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

We sewed it once, and then became more acquainted with other Oliver + S patterns. That didn’t mean we loved the Birthday Party Dress any less . . . just that we didn’t take the time to sew it as often as we once envisioned.

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

We bought this fabric last spring while at the Children’s Corner Store. The bright, bold colors drew us in, and we thought they would transition well from late summer to early fall. We added solid navy and red gingham accents to showcase the lines of the pattern.

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

Yes . . . the dress is on the short side. But . . . a size 4 still fits EA very well {everywhere, that is, except for length}. So, as we delve back into sewing, we will now know how to proceed.

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

Ummm, except for that OTHER dress prepped, ready, and waiting to be sewn. Yep . . . another size 4 dress, another Oliver + S pattern . . . and one we want to sew nonetheless.

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

After that, we’ll think about those adjustments . . . and more seasonally appropriate attire!

Oliver + S, Birthday Party Dress

As for the final photo?? Well, it’s hard to resist a 3 year old ready for her OWN “photo session” after her big sister had taken the spotlight!!

Let’s just say: When the child wants a picture, the aunt takes a picture . . . hands on hips, head tilt and all . . .

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8 Comments



Charity
7 yearss ago


I love the contrasting bits on this dress! And it looks darling on EA. It’s nice she has little sisters to pass clothing on to! =) This pattern didn’t initially catch my eye, but I think I need it now, after seeing this version!

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    FrancesSuzanne
    7 yearss ago


    Well, thank you, Charity! Glad we “sold” you on it . . .

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Jenya
7 yearss ago


Perfect selection of fabric for a dress for a gorgeous girl. Piping is such a sweet detail. The last pic is gold!

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    FrancesSuzanne
    7 yearss ago


    SERIOUSLY . . . the middle child keeps us laughing. ALL. THE. TIME!

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Cindy
7 yearss ago


That print is the perfect fabric for the Birthday Party Dress! I love the little Frances Suzanne touches (piping). It really finishes the dress off nicely.:)

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    FrancesSuzanne
    7 yearss ago


    Piping . . . ALWAYS!! :)

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carol
7 yearss ago


I like the length.

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    FrancesSuzanne
    7 yearss ago


    It is perfect now . . . just wish it might last a bit longer :)!

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