I'm having to eat my words here. In a recent email correspondence with Jacqui, I was saying that I don't buy many children's patterns, instead just use the same few over and over again with different fabrics. Then I saw on the Ottobre blog that they were reprinting the Spring 2008 issue because it was so popular. Well, I thought I had better have a look at it. It is choc-a-block full of very simple clothes, many with a Japanese aesthetic. So I bought it, and the day it arrived I was so impressed with the designs that I made these pants up straight away. Not too hard given that it only required tracing off 1 pattern piece. For the pants I used a Japanese cotton from Tessuti that I actually purchased for myself. The Selfish Seamstress would not be impressed.
The blouse is made from a remnant of Liberty print cotton lawn. It is a raglan sleeve peasant-style blouse, which will be great for the summer months here. I rushed to complete the embellishments and take photos yesterday because I thought the deadline for the PR children's wear competition was closing. Turns out I go the date wrong. Anyway, one of the requirements is to show photos of any embellishments.
The flowers were made by ironing Vlieseline® Vliesofix Double-sided fusible web between 2 pieces of fabric and cutting out the shape. I didn't know if it would handlethe washing machine so I made it removable. The flower on the front is attached with a snap. Yes Kristy, my snap envy got the better of me and I finally bought my own snap press.
The sides of the legs are gathered with elastic at the hem and embellished with a ribbon.
9 comments:
Very cute. I love the pink embellishments on the tops and pants - both add a groovy touch.
The MC Hammer pant trend will most _definitely_ be passing me by, but after seeing your version I'd actually consider making some for Hazel. The Ottobre issue does look nice, I spotted some very cute little outfits in there, and there is that Creative pack with tshirts that I've been wanting... oh dear!
Very lovely blouse! And I don't think I'd wear the pants myself, either, but they're really cute on a kid. Comfort is most important.
thanks for the tip! that mag looks great.
I believe those pants are the first pattern I ever made up twice. Nice job!
Verrry nice - lucky daughter to have mum sew her such stylish things - she looks totally gorgeous and I love all the little details - the ribbons and accessories, not to mention the "perfect for girls" fabric, liberty prints.
Fabulous outfit! Looks great and comfy for running about. Good luck with the PR competition!
oooh I was so tempted by the magazine but passed it up since I do have heaps of kids patterns, but after sewing your gorgeous creations I might have to get a hold of it. Have fun with the snap press, they are a joy to use after trying the torturous method with a hammer!
That issue is the only one I own! I love the spotty pants and your flower.
I have made that blouse for my dd in jersey finished with foe and she really liked it. Are the pants comfy? Does the crotch bunch up much?
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