I hate having to make things for my niece, because my sister is so utterly picky. The first thing she does is complain about the fit. I either make things too small or too big. I immediately panic when it is time to make something for my niece. I second guess myself constantly. However, last year I was able to make her some Ottobre tops that she absolutely loved, and wore all the time. I know because the garments were handed down to my daughter, and they looked worse then “worn”.
So I spent hours deciding on fabric, and then hours on which pattern. I actually had a very nice McCalls pattern that I wanted to use, but I just knew I could rely on Ottobre sizes. At least I thought that to be true. I don’t know, maybe because a size 86 and 92 seem so foreign to me that I think this outfit looks once again too large. I think she can wear the top, and even if it is too wide, it still can be worn and look cute. The pants however, are just not my thing. I don’t like all those frills. That is why on Olivia’s pattern, I just cuffed the pants with matching fabric to the top. I liked the picture that was in the magazine, so I thought I should give it a try. Here it is…..
The pattern went together very easily. I love the fact that Ottobre supplies us with a pattern for the ruffle. I also love the strap above. However next time I may just add buttons to the front. That way she can grow with the top. I cannot wait to see what my sister will say. Off to do another pattern. I am trying to do something with my japanese patterns. HAPPY FATHERS DAY!
very cute! but, yeah, i’m not a huge fan of the ruffled pant….just not my cup of tea. however, if one likes the ruffled pant, your set would be fab. cute fabrics that coordinate nicely
teri
Yup, too many ruffles for me too. I have been working on taking the ruffle off, and just making a regular short out of the pattern.
I have these fabrics, too! I simply must do something with them now. So sweet and feminine!
I love the top – the yellow fabric with the roses is really pretty. I’ll sign up for the “not-too-many-ruffles” club, though… 😉 But it’s altogether a cute outfit!
I agreed with you