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!