Remember this dress I made for Layla? Well I made a coordinating shirt and bow tie for Wallace using the Fresh Catch print from Hawthorne Threads’ Riviera collection. I’m glad to finally post about it because it was at one point the post that wasn’t meant to be. These pictures are the result of...
Are you a creature of habit? I sure am. I’m the girl that orders the same meal at Panera every time for 10 years. I go to the same restaurant on every date (which happens to take place only on my birthday and anniversary for the most part). I use fabric from the same companies...
I told you Akita was going to happen multiple times! I made this one right after I whipped up the first version. This gorgeous fabric is a newish colorway of the classic Liberty print, Wiltshire. It was a Christmas gift from a dear friend of mine, and I’m thrilled not only to be using...
Use this free cheater tutorial to add a faux pleated bodice to the Oliver + S Fairy Tale Dress, or any dress!
Do you subscribe to Seamwork? One of my best friends in the world gifted me a subscription when they first got started, and I have loved getting the online magazine every month. If you are a paid subscriber, two patterns are included every month. A few months back, the Akita Top was included. I...
Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.
Is there a tutorial on how you sewed this cute shirt? I’m a quilter and not a clothes sewer. Thanks
I used the Sketchbook Shirt pattern from Oliver + S. I learned to see garments with their patterns. They are very clear and easy to understand. They are an awesome way to learn about sewing garments.
so stinkin’ cute!!