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Sweet and simple : The Roller Skate Dress

August 18, 2015

Sometimes a sweet, simple project is the perfect thing to get you going. Luckily for me, Layla has had fabric and dress picked out for a while and I was able to whip it up for her. The pattern is Oliver + S’s Roller Skate Dress, and the fabric is from Rashida’s Cotton and Steel...

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Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness

August 4, 2015

So that’s only a little facetious. Its funny how so much “life” can go into one project- or perhaps, how much of life can be exposed through one. I ordered this fabric, Gambier C, from DuckaDilly a few weeks ago. Normally when I love a fabric this much, it takes some time for me a to find...

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poppyAugust 5, 2015 - 2:03 am
It looks great and brilliant to see a happy ending!ReplyCancel
AmiAugust 5, 2015 - 3:03 am
Wow- you honestly would never know that this was such a problematic make! It looks beautiful! That fabric is so pretty and I can see exactly why you chose to pair it with that pattern. Huge well done for saving it and not getting too frustrated to continue, it was definitely worth it :)ReplyCancel
SarahAugust 5, 2015 - 8:32 am
NICE WORK! It is so emotionally hard to struggle with your creative outlet. Way to power through it. And look at what a lovely dress you ended up with!ReplyCancel
TeriAugust 5, 2015 - 10:54 am
It makes me so happy to see these photos of you in your finished dress. I was really so sad when I saw that initial picture of the dress on Instagram– first because it’s such a let down to have such terrible fitting issues and second because your fabric is just so lovely. Liberty fabric is like the Holy Grail for those of us who sew! I have two cuts of Liberty in my stash that are waiting for the perfect pattern (and I will make 10 muslins if I have to so that they don’t go to waste! Haha!) I think you did a great job working out the fitting problems. The dress looks great on you! I’m sorry to hear about all of the other life stresses that you have going on, too. I hope you can get the bank situation taken care of quickly! And from what I can see here and on instagram you are doing a great job holding things together with two kids and a husband who is away the majority of the time. I imagine it can’t be easy. Anyway, sorry for the longest comment ever. :-)ReplyCancel
Linda MAugust 5, 2015 - 11:00 am
Love this post, Meredith. Brought back so many memories. My husband also worked 2 jobs for many, many years, so that I could stay home and be with the kids. Years that were frustrating and challenging, have now produced fond memories and gratitude. Being in the trenches is hard work, but the most important work you will do. Children grow up and life moves on. Sewing was my outlet that kept me sane. You are right, it was something that I could control in my life during that hectic season. This is your season of life and a wonderful season it is. Looking back, you will say “how did I accomplish so much?” You will be in awe of yourself.ReplyCancel
emilyAugust 6, 2015 - 5:37 pm
i certainly couldn’t tell that there was so much tweaking of the pattern behind the scenes. the dress looks simply gorgeous!!ReplyCancel
KatieAugust 6, 2015 - 8:06 pm
Your finished dress is beautiful! I am very impressed that you knew how to fix it, I would have had no idea. I recently made a purse that gave me trouble from the very start (though it was my own fault) and I know the feeling of how satisfying it is to persevere and end up with an end result that you love :)ReplyCancel

That bag I love so much I keep making it

July 31, 2015

I was asked to make another Caravan Tote. Its quickly becoming my favorite bag pattern. This bag is completely functional and has a bajillion possibilities for fabric combinations and placement. This one features two main prints- Byrne C from DuckaDilly and Sparkle Canvas from Jones and Vandermeer. Liberty always has such clear charm and exquisite details,...

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The precious quilt + a creative refresh

July 24, 2015

I’ve been in a bit of a funk lately. I was losing steam on garment projects and just needed something to break it up and get me excited again. I think that just goes with the territory when I tend to binge sew certain items (ie, clothing, bags, quilts, embroidery….) Also, I’ve not been sewing...

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Make your 30 Minute Skirt Reversible!

July 9, 2015

Have you made one my 30 Minutes Skirts? What are you waiting for?! Perhaps you don’t have lining fabric around. If you are not a garment maker, this is actually pretty likely, so today I’m showing you that you can use two prints to make a reversible skirt! you can see by the wrinkles, Layla’s...

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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.