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...
Good afternoon! I told you I’d be back sooner than later! This past weekend I tackled a baby project, and thankfully I’ve been able to maintain good momentum since. The ladies at Hawthorne Threads gifted me a cut of their Forest Fables fabric (Forest Caravan in Indigo) for the new little man. I intended to...
I know I’ve said this before, but feeling good (and looking good) are a must for me while pregnant. And looking good does wonders in helping me feel good. I made my first maternity Oliver + S Swingset skirt a while back, and I wore it so often, I knew I needed another. So a...
I do really well pinching pennies until its time for my sponsor shops to get a good restock. Jones & Vandermeer has a kryptonite-like effect on me. In the best possible way, of course. :) Here’s a sampling of the latest additions. They got in a bunch of madras style Liberty prints that are downright...
Do you go through crafty phases? I know I do. I dabble in so many aspects of sewing, but I’m rarely doing everything at once. Generally I’ll have some machine project going and a hand stitched project at the same time that keeps me busy in the evenings. Right now I have a few machine...
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.
I love all your versions! I have this pattern, but I’ve never made the shirt before. I will have to give it a try!
You do such beautiful work, Meredith! I bet the boys will love those shirts.
the kid is the lucky recipient of these adorable shirts!!!
more photos of the flamingo version here:
http://blog.jonesandvandermeer.com/flamingo-boy/
ps. meredith’s work up close is unbelievable!!! so precise and well made.