I promise I haven’t been totally useless this week, even though my blog would certainly suggest such. I’m working on several projects that are not yet presentable, but I’m hoping to show you next week! I did pop in to show off these coaster sets I made. They were made using some of my favorite...
Today I’m showing off my latest Michelle, My Belle dress. This one is a bit different than the other three I’ve made. I modified this version to have high neck and low back. And I’m sort of obsessed! The high neck modification was done by adding 2 1/2″ to the top of the neckline, and...
There’s something I’ve been wanting to try for a while now, but its taken a bit of time to muster up the right amount of gumption to tackle it. I wanted a good [handmade] racerback tank! For the second half of last week, I totally devoted myself to this cause. In true Meredith style [ie,...
Today I’m showing off yet another Staple Dress. I made this one for my sister out of the solid chambray from Robert Kaufman’s Chambray Union. And like my last Staple Dress, I added bits of Liberty detail because nothing makes a garment more special than a little Liberty. Emilee’s Staple Dress is almost identical to...
Okay, so would it suffice to say that I’m obsessed with the Staple Dress pattern by April Rhodes? I mean, I’ve made four now, and today’s post is showcasing my third. The dotted chambray is from Robert Kaufman’s stellar new line, Chambray Union. I want a bolt of this stuff! This time I included pockets,...
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.
Love. Love . Love. Meredith, these are adorable!!!