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Monday, November 11, 2013

Leopard Spots: Ottobre 4/2013

She chose the fabric for her new dress because "it has leopard spots."  (I think it looks like paint splotches.)  My cat lover of a daughter doesn't differentiate between domestic or wild cats---any cat will do.  And any dress that reminds her of cats is sure to be a favorite.

My! Did it feel ever so good to sew again!  And this simple Ottobre pattern was a quick and easy way to get my feet back into the water so to speak. Yes, it was a simple pattern, but the details of the binding and the contrast pockets make it more than just ordinary.  Once again, I am reminded of why I like Ottobre designs so much!

The pattern:  Ottobre 4/2013, design #13, the Princess Castle dress
The fabric:  lycra jersey knit from JoAnn Fabrics
The Size: 128.  The dress is a bit wide on Em; I probably could have gone down a size.
Modifications:  I lengthened the dress slightly.  I did want to make long sleeves since the cold weather is coming, but I did not have enough fabric.  The short sleeves work better under a long sleeved cardigan anyway.  





The Requisite Cat Photo




12 comments:

  1. Very cute! I should pull out my Ottobre issues I still have and find a few patterns to make.

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  2. The dress is very pretty! I really like how the small polka dot fabric you used for binding and the waist look against the leopard spot fabric. Welcome back!;)

    C

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    1. Aw, thanks for the welcome back note. :) It was so nice to sew, and now I'm itching to do more.

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  3. That is a great dress!

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  4. Nice to see you sewing again! Looks really good!

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    1. Thank you, Alisa. It was nice to sew again. I hope I can continue. :)

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  5. Beautiful dress! Your fabric choice for the blue accents really makes the whole thing. Does Ottobre only make patterns for children?

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    1. Kathy, Ottobre also has a women's magazine.

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  6. This is such a pretty dress - I like the fabrics. (This pattern's on my list for this fall/winter.) Your little person has grown up so much!

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  7. The dress turned out beautifully and your model is wonderful too!

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