i mentioned back when i posted my forest path cape that there would be a couple more Oliver + S pattern previews coming, and here is the first! Oliver + S just released the roller skate dress + tunic, one of two new spring patterns now available. today a couple friends (Jess and Cherie) and i are very excited to show you a few examples of it all sewn up.
we’ll each post our version of the roller skate dress or tunic throughout the day today, so we’re calling it a rolling tour!
i’m up first.
since Em is a major dress gal, i’m always looking for new casual dress designs i can sew for her to keep her comfy while still fulfilling her need for fancy. i really love the roller skate dress for that. i think i actually said “oooooo!” out loud when Liesl sent me a preview of it. it’s cute, simple, stylish, and comfy. the version i picked (view A) is only two pattern pieces! it’s fully lined, a fast sew, and so versatile i can see myself sewing it multiple times, each resulting in a totally different look. perfect for my little gal.
i sewed a 3T with a 4T length. the chest has a generous fit brought in with an elastic casing for some shape, and it seems like the kind of fit that will last for quite a while as a dress and later as a tunic (she tends to grow up, not out).
the back closes with a button loop, and the construction of the whole dress is really clean and well-explained (as are all Oliver + S patterns!). it has a bubble dress-esque faux cap sleeve which is what makes the sewing especially quick, and the optional ribbon on the front adds a fun bit of contrast.
Em was super excited to wear her new springy dress. weather around here is iffy in february – flowers are starting to bud, but temps are still hovering around the 40s. not exactly summer dress weather, but that didn’t stop her from picking her saltwater sandals and pink flower hair clip for these photos! she layered it with tights and a sweater for school the next day.
she’s also really into having her hair braided after her evening bath so it’s “curly” the next day. then she doesn’t let me brush it.
do you like my polka dot wall?? i have ruffles & stuff to thank for that fun idea. thanks, disney!
oh yeah – the fabric is a thrifted vintage sheet (first used as a quilt) and i lined it with a soft cream gauze. my inspiration was this crewcuts dress though i’m excited to try this pattern out in more modern fabrics too – it seems super flexible that way.
and check out the other stops on our little rolling tour…it’ll pop up over at A Little Gray today around noon eastern time (up now!), and at You & Mie around 3pm eastern (up now!)! they each made different tunic versions for their little gals, so between the three of us you can see nearly all of the options this cute little pattern has to offer! fun fun.
UPDATE: the roller skate dress + tunic pattern is now available for purchase on the Oliver + S website! you can order either paper or digital versions of the pattern, or keep an eye on your local fabric store if they usually carry Oliver + S. yay!
the pinwheel pattern is up next!
*i was provided with the roller skate dress + tunic pattern at no cost for this pattern review. my opinions, as always, are my own.*
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Live this pattern and your version. Can’t wait for the release.
so, so awesome! i love it! this pattern is awesome – i love all of the options! you re-created your inspiration piece impressively well! 🙂 Go you!
looks so great with the floral print and salt water sandals! I can’t believe flowers are budding. We have a foot of snow everywhere and it’s getting old. So fun to know Jessica and Cherie are in on the tour as well!
What a great dress! I love that vintage sheet, too; it makes for such a sweet and pretty look. And I’m glad you mentioned the hair, because I TOTALLY remember that braids-before-bed “style.” Crimping on the cheap! 🙂
such a versatile dress, and adorable enough to make many versions of it! love the vintage sheet – such a sweet look. this pattern is definitely on my wish list!
Adorable pattern, and adorable dress. And I love Salt Water Sandals for girls. So adorable!
SO sweet! I like the mix of the vintage fabric and the chevron ribbon… that really caught my eye. I just rolled over from A Little Grey and I’ll be rollin’ over to You and Mie later…
It turned out GREAT! So cute. Thanks for playing, Kristin!
Beautiful! Love the simplicity of the design, and the fabric you used is so fresh looking!
it’s gorgeous! so spring-y! i’m soooo excited for this pattern!
Woot!! love the simplicity of that design — sure to be a go-to!
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it’s so great that it can be made completely reversible ~ gotta love that feature, having 2 dresses in one 🙂
What a great pattern and I’m loving that vintage print – so charming! Me looks like she’s loving it too!
I’ve read all of the posts today and I adore your version of the dress, the tunics, and the dress on the Oliver + S blog. Yay! I can’t wait to try it. Please please please can we get some warm weather to inspire me to get a move on with my summer dress making?
Darling! I just love it!
So sweet!
This is so super sweet. I love that vintage print and how much use you’re getting out of that one sheet! Also am loving her hair – I used to do that too! Definitely do not brush it at all or that ish will POOF! Anyways, thanks so much for letting me join the Rolling Tour! Fun working with you, as always 🙂
Perfection! So stoked about this pattern, too. Simple, comfy, cute, versatile,and… no buttons!
Oh so pretty! I think my parents still have that sheet set. . . . Um and super awesome you got to preview these patterns! The pinwheel tunic/slip dress was already on my list and you may’ve changed my mind about the rollerskate dress. PS Ansley calls her hair “curly” too when it’s wavy from being braided.
I have to say I am in LOVE with this pattern. So cute! I love how versatile it can be. Your vintage floral version is just lovely Krisitin. Great fabric choice.
Yay for new Oliver and S patterns! This one looks fantatic!
And I love how you always include little details about Em in your post. These are going to be so fun to look back on when she’s older!
So sweet. Love the fabric and it looks like such a comfy dress for a little one. Great job!!
I love this pattern and your version!! So beautiful and springy!! I need to find some pretty vintage sheets…I love all of your vintage sheet projects!
Ooh, this is so cute! I really like this pattern, and the fabric you chose is perfect. I do love that polka dot wall, too. 🙂
Dang it! This is so cute! Can you stop adding patterns to my “want” list? Blarg.
I love how soft and feminine this is, without a bunch of superfluous ruffles and whatnot. But I’m bummed about the fabric. I was going to ask where you got it, I want a dress out of it. A sheet? Bah! All the sheets at my local thrift store are pilly and have Alvin and the Chipmunks on them. Yes. All of them.
such a pretty dress!
This is so awesome and well made! When I clicked to see your inspiration I was completely blown away! You totally nailed it!!
Very cute. Great inspiration! I’d love for you to check out our Pattern Party! Those with free patterns and templates to share are invited to link up.
http://getyourcraptogether.blogspot.com/search/label/Pattern%20Party
What a sweet look! Only two pattern pieces always rocks too!
super cute! and i love your polka dot walls…