More from the new fall Oliver + S patterns!
And no surprise, it’s another great one. The Art Museum pattern features both trousers and a vest – I wasn’t sure Oscar could pull off the vest at the tender age of 10 months, so I just sewed the trousers (for now!). And oh how I love these tiny, detailed trousers.
Having nothing to do with my sewing and everything to do with the pattern, these pants look so pro. And there was something extra satisfying about making them in the smallest size….grown-up details on tiny clothes are just so cute!
It’s funny – it’s just a pair of pants, and in a pretty basic fabric, but these little trousers make me so happy. I love watching Oscar’s little diaper butt crawling around in those welt pockets!
Speaking of which – I’d never made a welt pocket before, and I’m so glad Liesl was the one to teach me how – I knew she wouldn’t fail me. And of course, the directions were flawless. The first pocket took me quite a while (I’m pretty slow with new stuff), but the second one was a snap. The best part was a couple steps into the welt-making process, where there’s a line in the directions that says “If you check it from the right side, it will look rather impressive already.” She isn’t kidding! When I flipped that thing over I was pretty pleased with myself 🙂
And there are so many other little details, too – side pockets, belt loops, a faux fly, a lined waistband – these pants are the real deal.
And because of that they took some time – nothing difficult, but a good night’s work. And in my opinion, totally and completely worth it, even if he outgrows them in a few months. Which I don’t think he will, because as you can see, they’re long!
Based on his beanpole measurements, I cut out the 6-12 month size and lengthened the legs to 12-18 months. But I ended up cutting off the extra length at the end. I also hemmed them an extra 1/2 inch, and then rolled up the entire hem! It’s good though, they’re meant to be long, and he’s in the 96th percentile for height. I’d be happy if these fit forever 🙂
The fabric is Robert Kaufman’s railroad denim in Indigo, purchased locally (I think at Bolt). I was really excited when this line came out – any variation on chambray ranks high with me, and the railroad stripes have such a classic kid look. Goes well with dirty toes 🙂
Kristin and Cherie also sewed up the Art Museum pattern, so be sure to check out their versions, you’ll love them! And Jessica will be posting her ensemble on Monday, so visit her then. Many thanks to Liesl for providing us with the patterns!
Enjoy your weekend everyone!
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Love these trousers! Would they be suitable for an intermediate sewer? And just wondering, do you buy your fabric online and, if so, what sites do you use the most? Thanks so much!
Thanks! This pattern is rated two out of four “scissors” – definitely appropriate for an intermediate sewer! I bought this fabric locally but I do shop online some. Lately much of my fabric has come from my two sponsors, Llama Fabrics and LiMa Sews (you can click through to their shops on my sidebar). I’ve also ordered from Hawthorne Threads and Fabricworm, they both have great selections!
Those trousers are divine!
WAY TOO CUTE! I’ve been waiting excitedly to see your version of this pattern, and love it. So clean and mini-man. This is going to be how I learn welts. So excited!
You’re so right. Nappies and welt pockets are hilariously cute together!
Such wonderful little pants! I already want this pattern now I need this pattern. every detail is perfect and the fabric so cute!
Oh, Lila and Oscar certainly look like siblings – love it:) These pants are great, even better for having learned a new skill while sewing them! Yay for you:)
SO perfect. The fabric choice is fantastic and i love that they’re boyish but not at all boring! Fantastic. So fun having our little guys and gals be twinsies this week! 😀
Aw, so cute! I didn’t buy any of the new patterns right away, but knew I was going to get sucked into this one after I started seeing them on my favorite blogs, and sure enough, I’m now like, hmmmm, I could see these in any number of fabrics! And on both a girl or a boy! So cute in the smallest size!
Oh these are just too cute! I can see myself buying this pattern soon to make some for my little guy.
I love these pants! My little one is 10 months old and would just adorable in these! So cute!
I always appreciate your posts, especially on new patterns….a combo of showcasing the versatility of patterns in various fabrics and helpful review of the ins and outs of how well the pattern is presented, thanks!
one question….any opinion on how well these might do on a cloth diapered child? Are they roomy in the seat like Sewing for Boys little heartbreaker pants or treasure pocket pants? Thanks!
oh good question! i meant to mention that i tried the pants on with both cloth and disposable diapers – they fit fine over our cloth diapers (bum genius) but i wouldn’t say there’s a lot of extra room for cloth – he’s definitely on the skinny side for his age, so the fit with cloth could be a little snug on a chunkier baby.
aww, he’s such a cutie! almost makes me wish I had a baby boy to sew for. hehe just kidding 🙂
Love these pants on lil O! They just look soooo clean and profesh. And I’m glad they’ll probably be fitting him for awhile. The worst part about sewing for such youngins is when they grow out of them so fast. What a cutie . . .
i really, r e a l l y love these. they are absolutely perfect! and those eyes! so, so dreamy. i just took a similar foot photo of my little iris. those baby feet are adorable!
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