I made this shirt two weeks ago, so it’s technically a cheater KCW project. But Liesl of Oliver + S just announced her collection of digital t-shirt patterns (kids’, women’s, and men’s – you can outfit the whole family!), and I was a tester for the kids’ version, the School Bus T-shirt pattern. I sewed up one for each kid, so I thought I’d share Lila’s today.
The School Bus pattern is a basic t-shirt that comes with several options – three different sleeve lengths and two neckband widths. This is View B, with a more feminine, capped sleeve and a narrow neckband. Views A and C are your standard short-sleeved and long-sleeved t-shirts. It’s so nice to have basics like this from trusted sources like Oliver + S – you always know just what you’re getting into, and it’s always something good. And as with all great basic patterns, the options for customization are endless.
I sewed a size 5 and was really happy with the fit – it’s relaxed but not overly roomy, and the capped sleeves and narrow neckband definitely give View B a girlier feel.
The silver dot knit came from a sale rack Old Navy tee. I don’t know if it was the fabric or the fact that I skipped the walking foot this time, but it sewed up like a dream.
If you want more info on any of these new T-shirt patterns, check out Liesl’sĀ introduction post on the the Oliver + S blog. Each pattern is available on its own, or you can purchase a “Family Pack” that includes all four (men’s, women’s, and two size ranges for kids). I’m looking forward to trying the women’s Metro T-shirt myself. After KCW, of course.
I was glad to see O + S released these patterns- I’m dying to make more items for myself, and I pretty much only wear knit tees… Love the dot fabric- gotta remember the Old Navy clearance rack!
Beautiful tee and dazzling child.
Oh I love that fabric- so dreamy!
Gail, I love this so much. I have a similar fabric on my shelf, but in a woven. I love this paired with the yellow skirt in particular – I’m partial to yellows! š
Super cute tshirt, Gail! And so fun to see it paired with not one, but two O &S skirts! Is your Lila a skirt girl too?
so cute!! i think i bought that old navy shirt for Em just in her size. it’s a good one. old navy should sell their knits by the yard. š
Such a lovely T-shirt.