my favorite oliver + s pattern: sarah from not sew fast

Welcome back, Sarah, who blogs over at Not Sew Fast. She previously contributed to our 2014 Flickr mosaics post earlier this year, and she’s back today to talk about her absolute favorite Oliver + S pattern. Thank you for joining us again, Sarah! --- Hi everyone! I’m thrilled to be here today to share my favorite Oliver + S pattern with you. I started sewing in 2012, and it was about a year later that I discovered Oliver + S. Since then, I've purchased 32 different patterns from them, and I’ve sewn 25 of them. This doesn’t even count the projects I’ve done from their "Little Things to Sew" book. Honestly, I owe much of my sewing education to Oliver + S. I work full-time, so every bit of sewing time I get is precious. As someone who’s always eager to learn, I appreciate how each pattern from Oliver + S feels like a mini-classroom. Every project teaches me something new. Of all the patterns I’ve worked on, the Roller Skate Dress stands out as my absolute favorite. Each dress has its own charm, but the Roller Skate Dress truly resonates with me. The first Roller Skate dress I ever made was also my very first real dress. I couldn’t believe I’d actually created it myself! One of the best things about this dress is its simplicity. It has only two main pieces, and the cute cap sleeves are built directly into the design. The dress’s shape is achieved through elastic sewn into a clever casing created by the lining. Yes, the Roller Skate dress is fully lined! [Image: First Roller Skate Dress] This simplicity made it such a satisfying project for a beginner. It was my first real dress, and it felt like a huge accomplishment. I loved how the dress looked and felt once completed. --- Fast forward to my second Roller Skate dress, which I absolutely adore. For this dress, I wanted the fabric to take center stage, and I think it does beautifully. The print is so fun, and the Roller Skate dress allows it to shine. [Image: Second Roller Skate Dress] --- The third dress I made was crafted from a large double border print. Handling such intricate fabric required careful planning, especially since the space between the two borders was quite narrow. I decided to make it a longer tunic rather than a dress. The tunic length is somewhere between a dress and a top, giving it a versatile feel. I also tried adding a neckline notch for the first time, and I’m really pleased with how it turned out. I kept the facing on the inside so that the notched detail is subtle yet present. I wanted to keep the focus on the stunning border print while adding a touch of interest at the neckline. [Image: Third Roller Skate Dress] --- For my fourth dress, I made one for my daughter, who is currently measuring at a size 4. However, I added some extra length to this dress, knowing she’ll grow into it. This border print is one of my favorites, and it looks fantastic in this style. [Image: Fourth Roller Skate Dress] --- Finally, for my fifth dress, I took the plunge and added both a contrast facing and the notch at the neckline. I’m thrilled with how it turned out—it’s exactly what I envisioned. [Image: Fifth Roller Skate Dress] --- What I love most about these dresses is that they’re designed to grow with your child. The loose fit means they can transition from dresses to tunics as kids grow. These are both size 3 on my 4.5-year-old daughter. [Image: Size 3 Roller Skate Dresses] --- In my opinion, the Roller Skate dress is the perfect blend of functionality and style. Whether it’s for a formal occasion or playtime on the monkey bars, this dress works beautifully. The single button closure at the back makes it easy to put on and take off. Learning from this pattern has been invaluable, especially since it was my first real dress project. I picked up skills like making button loops, completely lining a dress, achieving the perfect notch, adding contrast facings, staystitching necklines, using linings to create casings, and mastering hemming techniques. [Image: Collection of Roller Skate Dresses] --- There are countless variations of the Roller Skate dress out there. Here are some ideas to inspire you: - Try it in knit fabrics for a more casual look. - Make it reversible for versatility. - Add appliqués to the hem for a unique touch. - Layer it with long-sleeve tops during colder months. - Experiment with lace overlays for a sophisticated vibe. - Flip the design to create something entirely unexpected. - Match stripes perfectly for a striking effect. [Image: Inspirational Variations] --- I hope these examples spark some creativity and maybe even inspire you to try the Roller Skate dress pattern yourself. Thank you so much for having me today—I thoroughly enjoyed sharing my experiences with you. If you'd like to dive deeper into the origins of this pattern, check out Liesl’s introduction to the Roller Skate pattern from February 2013. --- Thanks for reading, and happy sewing!

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