Thursday, December 21, 2017

Ottobre Hide Away Hoodie and Ottobre Stream Leggings


I’ve had both these pieces finished for quite some time now; but getting pictures taken has proven difficult. When Ottobre 02/2017 came out I was so excited.  I love almost everything in the whole magazine!  I can’t wait to sew them all up. 

Ottobre Hide Away Hoodie

Immediately I was drawn to this pattern.  The pockets are awesome and it looked like a great fall/winter piece.
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Size and Alterations: 42 everywhere grading to a 46 at the hip. It was a little tricky adding seam allowance to the pocket linings but I figured it out.  1/2” forward shoulder adjustment. At first I made it with the hem band but I didn’t really like it plus it was too long on me.  So my mom suggested removing the hem band and just hemming it.  Well I love it now!

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Instructions and Pattern: I’m used to Ottobre instructions by now.  They are sparse, but too the point.  The hardest part is that there are no pictures to follow.  I have to take each line as it is.  The instructions and pattern is great.

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Fabric: Pink & Blue Floral Grey French Terry from Knitpop. 2 yards purchased in Feb 2016  $17.00.  Grey Stripes French Terry POLY 62%, RAY 33%, SPAN 5%, 1 yard also purchased from Knitpop at the same time. $8.50.  Total: $25.50

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Thoughts: Love, Love, Love.  I wasn’t sure if it was too baggy or if I should bring it in on the sides a bit but after looking at the pictures I will just leave it like it is.  I can’t wait to wear it.

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Ottobre Stream Leggings

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Size and Alterations: Back Pieces: 44 at waist, 48 at hip down. dropped back crotch curve 1/2”.  Front Piece: 44 at waist, 46 hip down.  Waistband 44.

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Instructions and Pattern: Simple leggings with an awesome waistband.  No issues with the pattern or instructions.

Fabric: 2 yards Black fabric.  I wish I could tell you what this stuff is. I got it from Hancock’s going out of business sale.  Active Knit High Performance is what the receipt says.  $0.85/yd. so… $1.70 for these leggings.

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Thoughts: These are the very best fitting leggings I’ve made and/or owned.  I love the waistband especially; it keeps everything in place. I think that they are a little baggy behind the knees and from the knees down to the ankles.  However, this is an easy fix for next time. 

Next time:  Need to taper legs from knee down, need to add 1” to length.  Waistband needs: 1/2” taken off top of back middle, tapering to 0 (for swayback). and lower 1” in front only at top of waistband.

Here is with it pulled back, if I decided to take in the side seams.  It looks ok, but I think this design is meant to be a bit baggy.

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And the before shot, with the hem band.  I didn’t really care for it this way.  I’m glad I chopped it off
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Here is a sneak peek of some things I’m working on:
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6 comments:

  1. This outfit is fantastic!! How did I miss this Ottobre legging pattern? These look similar to an Ottobre one I made a couple of years ago, but I'm always up to try something else especially when it is Ottobre. I really like the fabric combo of the hoodie. I have been toying with the idea of making this hoodie again for myself and now seeing yours, I definitely will....with those leggings!

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    1. Thanks Shirley! I love your outfit with this pattern too! The leggings are so fantastic. I know you will love them. remember to taper in the leg though.

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  2. That's an awesome list!!

    I was excited to see those leggings are in an Ottobre issue I have. I love your hoodie. The flowers and stripes are perfect together.

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    1. Thank you! I have so many lists I've been trying to get them into one. I'm glad you have that issue too! I get so sad when someone makes something they love and I am missing that one issue, lol. It's a great one anyway. I plan on making almost everything in it!

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  3. I absolutely love this. They definitely look comfortable, which is how I like to dress lately. I tried subscribing to Ottabre a while ago for this exact outfit but could not purchase the magazine/pattern. Do you mind sharing how you purchased yours. You look great and thanks for sharing your beautiful creations. It makes my day reading your posts.

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    1. Aw thanks Sherell! That is such a nice comment. I get mine on the Ottobre site, under the shop tab and then single issues. You can find it here: https://www.ottobredesign.com/subscription/single.php Just look for issue 02/2017!

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