Pippi Pinafore

I was after something comfortable I can wear with leggings and tops underneath.

I liked the Jennifer Lauren Handmade Pippi Pinafore but wasn't sure a pinafore style was suitable for someone in their mid-50's.  However after showing the pattern to a couple of friends they thought it would be great for me.  So here it is.

 Love the side button details which are also on the straps.  Lovely big pockets.

Like the criss cross straps.

close up of the bib.

The fabric is a corduroy from Spotlight. 

The skirt on its own is a really nice pattern and I'd like to try it again without the bib.  Not sure how many pinafores I need, but the skirt can definitely be made over and over.  It has a lovely pleat detail at the sides of the tummy which nicely conceal a little roundness there!

Closet Case Patterns Carolyn Pyjamas

I wanted to make some flanelette PJ's last winter but didn't get around to it.  So it was a must for this winter.  I got some lovely wincyette from Morelands Fabrics in their sale.  It has eiffel towers and kittens on it and is lovely and soft and warm.

The pattern is from Closet Case Patterns and is the Carolyn Pyjamas.  The pattern comes with various options, a summer version of short pants and gives the option of adding piping.  The top has a notched collar.

The pattern called for 5.25m and I made the mistake of only buying 5m at 112cm wide.  I just managed to get the pattern pieces cut out.  Next time I definitely need to go for the 5.25 metres.

I didn't bother with the piping.  I made a straight size 14 without any alterations and it fits perfectly.    The pants would actually make nice trousers in a cotton for the summer as they come with pockets. The pants took about 3 hours and the top around 6 hours.

I wore these last night and they were wonderful and comfortable.

I would like to make the summer version in a nice cotton lawn.