Oliver + S Sailboat Skirt

I made my first Oliver + S pattern for Susie and I loved how beautifully the skirt came together. I had the pattern printed for months, but I was intimidated by all of the pieces that I sat it aside. When I found this gorgeous sailboat fabric at Joann's Fabric I knew I had to overcome my fear and sew the sailboat skirt. Turned out when they said it was an easy pattern they were not kidding. The facing pieces allow for fool proof assemble and a beautiful finished product inside and out.

The hardest part was choosing her size. She is 2 years old, 37" tall, 20" chest, 19" waist, and 21" hip. I thought about cutting a 18-24m width and 2T length, but the way the pattern was nested that just wasn't possible. I ended up choosing the 2T thinking that if it was too big at least she would be able to wear it longer.

I'm really glad that I cut a size 2T since I'm very happy with how it fits. If I make another one soon I may add a bit of length so she will be able to wear it longer, but the current length is great for everyday play. I love the skirt and I'm beginning to think her wardrobe is much cuter than mine.

I plan to make her the matching top in some red anchors fabric that I bought to complete the outfit.

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