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When I put this shirt on after I finished it, my husband told me it was “very me”. Which is a good thing to hear after spending three days making something. This is my third Olya Shirt (by Paper Theory, sizes 31.5-56″ bust) and for a $20 pattern, I’m getting my money’s worth out of it. Lol.
I really loved the stripes and fabric that I chose for my first Olya, so when I saw this pink striped cotton poplin, I knew I wanted another one. The second time I made this pattern I made a couple of length adjustments, but this time I only added 3″ of length to the bodice pieces and placket pieces. I lengthened the sleeves on my second one, but I decided I like when the sleeves are a little bit shorter so that they stayed out of the way better. I also make the size 14 every time, even though I’m closer to the size 16 measurements now.
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It was really nice sewing with this cotton and I’m so happy with how it turned out. I even remembered to sew a cute little tag on the inside and did self-bias binding at the hem, which is why it looks so dang good! I don’t have a whole lot to say since I have 2 other blog posts about this same pattern, but it’s definitely a favorite!
I have a couple of other new-to-me button up sewing patterns that I’m going to hopefully get sewn up soon, so stay tuned. Happy sewing! xoxo
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