Whoa! I cannot believe I’m in the finale for Project Run & Play! It certainly has been a wild ride.
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When I first started this sewing and聽designing聽journey (journey is an apt聽description聽for PR&P yes?), my hope was to simply make it past the first week. These past six weeks have taught me that I can do so much more than I thought. I am giddy with excitement for all the things I want to sew after this is over…after a bit of a break that is. 馃檪
Now onto my signature look…
It’s not short but it’s:
When thinking of my “signature” look, I struggled to nail down what I wanted to create for this week. I feel like I am still discovering what that is and I feel like there are many facets to my design preferences.聽I am learning to love to spend time on details more than I have before, because they add my own “special sauce” to my clothes. So, my signature look is still evolving very much.聽In the end, I have come to realize that there are a few patterns I tend to stick with that influence most everything I create; most of which I think came through in my designs this week.
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I like to make clothes that are unique, yet classic, easy to run and play in :), yet special.
I decided to make a boy look and a girl look.聽Since Reid was my model for week four, I thought Owen should have a turn.
For ease of reading, I’ve made a list of details for each piece.
Gray skinny pants
*Using聽Melly Sew’s Basic Pant pattern and Peekaboo Pattern Shop’s skinny pant pattern, I morphed them together to get a great fitting pant for Owen.
* It has a working zip fly!聽The聽Melly Sew’s pattern makes the seemingly聽daunting聽task of installing a zip fly very doable.
*The pants also have a wooden button closure, belt loops and leather pockets in the front and the back. (If you’re wondering how to launder the leather, it gets softer and darker but should be okay in the wash because the pockets are smaller details in the garment.) The pocket lining is a gray and white seer sucker material.
T-Shirt
*Making a pattern from one of Owen’s existing shirts, I threw in a mix of gray fabrics to create a unique look.
* The bright yellow ribbing adds a nice punch of color and complements his shoe laces perfectly.
Which Natalie was quite intrigued by. 馃檪
Sweater
* Using a thrifted women’s sweater, I used my newly made shirt pattern to make a size 6-8 boy’s sweater, with contrasting gray ribbing for the turtleneck collar.
* I added a white exposed zipper to the front and a leather triangle detail at the bottom of the zipper.
And now for Natalie’s look.
Tunic
* This simple shift tunic has pleated short sleeves with a matching box pleat detail in the back.
* The upper back part of the tunic is a cream colored lace and is sealed off with thin black bias tape and a button shank closure.
* The bias tape continues to the front with a geometric design and cut out.
* The bottom is blocked with a bold black strip.
* All the fabric is cream and black Kona cotton.
Leggings and hair accessory
* The leggings and rosette are made from a x-large聽fuchsia聽thrifted shirt with a trendy texture.
* The hair rosette has yellow vinyl leaves that match the shoes and is attached to a clip that snaps into a fold over elastic headband.
Shoes
* Using this shoe pattern that聽I have used in past weeks, I made this pair of flats out of yellow vinyl material from Joann (in home fabrics section) and lined it with tan felt.
* I added a cap of nude colored leather to the toe, 聽some metal eyelets I punched with my snaps/eyelet tool and some leather laces. As you can see, I have almost no qualms about mixing black and brown. 馃檪
The only draw back to the laces is that Natalie kept playing with them. Later, I figured out that by wrapping it around her ankle and knotting it instead of tying a bow, it looked cuter and stayed on better. It’s nice to have an impromptu “toy” on hand if I need it though. 馃檪
Cardigan
*I’m a sucker for cardigans. Layers are nice to have in our colder climate, but mostly I just love them. Cardigans are comfy, versatile and pretty much always flattering. I think they are super cute on babies too. So, I knew I had to make a cardigan for my “signature” look.
*This is a basic cardigan that I made from a pattern I created the first week using a onsie. I added a slight box pleat in the back for a feminine touch.
* I also added a yoke like color block at the top and at the bottom of the sleeves in a yellow striped knit fabric. Before I applied it to the cardigan I created an exposed facing piping to add interest.
* For design purposes and so it’s easy to crawl in, I put a single black/brown shank button at the top to close it up.
* All the materials, except for the facing and the button are from thrifted shirts and sweaters.
These two are SO cute together.
I think Natalie loves both of her brothers, but Owen has a bit of an advantage right now seeing as he doesn’t have a four year old’s impulse to wallop her on the head right after he kisses her. 馃檪
She gives him the giggles like no one else too. I love watching them love each other.
Just for kicks. Here’s a quick round up of my past five looks.
Well, it looks like that’s all folks! This vote is for the whole enchilada.
Please go to Project Run & Play and vote for me! The poll is on the left sidebar and will remain open until Sunday night at 10 PM MDT.
Thank you for all your encouragement and support!
Delia, this is amazing! Great job- rootin' for you!!!!
Not much to say, this is insane and
B-E-A-Utiful!!!
You should DEFINITELY design clothes for adult women. I would jump at the chance to wear any of those dresses you made for Natalie. Great job!
Delia, this is just cuteness overload!!! I can't even begin to figure out what part i like the best…although those shoes are pretty much some of the cutest things ever! and love the pocket tee! 馃檪 Good Luck!
Your kids are so so sweet together! Good luck!
I am so impressed! Your clothes are beautiful, and I definitely voted for you!
fabulous outfits. The pictures of your boy being such a great big brother make my heart melt!
I have LOVED your sweet and simple (intricate) style that appears SO effortless this entire season! I just voted for ya! 馃檪
Absolutely beautiful. I am in love with every single piece. and I also would wear any of your signature looks in a heartbeat. Way to go Delia. You inspire me!!
Absolutely beautiful. I love every single piece. I too would be thrilled to wear any piece of your signature look. And your photos. gorgeous. way to go Delia! You inspire me!!
I think part of your signature look is that you refashion a lot of clothing into other clothing. I love this look. The leather pockets are awesome, and I love the cool texture the leggings have…plus they are my favorite color. 馃檪
Wow! Amazing work. Every piece you have made has looked so polished and classy. I love your style and good luck to you!
Just gorgeous! U have my vote for sure! Amazed you made all of those things this week 馃槈
You totally rocked it. Whew! That was a ton of work. I love each layer and love that you can mix and match them. Your work has been amazing in this competition. Go get some ice cream and relax now!
Cheri
That tunic is gorgeous! Is there a pattern or tutorial coming up (or already posted)for it? I'm really interested in how the top/bias tape part comes together. I think a top like this would be equally pretty on an adult!
amazing! i love it all. i think you hit on the head with your work..i always look at it and think…oh….so pretty…but as i read the tutorial i notice all these little sweet odds and ends that truly make it special! so great! congrats!
I LOVE both of these looks! The cardigan on Natalie is beyond adorable. I totally want to make one for my daughter, but I'll admit that I'm nervous/scared to draft my own pattern for a yoke. I love all the details on Owen's outfit. The pictures of the two of them at the end totally made my eyes tear up. Great job, Delia!!
so cute-the clothes you make & your kids! Hope you win!!!! Love the back-dress lace & the little shoes.
Outstanding! What an incredible amount of work. You are definitely one talented lady! Great job Delia and good luck to you!
Delia you did a great job showing your signature style. I love all the details as well as the fact they are totally kid friendly. It is great that they can wear your clothes daily. You have just the right decorative touches that make it personal yet livable. I have really enjoyed watching you these past 6 weeks, you can tell that you put a lot of love in every piece and you have really
I'm so inspired not only by your designs, but your willingness to be brave and try new things. All your pieces were amazing, and I love the sweet picture of Owen kissing Natalie on the head. Precious.
I love the looks, but Natalie steals the show each week. I just want to eat her up!! Way too cute!
First, Owen and Natalie are twins. Second, do Nat's shoes come in my size? Thirdly, I'm obsessed with Owen's Outfit! promise me you'll do Project Runway someday…
Oh Delia – you are such a rockstar! This week is once again gorgeous AND you have done all of this with 3 kiddos! Thanks for sharing the journey and beautiful clothes with us!
Those two big brothers are going to have their hands full watching out for Natalie! She is a cutie – would it be weird for me to ask if she can date my sweet 9-mo-old (in about 25 years, of course!)?! 馃檪
So amazing!! You have been so great for the last 6 weeks. I feel like this really was a "signature look" for you. I don't know you but feel like I could tell they were your creations. Your kids are adorable, and that Natalie steals the show every time!
oh delia, this is FANTASTIC! i love both natalie and owen's outfits. and i LOVE that you are sewing for an older boy. i love sewing for my boys – especially my five-year-old. you have done such a wonderful job all season. congrats for making it so far in the competition!!
jess
This is so cute! I love the whole outfit you made for Owen, and I adore Natalie's shoes and cardigan. I love the pictures of Nat peeking from behind Owen's leg, and them looking around the corner at each other. That is SO sweet! =)
Incredible outfits, love everything about them. So many amazing details and your kids are gorgeous, as are the photos.
Your outfits are all so cute and the kids are adorable great job!
SO PERFECT! You also may have just inspired me to try a working zipper fly… maybe.
Delia – I truly love what you made here…I congrats on your first zip fly, too!! 馃檪 What a pleasure it's been designing along side of you!
Thanks for sharing your talent and inspiring me! Your boy looks like the sweetest brother. I've loved all your looks – and followed your blog since way before PR&P. One of my favorite details from this week is the different sleeves on Owen's grey tee.
Love the play on color, love the little details, love the SHOES! Your designs are always so thoughtful and fresh, and I love seeing what you put together each week. Good luck this weekend, and I look forward to your post-PR&P sewing even more!! 馃檪
I have enjoyed seeing your outfits every week and love your style! I hope you will do some tutes or sell patterns :). You are an amazing designer/ seamstress!
You are simply AMAZING. I love your style and the details you incorporate into each piece that really makes it unique. You've done so much incredible work this season, I've loved all your creations. I can't wait to see how you use all your new found sewing skills and confidence after PR&P is over!!
Dana, you're amazing! I don't know how you manage to do this fantastic sewing and blogging and raise three super children too! I've voted for you each week and I really hope you win – best of luck.
Katie x
Incredible. I wish you lived next door!
I voted for you! You really did manage to translate your style into clothing for your kids!
I love watching your kids interact in the pictures. It's like watching mine (8yo boy, 6 yo girl, 2 yo boy). The youngest definitely loves his sister more right now because she's at the perfect age to still enjoy playing with his toys with him.
Delia- Very cute and so nicely done! So perfect and I love the bold yet sweet style. And the kids are adorable 馃檪
Delia, I LOVE those shoes!!! OMG, they are to die for!
It has been so wonderful working along side you during this competition. Your kids are fantastic and of course, so are your designs. Love!
Love, love wow! I like everything the pants, the sweater, the shoes. I voted for you of couse! awesome job!.
Really great job again! Perfect thoughtful
Details. Cohesive beautiful looks. Love.
Amazing talent. Sooo envious. 馃檪
Delia,
You are amazing! From the fun pops of color to the pretty, lace details, your style is reflected so beautifully. Great job!!
congrats girl!!! and owen looks HUGE next to her, right?!?! lol i know this had to be a lot of work so im wishing you luck!! maybe you will get bonus points for ridiculously cute models!!
Love this! You really have a unique style that's all your own, and what you made to show it turned out perfect in my opinion 馃檪 I love how you did unexpected color combinations- I don't think I would have thought of combining fuchsia, bright yellow, black, cream and brown, and Natalie's outfit turned out beautiful! Owen's outfit looks really great too. And he looks so grown up (
Stumbled on your blog. Amazing creations!!! So inspiring. I can't wait to see the tute on the cardi. And your daughter is adorable. Thanks for sharing all your creations!
You are amazing and I am inspired after reading this post. I am going to press on and master! I want to have the confidence to make any pattern I want to, and use thrifted clothes to recreate for a smaller size. Owens sweater re do was very nice. Thanks for openly sharing your struggle and for the time you put in writing for us. Melody
I so enjoyed this post, Delia! The technicalities of your sewing were great but the way your oldest looks at Natalie, how he plays peek-a-boo, kisses her forehead and loves her…That’s what made me gasp and how well you captured that in your photos!!
Your kids are so cute. Congratulations.