OWOP day 5!

Ending on a high...

This is my favourite outfit of the week. Possibly my favourite item I've ever made!

It's the top - I didn't make the trousers! You'll know when you see trousers that I've made as I'll be shouting about it. Trousers are HARD.

Waaaay back in the late 90's/early 00's, I had a weird skirt/trouser mix thing. It was a pair of black stretchy trousers, with a skirt attached. I wore it rather a lot before it became deeply unfashionable (and I grew out of wearing stretchy trousers!), but that experience put me off ever wearing a peplum. Until now! After making the skirt on day 2, I wanted to have a go at making a top. But the bodice sits just on my waist, so the only way to use the same pattern to make a top was to have another little 'skirt' from the waist. Urgh. I decided I'd give it a go, but didn't have much hope.

Despite my negative attitude entering this project, I love this top soo much. It was easy to make (particularly as it is the 4th time I've made this bodice!) and I love the fabric. I'm not sure it is all that flattering, as it makes me look a bit hip-heavy, but I really like the teeny waist!

First thing this morning I was giddy with excitement - 'I'm going to make at least 3 more of these...'. Mr M was not convinced, but nodded along indulgently. After a full day wearing it, I'm not sure I'll make 3 more, but maybe another one?? I think without the bold colour it could look a bit mumsy and sad. But the bright pattern is really fun. I ran out of binding, but when I have a chance I'm panning on binding the neckline as well as the armholes.

I've learned so much from OWOP! I've decided I'm going to mull it over this weekend and have a final 'OWOP sum-up' on Sunday. For now, I'm off for an early night before a super early school trip. I lead a truly wild life.

Which OWOP outfit was your favourite?

Emily.



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