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Sewing for Grandkids: Fall/early Winter 2020

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                      Fall and early Winter 2020 found me spending many hours sewing for my grandchildren, which is so fun! I've been purchasing the Ottobre pattern magazine for children, as I really like the design esthetic....a little different from clothes that can be purchased here in the United States.   First up was a T-shirt and pair of shorts for my grandson, using fabric from JoAnn Fabrics & Hobby Lobby, as well as from my stash. I color-blocked the back yoke for some design interest.                                       There was enough left for a T-shirt for his sister to match: The kiddos wore their shirts to the Zoo, perfect for viewing the Dinosaur exhibit! This little denim jumper from Ottobre was a good match to pair to with the dinosaur shirt: I used the same pattern to make another denim jumper for another of my granddaughters, the polka dot knit T-shirt really brightened up this outfit! My daughter had scheduled an appointment for her family photo shoot, an