We got to experience our first book week since living here in London! Something I had always looked forward to doing since having school age kids but our Canberra school didn't ever participate, now I feel somewhat relieved. However, I did enjoy making the Red Riding Hood cape from the book,
Oliver and S - Little Things to Sew. The outside fabric is just cheap lining which cost me five pound, the button one pound and the lining is an old sheet. I bought Anya's 'Merida' dress on e-bay second hand and despite Anya's hair colour being perfect for Merida, we decided Maid Marion was a true book character.
Anya is seven years old, so I made the large size as suggested and lengthened it by eight inches. I found the armholes were in a little bit of a weird place regardless of the length. Having said that the pattern comes together beautifully and I found it a satisfying and easy sew (read_no fussing over size adjustments_).
No Maid Marion is complete without her side-kick Robin Hood!!! I surprised the kids with a bow and arrow just before taking the photos - they were chuffed! When I decided to make Anya's cape I completely tossed out the idea of making two costumes, I'm not stupid. I went against my
no polyester policy and bought Josiah's outfit online too - our dress up box is slowly being replenished.
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