It’s back: One Week One Pattern – everything you need to know!
October 27th 2018
Exciting news! The super popular One Week One Pattern is back.
Originally launched in 2012 by Tilly and The Buttons, last year, the baton was passed to Sewisfaction and we’re delighted to be hosting again this year. We want as many people as possible to pledge, so we’ve pulled together a handy FAQ below so you can get the lowdown on this exciting challenge.
What is One Week, One Pattern?
Affectionally known as ‘OWOP’, it’s a photo challenge to try and get as many sewists as possible making the most out of their sewing patterns, by wearing garments made from ONE pattern for ONE week. This might be your favourite pattern you’ve made in lots of different fabrics, it might be one or two garments from the same pattern that you want to style in different ways, or you could be a pattern hacker who’s used the same pattern to make lots of different versions. The beauty of the challenge is that it’s totally up to you to choose which pattern and how you interpret it.
When is OWOP 2018?
Monday 26th November – Sunday 2nd December 2018
Who can join in?
Anyone! From complete beginners wanting to get more wear from their first makes, to more experienced sewers who love a ‘Franken-pattern’ and want to get hacking or show off their me-made wardrobes.
What pattern can I use?
It’s totally up to you to choose! You can use an indie pattern, a big four pattern or even your favourite vintage pattern. It could be a pattern you’ve made lots of times, or one that’s been gathering dust and needs a little love. The only thing you have to commit to, is to make it part of your outfit for seven days!
Do I need lots of versions to take part?
You decide! If you’ve only made one skirt so far, you could take on the challenge and style it a different way each day. If you’ve got the same pattern in lots of different fabrics, you could wear a different one everyday of the week! If you’ve got a pattern you’ve hacked, you might wear all or some of the versions.
Do I need to panic sew a whole weeks wardrobe for OWOP?
No! Absolutely not! The aim of OWOP is to show of the versatility of sewing patterns, and the creativity of the sewing community. You don’t have to sew up anything new to take part if you don’t want to. As we’ve said, we’ll be uber impressed if you can style one garment in seven different ways and not spill your lunch down yourself! If you do want to add to your handmade wardrobe, then maybe OWOP can give you a reason to look at your patterns in a different light or tempt you to use that fabric you’ve been stashing.
How do I actually take part?
You sign up following the info below, then whenMonday 26th November rolls around, you take a pic of yourself in your handmade OWOP outfit each day. You can post on Instagram and use the hashtag #OWOP18 or if you’re not on Instagram, you can join our ‘Sewisfaction Sewcial’ Facebook Group which you can post into, or if your feeling particularly social you’re very welcome to post in both. The most important thing is that you sign up below first, as we’ll be cross referencing prize winners with the sign up post.
If you don’t want to post a pic of you actually wearing your outfit, that’s totally OK too. You could style it on a dummy, hanger or do a flat-lay on the floor.
I’m in! How do I sign up?
Leave a comment on this post with the following details:
Pattern company + pattern name + garment type (garment type can be hacked so just the original version is fine!) If you want to take part but don’t know what pattern you want to use, that’s fine, just put TBC.
Eg – Tilly and the Buttons, Coco, Dress
Please also say how you’ll be participating, either Instagram or Facebook and if it’s Instagram we’ll need to know your Instagram handle.
Can I post on my blog?
Yes please do! Feel free to share your thoughts, tell people you’re participating and share your outfits during OWOP 2018. If you could link back to this post so others have the full details on how to join in themselves that would be great.
So there you have it! I hope lots of you will join in with OWOP 2018, it’s such a great way to show off the creativity that the sewing community is just bursting with. There’ll be guest posts over the next few weeks to give you some inspiration and ideas, and we’re also compiling an AMAZING collection of prizes – more details to follow!
Sign up or ask any questions in the comments section below.
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I will be participating on Instagram and my handle is @jennylovestosew
The pattern I will use is Nina Lee Southbank Sweater Dress
Hi! I’m Caroline and I’ll be participating in OWOP with the Tilly and the buttons Coco dress/top as @sewingbythec on Instagram 😊
Hi, I’ve been busy getting ready with:
Tilly and the Buttons, Agnes, Top
I’ll be using instagram @becsewcrazy
Can’t wait! Thanks,
Rebecca
Yay I love this challenge. I’ll be taking part in Instagram @sew.waffles
I’m still thinking about my pattern so that’s tbc 😊
I’ll be taking part this year for the first time 👋 with the Helen’s closet Blackwood cardigan on instagram as https://instagram.com/miss_nicj
My name is Karina and I’ll be using Christine Haynes’ Varda dress/top. My Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/liftingpinsandneedles
Hi! I’m participating on Instagram as @atelier292.be
Atelier Scämmit- Vertige – Blouse
Can’t wait!
I’ll be joining in OWOP 2018. I’m @seams_sew on Instagram. Probably wearing lots of Freyas but may change my mind…
Hi I will be entering again with TATB Freya top on IG @wakeymakes Looking forward to this. Thanks for hosting again K xXx
I’ll be joining in on Instagram, my handle is @rebeccahalfway I’m planning on using the Tilly and the Buttons Coco dress/top pattern 🙂
Tilly and the Buttons, Cleo, Dress – I will be taking part on Instagram and my Instagram handle is @sewstainability
Hello! My name is Joy of @pinkcoatclub and I’ll be wearing my Tilly and the Buttons Freya dresses and tops!
Tilly and the Buttons, Cleo, Dress
I will be taking part on Instagram and my handle is @sewstainability
I’m really looking forward to it this year! Can’t wait to see everyone’s outfits!
Hi I’ll be taking part for the first time this year, via Facebook. The pattern I’ll be using is Closet Case Patterns Sasha trousers. Looking forward to it
Hey I’m Shelley!
I will be participating for the first time with the Sew Over It Molly Dress pattern. IG handle is @lifeofacraftymum 🙂
Hi, Mich here. My Instagram is michebemason and I will be using the Halifax hoodie by hey june
I’d love to take part again. I need to decide which pattern this year though. Probably my Emery dress collection. Maybe.
I’m @vicky.carrie on Instagram.
Hi it’s Kathy from @sew_dainty I’ll be sharing my Pattydoo Chloe dresses and skirts! X
Slightly predictable but I’m going for Tilly and the Buttons, Coco, Dress/top
I will be joining via Instagram and my handle is @sewlisalife
Looking forward to it!
I’m in! Using the Tilly Buttons Freya sweater. 😊 I’ll be posting via my Instagram account @gingerscraps Thank you for running it again this year although this is my first time entering.
I will be participating with simplicity 1541 My IG name is gill_needs_to_sew
I’ve changed my mind. I’ll be participating with Megan Neilson Rowan turtle neck though the skirts will feature too
I’ve changed my mind. I’ll be participating with Megan Neilson Rowan turtle neck though the skirts will feature too
Hi, I will be using the TATB Agnes Top & will participate via Instagram with the handle:
the_headless_sewer
Looking forward to it!
Robyn
I’ll be participating using my TNT sweatshirt pattern based on the crew neck shirt from the Sew U home stretch book.
I recently started posting @sometimes.sewing
Looking forward to everyone’s posts 🙂
Really looking forward to taking part in this challenge and seeing everyone’s makes. I’ll be using Christine Haynes Emery dress.
Helen (hp_sews)
I’m taking part in OWOP and using the Southbank sweater dress pattern by Nina Lee
My Instagram handle is @ruthiesews
Hello! I’m Louise @louise_carmichael and I’ll be wearing either Tilly and the Buttons Freya or Nora makes. I can’t wait 😊
Yay – first time taking part in this challenge! Still haven’t decided which pattern to use!! My Instagram handle is @pinkwigglecat
Hi, excited to take part in #owop this year!
For me it will be the Tilly and the Buttons Coco Top & Dress.
I will participate through Instagram and my handle is @sew.little.time
Thanks!
Hello everyone! I am Olympia @my_lovemade_wardrobe and I would love to participate with Sheona dress & top by @akpatterns.
It’s my first time and I am so excited!!!
Greetings from Greece!
Olympia
I’m Allison (@allisongetscrafty on Instagram) and I’ll be using the Bibi skirt by Tilly and the Buttons
Hi, I’m hoping to join on insta @tangleandstitch and will be sharing my NewLook 6899 knit tops, Nicole x 👚😊
Hi…! I’ll be taking part in OWOP 18 using Tilly and the Button Freya Pattern – Top version. I’ll be using Instagram and my handle is @thezipperfoot Thanks for hosting – looking forward to taking part 💕
Hello! I love OWOP. I’m going to concentrate on the Betty Blouse from Simply Sewing Magazine issue 18 (not sure of date). Perfect for our upcoming NZ summer. I will participate in the Sewisfaction Sewcial on Facebook and on Instagram as sue13sews
I’ll be wearing
Grainline studio Driftless cardigan.
IG: seamallowanceincluded
I will participate on Instagram @irina_makes and on Facebook as Irina_Red with Willow Tank Dress and Top pattern by Grainline Studio
Such a great idea, looking forward to it!
I’ll be taking part on Instagram at @carmen.grantham with Simplicity Pattern 2365.
Hi I’m Lucy. I will be participating in OWOP for the first time. Not sure what pattern yet, maybe the Linden by Grainline studio. TBC.
My instagram is sewlucyrose.
Hi! I’m Karen (@hyacinthbloom on Instagram) and I’ll be taking part in OWOP this year with: McCalls, 6696, dress.
Hello everyone!
I am Olympia from @my_lovemade_wardrobe and I am so excited to participate.
I am going to use my favourite Sheona dress and top pattern.
Greetings from Greece!
I would love to take part in the challenge! I will use Tilly and the Buttons’ Agnes top.
Looking forward to the 26th November 😊
I would love to take part in the challenge! I will use Tilly and the Buttons’ Agnes top. My IG handle is @une_petite_crevette
Looking forward to the 26th November 😊
Hi, I am taking part again this year and will be using the Grainline Linden pattern. I am @doobis71 on Instagram.
Can’t wait 😊
I’m in on this year’s OWOP. I post on Instagram and my handle is @paisley75
I’m going to use the Cashmerette Montrose top.
Hi there! I will be wearing Megan Nielsen, Dove blouse, top. My insta handle is https://www.instagram.com/lilypillysews/
I’m signing up for the first time – thanks for hosting! My instagram is @carolynewendy I haven’t decided on a pattern yet, but probably either the Inari Tee, or the Ruffle Sleeve Top….or the Dove Top. I’m off to my sewing room to decide!
Hi! I’ll be joining in with OWOP18. Thanks for organising it again.
I’m planning to use the Colette Moneta dress pattern. I’ll be joining in on IG @azapops
Look forward to seeing everyone’s picks! 😊
I’ve been pondering what pattern I can use for this, and I’m struggling – I don’t want to repeat any previous OWOPs! Also, the dress I’ve got the most versions of they’re all too summery to wear in November – even with tights and cardigans.
For now, I’m thinking the Simple Sew Batwing Dress, but I may comment on this later to change it. I’ll be instagramming, and I’m @missbeacurtis.
Hi, I will be participating on Instagram with the Deer and Doe Plantain Tee.
@jknath
Hi – change of plan – will now use the Jenna Cardy as my pattern for owop18 :@the_headless_sewer
Looking forward to it!
Robyn
I’m going to try it – eek!
I’m @kittymademe on Instagram
I will probably go for the Tilly & the Buttons Coco dress/top but really TBC!
Hi, I’m Raquel and I’ll be wearing Vogue 1422 dress for one week one pattern. I’ll be sharing my makes on Instagram @raquel_sewing_ and_knitting_asia .
Hi Sheona, I’m in. Doing Tilly And the Buttons Freya Dress/Top. I’ll post on Instagram sewagnes. Hope to also post on your FB group. Thanks so much for organising a fab challenge xx😻
Hi I’m Nandita
I’m excited to see everyone’s makes
I’ll be using Seamingly Smitten Sazerac Shift dress with hacks and mods to the sleeves and finishes
My IG handle
@divinedita
Hi, I am Kim and I will be using the Deer and Doe Plantain tee.
Instagram @jknath
Hi Sheona
I’m keen to take part in OWOP18 and it’s great to know you are hosting it.
I’ll use the Grainline Archer and will post on Instagram, my IG handle is sewing_in_spain.
Thank you
Suzy x
Hello! I’ll be participating on instagram @etaudette with the Sew House Seven Tabor V-Neck shirt/sweater.
I hope to be a part of this, my first ever sewing challenge, using Seamwork Georgia on Instagram @michellemybell
Closet Case Patterns, Ginger Jeans, pants. I’ll be participating on Instagram @tomkatstitcherycarmel
Hi! I’ll be joining in on instagram @mzjackie007 with the True Bias Ogden Cami
YAASSSSS!!!!! Still undecided?!?!?!? @amanda_isewalot. Big hugs xxx
Hi there I’m going to do OWOP18 with the Merchant and Mills Top 64 pattern !
Can’t wait to see everyone’s makes. Kate x
Hi, I am Kim and I will be using the Deer and Doe Plantain tee.
Instagram @kimloves2sew
Sorry!!! I posted several times, because my name wasn’t showing up and I though I was doing something wrong, cough, cough, embarassed giggle.
Just remembered to sign up! I’ll be wearing my beloved Linden Sweatshirt & posting on Instagram as @englishgirlathome
Hi my Name is Nadine. I will post as @heartpleat with the TATB Agnes Top
So excited for this!
Tilly and the Buttons + Freya + top
Participating through Instagram @BeccaSews
My name is Jodie Roundtree. My instagram handle is @mystashislegal
Pattern- TBC
( but I think it is all the Ogden Camis I didn’t finish this summer 🙂 by True Bias)
Hi, I’ll join in! I’m going to do Nina Lee’s Southbank Sweater pattern as @scissorspapersewn on Instagram
I’m in
Maria Denmark Yasmin skirt
Will blog ( sewwatts.wordpress.com) and instagram ( @annwatts25)
Hi! I will be participating in the OWOP challenge this year using Instagram @sewemiesew … I will be using the Tilly and the Buttons Mama Agnes pattern.
Thanks for organising
Emma xx
I’m in!
Tilly and the Buttons, Francoise dress.
Instagram: @wendy_stitch
Ill be taking part on instagram @_jenmakes
Ill be using the slim dolman top from halla patterns
Merchant and Mills Top 64 👏🏼
Forgot to put my Instagram on before @smiffkate
I would love to participate in the OWOP on Instagram @ nelidup – I’ll be showing off all the Ivy Pinafores by Jennifer Laurence in my wardrobe!
Such a fun twist on a sewing challenge, I love this one 🤗
I’ll be sporting: McCalls – M7561 – dress
And I’ll be participating via Instagram @snowbird_stitch_co
Happy sewing everyone!
I’m aiming to do the challenge. I’ll be styling my 3 versions of McCalls 7445 culottes and making a 4th version too.
Oops..forgot to say that my IG name is @dream.cut.sew
Hi! I’m Eleanor and I’ll be using a Burda Style skirt pattern from 09/2000. I’ll be posting on Instagram as @nelnanandnora.
Hi, I will be participating with the Colette Patterns Moneta dress, which I love. Over on instagram my handle is Emmaandhermachine.
Thanks for hosting. x
Yay, this challenge is going to be so much fun!!
I will be participating on Instagram, my username is @ginasewandsew
I’ll be styling the Tilly Buttons, Freya, Top
Can’t wait for this, thanks so much. Looking forward to seeing everyone else’s makes 😊
Hello! Jane here, I’m going to join in with the OWOP challenge using
New Look pattern, 6106, skirt.
I’ll share my photos on Instagram as @janeinireland
Me and my Deer & Doe Melilot Shirt obsession are IN!
Me and my Deer & Doe Melilot Shirt obsession are IN and will be taking part on Instagram @jowoods11
Hi, I’ll be taking part, posting on Instagram (@theruralsewist) showing you all my Grainline Studio Morris Blazer collection.
Thanks for hosting Sheona 🙂
Samantha
Im going to join in, and I’ll be using either the Grainline Archer or the Megan Nielson Amber.
My instagram handle is @naomisewsnews
I’m going to join in with either the Grainline Archer or the Megan Nielson Amber.
I’ll be using Instagram and my handle is @naomisewsnews
I am going to join in again this year and my Instagram account is Karen_ann_sews. The pattern I’ll be using is the Helen’s Closet Blackwood cardigan
I’ll be wearing the Rusholme Skirt by Wendy Ward, and I’m @cseneque on Instagram.
I’m in!!
My Instagram handle is @charliehedley
The pattern I’m using is the Grainline Studio Linden Sweatshirt
Can’t wait to take part again this year!!
Hi, I’m in! I’ll probably use the Sew House Seven toaster and post on Instagram @morrissews
Tricia
I’ll be sharing my Grainline Studio, Morris Blazer, Jacket collection on Instagram @theruralsewist
OPOW Challenge accepted!
Pattern V9197
Vogue patterns
Dress
Instagram – Madebytoriah
Eg – Tilly and the buttons- Freya – dress
Hello,
Eg – Tilly and the buttons- Freya – dress
I would like to participate in this years, OWOP!! I will be participating on Instagram @daniela.uzu Apologies, this is my second post, first one in hit on the button by mistake and the message was not complete!
Hi I’m Katrina, @kayjaymorrison on Instagram
I,m looking forward to participating again, this year with the CompagnieM Susanne Cardigan, it’s flipping cold and I want to be cosy.
Hi, I’m Dani (@pocketortwo on Instagram). I’ll be taking part with the Marilla Walker Roberts Collection pattern, which is variations on dungarees.
Planning on participating with the Christine Haynes Lottie pattern. Instagram : @antoinettemcnulty
I’ll be participating on Instagram as @hazzmorewool
My pattern is Simplicity K2444 dress
So excited to be taking part for first time! I’m going to be making the Athina Kakou Patterns Sheona top/dress in a variation of styles! I’ll be taking part on Instagram on
@holsstevens – can’t wait to see everyone’s makes! X
I’ll be participating with my self drafted Lolita skirt. I took part last year and loved it so I’m really excited! I’m posting on Instagram and my handle is @cottonbycandy
I’m in, participating on Facebook. I’m using the In the Folds collins top pattern
I’m Caroline and I will be joining the fun of OWOP again this year with a selection of By Hand London Charlotte skirts. I don’t have IG or Facebook so I’ll take part in spirit only and write a round-up on my blog http://carolinejoynson.blogspot.com/ at the end of the week.
Have fun everyone!
Ruthypotts (instagram) – I’ll be playing along using Tilly and the buttons coco dress/top. This is going to be so much fun!
I’ve been dithering if I can do it, so a last minute sign up from me!
I’ll be using the Tilly and The Buttons Freya Top and/or dress!
Thanks for organising!
Stacie @notions_of_a_dressmaker
Hi, I’m taking part in OWOP challenge for the first time this year 💕✂️💕✂️💕 and so looking forward to the challenge. The pattern I’ll be wearing is the Merchant and Mills Trapeze Dress. My Instagram name is @kusannakrafts
Hello, last minute Annie here! Finally decided to bite the bullet and participate in a challenge. Eeek! My Instagram is cherry.made and I will be using TATB freya. Thanks for organising ❤️
I’m in! I’m going to try to use the new Selkie Patterns, London Dress (which I was lucky enough to test!). Ella, @sewistella on IG
Hi, I’ll be taking part on Instagram @sewn_on_the_tyne using my trusty Grainline Studio Linden pattern 💜
Thank you for hosting x
I’ll be taking part this year for the first time, my instagram name is @rosieeo and I will be wearing the Tilly and the Buttons Coco dress 🙂
I’m in I need to defend last years victory! I used Astoria top.
This year I’m using AKpatterns #abijumpsuit
Can’t wait 😊
Hi, I’m going to take part with the basic pencil skirt block from ‘Fashion Patternmaking Techniques [vol1]’ by Antonio Donnanno. I’ve made four in the past couple of weeks so this challenge seems like the perfect way to see how the different versions/fabrics are working for me! My Instagram is @xinyue553.
Perfect! I am going to use the Rachel trousers and jumpsuit by AKpatterns 🙂
I’m taking part wearing my Tilly and the Buttons Agnes Pattern all week.
@sew_re_mi
Very excited 😀
Lotta, Esmeralda tunic/dress/top thing!
I’ll be posting on insta ❤️
Forgot! Insta name @charlottepb42
I may as well give this a go, hopefully I make it to the end of the week 🤞🏻
I’m choosing Tessuti Fabrics Monroe turtle neck (toss up between this and Mandy!) which is a top/jumper. I will be participating on Instagram, my handle is @sobabysosew
I decided to take part in OWOP at the last minute 🙈 I‘ll be posting on Instagram @sewlindasews and will use the Helen’s Closet Winslow Culottes as my pattern of the week! Very excited 😊
Hi! I’m Sangeeta and I will be joining OWOP for the first time, with my Emery dresses, pattern from Christine Haynes. I’ll be posting pictures on Instagram @thedressgarden
Can I post old pictures of the dress or do I need to take new pictures every day? It’s quite dark in Sweden at the moment, so it’s hard to take any decent photos 🙂
Any photos are fine!
I hope I’m not too late to join? I just found out and this sounds like so much fun. I’ll be participating at Instagram by my account @sagner_by_katrin
I’ll use Sew Liberated’s Hinterland dress pattern.
I totally love this challenge and only one I’m participating in this year.
I’ll be making the sew over it Erin skirt
You can find me on Instagram at made_by_amrit
Xxx
hi I will participate on instagram Thanks for hosting. My handle is nats_needles and I will be showcasing Nina Lees Carnanby dress. Perfect dress for our summer at the moment.
I will hopefully be taking photos each day and posting on Instagram. My pattern will be the Blackwood cardigan by Helens Closet.
My Instagram handle is @voiceofacreative
This sounds fun. Not sure about the pattern yet but I’d better decide!
My insta is @grayalldayblog
I’ll be participating on Instagram @akramsideas and plan to wear my many Delphine skirts from Tilly’s book Love at First Stitch
I would like to participate and I’ll be using Tilly and the Buttons Coco
I’m on Instagram @clojo53
I’m going to participate, my instagram is @gingerheadandco
The pattern is Toaster sweater by Sew House Seven
Hi! This is the first sewing challenge I’ll be taking part in! 🙂
I’ll be using True bias, Ogden, Cami top and posting on @lisa.drotsche on instagram
Super excited! yay! 🙂
I’ll be posting on Facebook using the Sweet Tee pattern from Patterns For Pirates.
I hope I’m not too late but my name’s Kate and I’m participating in #OWOP18 with Helen’s Closet York Pinafore. I’m posting on Instagram as @fairyandthewren
Not too late to join? I will be publishing via Instagram as @anakiequilter the pattern is true bias lander pants
Closet Case Patterns, Ginger jeans, @taffyrose1064 on Instagram
Oops, It’s @taffy.rose.fontaine
I Sue @dogsinstitches_and_me will be taking part in #owop18 with one of my favourite patterns the @cocowawacrafts #cwchestnutsweater#cwchestnuttop
Hi! I’m Srebrenka /Silver and I’ll be participating in OWOP with the Sheona dress/top from Athina Kakou as @silverluna888 on Instagram ❤
Christine Haynes, Emery Dress
I’ll be taking part via Instagram @belleandthebunting 😁
Hope I’m not too late!!
Hi I’ll be participating on Instagram as @sewdalriada. Pattern is Tilly and the Buttons coco top/dress.
Am I too late to the party ?
See Many Dresses Sew Little Time – Basic bodice – dress, top
Posting my #owop on @lauradanable
Okay, I’m in! I started wearing my garment today: Seamwork’s Oslo cardigan. I’ll be sharing my pics on Instagram: @pimp_slapped
I’ll be participating for the first time in #OWOP as fatspanna on Instagram, wearing the Tilly and the Buttons ‘Cleo’ dress.