If you find yourself in the crossover 14-20 sizes and are struggling to choose between the Olive & Olive Curve patterns, today I will be sharing a visual comparison between them! Our diagrams will compare a size 18 from our 0-20 range shown in the outline to the size 18 in the Curve range as shown in blue.
Sizes 0-20 are drafted for a 2″ (5cm) difference between upper bust and full bust, whereas the Curve sizes 14-30 are drafted for a 4″ (10cm) difference between upper bust and full bust. In addition the Curve pattern includes a bit more ease in the bust, as well as a bit more ease in the bicep and hip, and multiple patch pocket sizes.
This pattern is designed with an intentionally relaxed fit and generous ease without being overly baggy. Both 0-20 and Curve 14-30 are dartless, however, we have included a marking for the bust apex to help with bust adjustments if you find you need one.
Both patterns come with the same awesome variations and all our tutorials and add-on ideas can be applied to either!
I hope you have found this breakdown on how to choose between Olive and Olive Curve helpful. If you have any questions or need any further help please let me know in the comments!
Looking for more Olive posts?
- How to choose between Olive & Olive Curve (this post!)
- Sewalong Intro Post
- Inspiration and Ideas
- Tester Round-Up
- FBA with dart added
- Neckline Prep
- Patch Pocket
- V-Insert Option 1 (clean finish)
- V-insert Option 2 (topstitch)
- Bias Sleeve Finish
- Sleeve Bands
- Long Sleeves
- Pocket and Skirt
- Hemming
- Bonus Hack – Dress ties
- Bonus Hack – Elastic Hem Cropped Top
- Bonus Hack – Shift Dress
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