The last week of November was the One Week One Pattern #OWOP challenge hosted this year by Sheona from Sewisfaction.
The idea is that you wear one pattern all week. Either multiple versions of a pattern, of the same garment, styled differently. You do not have to rush to sew up a full week of garments these could be items you already have in your wardrobe, they just must be all the same pattern.
I really enjoy this challenge because it allows you to show off the many versions of a pattern you’ve made over time.
The Delphine Skirt
One of my favorite patterns is the Delphine skirt from book Love at First Stitch by Tilly & the Buttons. This is a simple A-line skirt that is very quick and easy to whip up.
Over the past four years or so I’ve made a good amount of Delphine skirts and thought it’s perfect for this challenge. After taking part I thought I’d share a quick recap of all the Delphine skirts in my collection.
Plum Textured Delphine
This skirt I made out of a heavy weighted textured plum colored fabric. I also lined it in lightweight marron cotton and added pockets. This is a great Delphine for the winter because of the heavy textured fabric.
![Akram's Ideas: Delphine Skirt in purple](https://i1.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/akrams-ideas-delphine-skirts-purple-collage.jpg?resize=770%2C403&ssl=1)
Brown Linen Delphine
My brown linen Delphine probably gets worn the most because it matches with so many things. This Delphine is also lined and of course, pockets added.
![Akram's Ideas: Delphine Skirt in brown](https://i0.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/akrams-ideas-delphine-skirts-brown-collage.jpg?resize=770%2C403&ssl=1)
Pink Denim Delphine
While my brown Delphine is probably my most worn, my pink denim one is probably my least worn. I wasn’t’ sure that a denim skirt is really office appropriate but after wearing it to work during the #OWOP challenge, I think know one really even noticed that it was denim. So, I might actually attempt to wear this more often.
![Me posing in my pretty pink Delphine skirt](https://i1.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/akrams-ideas-pink-delphine-skirt-me.jpg?resize=770%2C514&ssl=1)
Nautical Cord Delphine
The #OWOP challenge takes place in late fall early winter, which sometimes makes it a challenge. So my nautical Delphine in a navy corduroy fabric wasn’t something I would normally consider wearing in the colder weather. But I thought I’d give it a try and pair it with some tights.
![Akram's Ideas: Delphine Skirt in Navy](https://i1.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/akrams-ideas-delphine-skirts-navy-collage.jpg?resize=770%2C403&ssl=1)
Woolen Plaid Delphine
I had a woolen ¾ circle skirt that was one of my earliest sewings makes. However, I never really wore it, it was not lined itched like crazy, not to mention the zipper wasn’t put in all that well. So, I decided to take it apart and convert it to a more wearable skirt.
![Sharing my 2018 One Week One Pattern #OWOP round up and my complete Delphine Skirt collection.](https://i0.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/akrams-ideas-woolen-delphine-H.jpg?resize=770%2C433&ssl=1)
Needless to say, I turned it into a Delphine skirt and yes this time lined this skirt and added pockets. I’m really glad I refashioned this make because I get so much more wear out of it, plus I needed warmer Delphine skirts for the winter.
Yellow Linen Delphine
This summer I made a yellow linen Delphine which I do love. It’s so bight a cheery and had fun wearing it despite the temperatures moving into winter. While I do love this yellow Delphine I also get frustrated wearing it because I totally forgot to add pockets to it.
![My accidental Snow White cosplay made using Tilly & the Buttons Mimi blouse and Delphine skirt.](https://i1.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/akrams-ideas-snow-mimi-collage-01-H.jpg?resize=770%2C403&ssl=1)
Denim Delphine Hack
My very first Delphine was made out of denim which I did not really have enough for the Delphine to cut on the fold for the front or have enough for the waistband. So I added a front center seam and used a blue and white floral cotton for the waistband. I also added a fun heart-shaped patch pocket to the front.
![Me posing in my Delphine hack skirt](https://i1.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/akrams-ideas-delphine-hack-skirt-me.jpg?resize=770%2C514&ssl=1)
More Delphine Skirts
The list above concludes all the Delphine skirts that I wore during the #OWOP challenge but that is not all of the Delphine’s in my collection.
Black Floral Delphine
I have a lovely black floral Delphine that I hacked with a bottom band in contrasting red. I also made a top in the same black floral so when paired together it looks like a dress.
![This dress can be worn professional or casual](https://i1.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/akrams-ideas-flora-outfit-professional-casual.jpg?resize=770%2C403&ssl=1)
Green Linen Delphine
Lastly, I have a green linen Delphine that I also made a matching bolero for. When paired together I have a super cute kind of 40’s Cabana style suit in my opinion.
![Akram's Ideas: Delphine skirt in green](https://i1.wp.com/akramsideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/akrams-ideas-green-suit-delphine-skirt-collage-H.jpg?resize=770%2C403&ssl=1)
I’d love to know in the comments below if you took part in the #OWOP challenge and what pattern you picked?
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