Thursday, February 21, 2013


I hope to get a shot of her wearing this. I love the ruffle! It went together fairly easily, and I really liked how the pattern designer created the bodice pieces along with the full facings. I ended up with nice looking finished insides with very little bulk at the seams.

The Cottage Home Blog Summer Picnic Dress

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

I hope to get a modeling shot, but this is the Leila & Ben Sweet Dress is 12 months. I added a contrast hem and elastic around the bodice area inside.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Kwik Sew makes a similar pattern for twice the price. Here is a closeup shot to see the fit around the arms. I think it will be great to wear in the summer. The pattern is fully reversible, which means 2 layers of fabric, and adding the lace at the bottom was kinda tricky. I love the front pleats. I may try looking at the Kwik Sew pattern anyway to see if they make theirs non-reversible with maybe just a bodice lining to make it a bit cooler.

Harper Dress pattern from Etsy

Monday, February 18, 2013

Same Oliver + S Tea party sundress pattern, this time in size 12 months so she doesn't have to grow to wear it.

Saturday, February 16, 2013

I really love how easy this pattern works up! I had some fun with the fabrics this time too! Pattern is Oliver + S Teaparty Sundress. Bonnet is from Fabric by Fabric One Yard Wonders. The set is a little too big at 18 months, but I'm sure she'll grow into it.

http://www.amazon.com/Fabric---Fabric-One-Yard-Wonders-Projects/dp/1603425861/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1360774308&sr=8-1&keywords=fabric+by+fabric+one+yard+wonders

oliverands.com




Friday, February 15, 2013


Oliver + S Tea Party Sundress pattern. Size 12 months. This pattern is so much fun to make! The fit is nearly perfect with no modifications.



Thursday, February 14, 2013



Pansies, size 12 months, vintage style back crossover dress. This one has purple gingham inside and is fully reversible.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Size 12 months Leila & Ben Sweet Dress pattern.