Waldorf Dress

Hello.

I made this little dress up as part of a birthday present for my daughters friend.

I used the Waldorf Pattern from 5 Berries.

I found this pattern very well written.

It has a very professional finish and includes french seams.

I decided to add a collar to the dress.

The pattern does not come with this option,

I just used a collar from another pattern.

I'm really pleased with how this dress turned out.

Hopefully she will send me a picture or two with her wearing it.

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Cute little fly dress

Hello.

I purchased this really cute knit fabric the other day from the remnant box for $5

and I had the perfect project in mind for it.

The red trim across the top looks much brighter in this picture
but it almost exactly matches the flies eyes in real life.
I have since added a black and red loveheart lace to the top of the red trim.
I used the same lace as the tie on the jacket I made to match the dress. 

I used this pattern from one of my favourite Japanese pattern books.

See the similarity?

The colour is almost the same, just the subject of the print has a slight variation :-)

I don't usually like flies, but I'm loving these ones.

The back is simple and sweet.

I just need to attach the hook and eye closure and it is complete. 

I made this little jacket using my Japanese pattern book.

It was a pattern for a bolero, I just extended the length by about 4 inches.



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Maggie Mae Dress

Hello.

I purchased the Maggie Mae pattern from Shwin Designs the other day
when they were offering 40% off all their patterns.

I bought the larger size which covers size 6-10. I thought I'd make one for my 10 year old.

This pattern has simple instructions but is probably best suited

to a competent sewer as they are not overly detailed.

It comes in 2 lengths, as a top and as a dress.

I made the top, which is more like a dress.

I really loved the look of this pattern but when I made it I was not 100% happy with the result.

This is most likey due to my sewing and not the actual pattern :)

It was really quite wide and shapeless so I ended up

adding some ruched elastic to the sides to bring it in a little bit. 

 I will try this pattern again, making a couple more changes

that will suit both me and my daughter better.

I guess the beauty of making things yourself is it allows you to change things

and customise as you wish.

She had complained that the neck felt a little chokey so I will round it a bit more

at the front and I might also round the underarms a little more too.

To solve the width around the waist I might add a casing and enclose elastic all the way around.

We achieved the same result with a thick elastic belt today.

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Tartan Dress for School

Hello.

I completed another dress for my daughter for school.

I think this should do her for the winter now.

I used the same pattern as the one I used for her birthday dress.

This fabric probably works a little better for this dress

as you can see the details like the pockets, collar and center pleat a little clearer.

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Little Red Riding Hood Dress

Hello.

My girl needed some warmer school clothes.

The little red skivvy she wore yesterday is almost a 3/4 sleeve now.

I decided to make a jumper dress for her.

I took an ugly red boys jumper...

...and turned it into something a little bit special.

It reminds me of something Little Red Riding Hood would wear.

I used the Pink Fig Scrapbook Jeans & A Sweatshirt pattern.

I actually added 4 inches extra to the length to create more of a dress than a jumper.

I also joined it much higher up at the front. This is the 3rd jumper I have made with this pattern and I found that when making it the way the pattern suggests the jumper keeps slipping off at the shoulder.

The only request my daughter made in regards to the fabric choice was she wanted lovehearts.

I couldn't find any red and black fabric (school uniform colours) that had lovehearts,

except this fabric. It is sooo cute, perfect for a sewer.

There is little stick men with button heads, holding needles with thread.

I am really pleased with the result of this dress, and so is my girl.

She put it on this morning, even though she doesn't have school today.

At least I know she will be happy wearing it.

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Adorable Autumn Dress

Hello.

My daughter is turning 4 next Tuesday and to celebrate she is having a party,

and of course a new birthday dress was needed.

I used this pattern from my new Japanese pattern book.

It's hard to see with this fabric but the front has a simple pleat at the center.

It also has two front pockets and a cute collar.

I love the way the dress buttons up the back.

I used these gorgeous vintage buttons I had purchased off etsy quite a while ago.

They matched perfectly.

 

She has the dress and now has to wait for the party.

Linking up here.

My First Lula Maxi Dress

Hello.

I have made my first Lula Maxi Dress and I LOVE it!

The pattern is one that I won in the competition from Melly Sews and is from Lily Giggle.

I found this a very easy pattern to use and really recommend it to anyone who has basic sewing knowledge.

I slightly altered the pattern and added in a ruffle at the bottom instead of using a flat piece of fabric.

The ruffle was actually saved from a top my mum had asked me to repair but was unable to.

I think it is a perfect match.

This dress is a first in more ways than one. I have actually made this dress for someone who wanted to purchase it from me. A jacket is also on the list to complete for the same lady.

I am very excited about it as I have dreamed about selling the clothes I have made for such a long time. I am sure that I am not alone in this dream, it is so rewarding.

Hopefully it is just the beginning:-)

Wearing Their New Outfits and A Feature

Hello.

We went to my cousins daughters birthday party today.

I just had to share some pictures of my girls wearing their special outfits I made for the day.

I actually missed the opportunity to take a photo with the girls all new and neat, with shoes and socks and clean faces, but still got some nice pics none the less.

On the slide with the birthday girl...

...and with each other.

I made up a bib to match the dress yesterday to avoid any food spills.

The wonderful day ended a little like this...

Sweet dreams ♥

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On another note.

I was featured over at a rosie sweet home for my First Attempt at The Sunki Dress.

Thanks guys!

They are having a linky party today so why not head over and show off some of your latest projects.

I'll see you there!

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