I have been sewing!
These are what have been keeping me busy for a couple of days!
This little one is made using Ruby.
And for this one I used a combination of Bliss and a little gingham that I had in my stash! I am so glad to be using fabric that I already had on hand.
And really bright blues for a sweet little dress. Also from my stash.
This is how I finished the seams, first with a wide zigzag and then I used pinking shears to trim the seam allowance. This should help it not to fray too much. I do own a serger but the need for such a small amount of serging made it easier to finish them this way.
Another picture showing seam treatment and a casing for the neckline and the sleeves.
Last but not least the 1/4″ elastic for the neckline and sleeves. I left an opening for the elastic to be inserted and then sewn closed. I will send it along with the dresses for Jennie to finish them to fit Norah perfectly. It is a little difficult sewing long distance because I wanted them to fit her comfortably.
I will ask Jennie to show us pictures when they have their elastic and while Norah is wearing them. I cant wait to see!
The pattern I used is The Abigail Peasant Dress by Pink Poodle Bows. This is a simple and sweet pattern, there are so many things that could be done to change the looks of this dress. I always loved adding lace and ribbon, I will leave that to Mommy if she likes!
Now on to the next project waiting!
Have a great day!!
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the Anne handbag
the Stella diaper bag
the Lizzy bag
the Brooklyn bag
the Madeline bag
They look adorable! Can’t wait to see them modeled! =)
Anita recently posted..Wordless Wednesday ~ A ‘little’ snow?
How adorable! It makes me wish I had a little girl.
Tiffany recently posted..WIP: A Bit of Yellow
Fantastic. maybe someday I will have a little girl to sew for too. It could happen.
Cindy Sharp recently posted..While I wait….
Just goegeous, I hope they still fit when the weather warms up as it is freezing here.
Such sweet little dresses! The fabric colours and pattern combinations are adorable, and I really love the frill at the hem!
Wishing yu a happy weekend!
Helen x
Helen Philipps recently posted..More Merry Making
Oh Clara
They are the cutest dresses I have ever seen.
Chris xxxooo
They will be so sweet on her!
Those are absolutely adorable! I may have to find a little girl to sew these for!!!
Linda Winters recently posted..My Quilt Shop!
Your little dresses are adorable! The fabric combinations are magical! And now I have a little girl to sew for!
Clara – these are so sweet, Norah is going to be darling in them! I love seeing all the wonderful things you and Jennie make with the pretty fabrics. XOXOX
These dresses are just too cute! I love the fabric combinations!
randi recently posted..a well spent $15
Norah is going to look so cute in her new dresses! Sweet grandma!
Mary on Lake Pulaski recently posted..Schoolhouse Tunic
They are so darling. Someday I will have a little granddaughter to sew for, Lord willing. =)