Here is the first of several dresses that I cut out for Maryanna. I thought I would have a break from sewing until Easter but I under estimated her winter growth spurt. Besides I am having way too much fun. This is dress J from the japanesse sewing book in size 100. I used a cotton woven plaid that I picked up in Spain last Spring. The petticaot dress underneath was added to increase warmth and body. It was constructed from a white Old Navy turtle neck and an old cotton night gown. I just cropped the turttle neck, gathered the skirt and pieced them together with a stretch stitch. What a satisfying 10 minute project!
In addition to dresses Maryanna was in need of a bigger coat and boots. They all came together at just the right time and look great together. These girls may be a bit more wild than my boys but they sure are fun to dress! Maryanna always peeks in at my sewing machine and asks...."Mom what you making me"? Hopefully I'll post some more of the projects this week.
Your ten minute project would have taken me days! you are amazing. What an adorable outfit.
ReplyDeleteYou have some serious talent. Again, when are you going to start "Alison's Origionals?"
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty pink on Maryanna. Love the layering effect. I can't wait to sew something from that book too.
ReplyDeleteHey Alison! How are you? How do you do it all?!?! I absolutely LOVE your baby girl outfits. Where did you find the japanese pattern book? I found one on Etsy.com but it's sold out. Anyway, I'd love to hear from you! My e-mail is carlygb@yahoo.com. Thanks! Carly Broderick
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