their dresses

2.08.2012


Had to make these dresses the  other night.  And they were a total dream to sew up.  Simple but fun.


It's the Cowl Neck Jumper pattern by Heidi & Finn.  I really recommend this pattern, it's really beginner friendly.  I used my serger for both dresses, but it gives instructions for using with a regular machine, too.  I've even gotten pretty quick at changing the thread in my serger, never thought that would happen.  Maybe one of these days I'll try out some of the other stitches it does.

[we started out with a little pout]
[but ended up with mostly these]

The blue/dark brown knit is by Patty Young, bought at fabric.com, and the purple/white stripe is from my local hancock fabrics (which I think cost about $2 for all of it).  
I'm happy, they're happy.

31 comments:

Amy Friend said...

Sweet dresses and sweet girls!

Evie said...

I've just downloaded that pattern for my little one. I hope she looks as adorable in it as your two do!

kristin said...

those are so cute and comfy! your girls definitely look happy wearing them. :)

{Leila}Where the Orchids Grow said...

Such sweet dresses, your girls look totally cute in them!

Kelley said...

holy stinkin' cuteness batman!

Lindsay @ 402CenterStreet.blogspot.com said...

These are so adorable (the dresses AND the girls)! I'm going to have to get my hands on that pattern.

gail said...

Those are great!! They look so comfy cozy. Thanks for the tip on that pattern!

Amy said...

Beautiful job! They are precious---both the dresses and your models. LOVE your blog, by the way. Thanks for all the wonderful inspiration.

Sew Much Ado said...

Those are so sweet. And your girls look like they've grown up! I can't help smiling when looking at these pictures :).

Kerry said...

Gorgeous, practical and look great

Lady Lavender of the Kitchen said...

Oh my goodness! Your girls are *adorable*! and they love those desses.

liZ evans said...

Super cute---I really like that striped fabric!
liZ
(simplesimonandco)

kris@thebigboat said...

I love that they tied them in the front! That's a familiar sight in my house too!

Poppyprint said...

Oh, well done mom. The dresses, and the girls are adorable. I love the last photo especially. Seems to show both of their personalities, just in the way they are sitting..does it? So cute.

Katy Cameron said...

Very cute, both girls and dresses

Jess@craftiness is not optional said...

so adorable, and they look so cozy!

make it perfect said...

looooove them anna! got to make one for lil for winter now :)

Emily said...

Beautiful dresses and girls!! :)

Kerry said...

This is so timely. I literally cut out my pattern pieces for this dress last night. I'm hoping to sew it up tonight. I chose a fleece fabric, I hope it works out.

Carolyn said...

Such cute little dresses! And your girls are hilarious and adorable!!

Cindy said...

These are adorable, Anna!! And so are the little models!! :)

Sowmya said...

Cute dresses for adorable girls..I've been following you for quiet sometime...Your posts 're very inspiring...Have a great time:)

Gwen @ Gwenny Penny said...

Adorable dresses! I love the stripes... great choice.

Mims said...

those are so darling. if i had any knit fabric in my stash i think i'd be sewing one for my daughter this very moment.

Erin said...

i bought this pattern recently- glad to see you made a couple! they're adorable!

Delia said...

Oh these are the perfect little girl dresses. Love Natalie's {your oldest right?} cute top bun!

Stitchin' time said...

Nothing like a swishy, swirly dress or skirt to put a smile on a little girl's face :). Stripey fabric always looks good on it's own too and then you can always accessorise with solid coloured extras if you wish, much easier than finding something patterned.
Cheers,
Robyn

k a t y said...

those are darling, Anna! makes me stripe hungry :)

luvinthemommyhood said...

those turned out fabulous! I've been wanting to try this so it's great to see you whip some up. Love the fabric choices too!

Trinie Beh said...

they look so adorable with those dresses on!

Blooms And Bugs said...

These dresses look so comfy and beautiful. You did well.

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