Pattern: This pattern, oh this pattern, I love the resulting garments, but the first time I made the top I found some of the instructions a bit confusing. This was the third time I've made the shirt and I really only glanced at the instructions. I will say though that I have come to expect a little more hand holding type instructions from Indie pattern designers and this was wasn't quite up to that standard. In a few places I'm pretty sure I found some errors but am too lazy to really go back and study the instructions. I do know for sure that the outside packaging calls for 1 inch elastic for the skirt and the instructions within say 3/4 inch. Just a heads up to anyone out there, the garments are adorable- in particular we LOVE the top but the instructions might be a bit confusing or sparse for a new sewist.
The top comes together pretty quickly and easily and I do need to note that the instructions have you set the sleeves in after the side seam is sewn up and really this isn't necessary, you can set them before you sew the side seam. If you wanted to, this top would be a great showcase for an alternate fabric on the yoke or ties. Lots of cute potential and its a woven, which I love. The tie on this one is one of two options for the neckline, this winter I used the mandarin collar finish and I think I like this tie better.
The skirt is kind of a fussy little make. You are supposed to make buttonholes for your buttons but since the back waistband is elastic I found working buttonholes unnecessary and just sewed the buttons on. BTW the elastic back waistband is a fantastic idea and Figgy's has you extend your elastic a bit so that as your child grows you just let the elastic out. I left off the optional belt loops, she never wears belts. I added about 1 1/4 inches to this skirt and only turned it up 1/2 inch total to hem it so if your child is on the tall side you may want to add length too.
The necktie makes a cute bow! |
He's been her constant playmate for her entire life! |
On another note, the pictures of this girly with her dog just make my Momma heart smile. She loves our dog and he loves her too. Such sweet pals.
These two have a special bond. We sure do love our dog Buster. |
Cute set! I am cracking up at "congraduation."
ReplyDeleteThanks Masha! We've been giggling about it all week! Such a fun age.
DeleteGraduation! I just love those kindergarten graduations. So bittersweet. Please tell big girl that she is the most adorable thing that I have seen all day! Can't believe that she is going to be in 1st grade next year. Such sweet memories. The blouse fabric looks like liberty of london :) love, auntie
ReplyDeleteplease give kisses to big girl and little girl.
Thanks Holly! I will let her know! We had a good "congraduation" and she loved her outfit. Love to all of you too!
DeleteGraduation! I just love those kindergarten graduations. So bittersweet. Please tell big girl that she is the most adorable thing that I have seen all day! Can't believe that she is going to be in 1st grade next year. Such sweet memories. The blouse fabric looks like liberty of london :) love, auntie
ReplyDeleteplease give kisses to big girl and little girl.
Lovely outfit and Buster is super cute too!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I know she will love wearing it this summer and she really loves the long sleeve versions too! We love our dog, he's the sweetest!
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