Friday, August 19, 2011

Making Dress #1

We finished Hailey’s first dress! I don’t know how I could have done it with out my mom. This was the first time I made something from a pattern. I thought it was going to be easier than it was. So a big THANK YOU to my mom for guiding me through!

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I was nervous just cutting out the fabric!

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I definitely mastered sewing in a straight line Smile

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I had no idea all of the supplies and knowledge you need to make a “simple” dress. I definitely learned a lot! I hope I can make the next one on my own. There were a couple times we had to pull out the work. Also when I was sewing the hem of the dress, I had some bobbin issues. But we always learn from our mistakes so I can’t complain.

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Hailey had fun watching mama Smile

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She would yell, “1,2,3 Goooo!” Then I would start up

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So are you ready to see the finished dress?? Here it is!

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I love how it turned out. Now I am definitely not a pro so it isn’t perfect. But that’s what I like about it! It’s special just for my Hailey Belle

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Doesn’t she look thrilled…

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Hailey was excited to go outside and play in her new dress

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I just love it!

Hopefully I will have the courage to try the second dress on my own. I may look for a different and easier pattern.

Have a great weekend everyone!

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12 comments:

  1. TashaAugust 19, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    pretty,thats one thing i cant do is to sew, but i love to crochet though

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  2. FlorenceAugust 19, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Very pretty!

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  3. stephanni :]August 19, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    that is so cute!!! i will be pulling out my machine to master the straight stitch this weekend too! :)

    have you thought about the pillowcase dresses? those are super cute too. good luck on your future dressmaking, you are off to a good start. :)

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  4. Fruitful FusionAugust 20, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    I love this post. I'm trying to pluck up the courage to sew a dress or a tunic top for myself. Your post is very encouraging! Thanks :)

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  5. AnonymousAugust 20, 2011 at 3:29 AM

    This is darling! I played around with sewing my own dress for Emma when she was really little, and it was definitely a learning process (and an intimidating project to take on)! This dress came out great! You may have inspired me to buy a pattern and try it for myself. ;)

    If you have time, I'd love for you to pop by this weekend and link up with So Sweet Sundays. ;)

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  6. AnnaAugust 20, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    The dress is charming but your daughter is soooo cuuuute....
    Have a great weekend.
    Anna

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  7. MindyAugust 20, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    It looks great! Well done!!!

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  8. NicoleAugust 20, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Well done!! It's really beautiful, I wouldn't mind making an adult sized one!

    When I made a skirt last weekend I was so thrilled so have it finished, isn't it just brilliant to make something you-can-wear!?

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  9. MeganAugust 22, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    It turned out so cute! And I am partial to the name -I have a little Hailey too!

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  10. Amanda DicksonAugust 22, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    She's adorable! Especially sitting on the couch watching you...great picture!

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  11. just jaymaAugust 28, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Darling dress! I have a "Haylee", and I adore the name.

    Try this pattern: http://www.etsy.com/listing/62765718/sweet-little-dress-pattern-package?ref=sr_list_1&ga_search_query=sweet+little+dress&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade

    It is SSSOOO super simple, much easier than any I have sewn from a commercial pattern, and so very easily adaptable for when you have mastered it!!

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  12. Begonvilli EvAugust 29, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Very cute little girl and a very nice dress.

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Thanks for your comment! Happy crocheting :)