Lily Pads of Loveliness
I couldn't help myself. I had to play with some of this Ginger Blossom fabric. It's so soft and the colors are so great. I used an old pattern (oldie but goodie) that I've had for over 10 years. It's out of print now but I bought one on ebay recently (I see there's one listed now) because I wanted the smaller size ranges too. It says it takes 2 hours to make it but after you've made it once you can probably do it in less than an hour, it's so simple. The dress and blouse have 4 pattern pieces: 1 front piece and 1 bodice lining, 1 back piece and 1 bodice lining.
This lily pad print is so great on it's own I thought it would be a shame to use it in a "busy" outfit. I think it turned out perfect.
I really love the little backpack too. It's really fun to make and darn cute. The pattern only has a few pieces: an outside piece and lining, then a pocket and two straps. Easy Peasy, just a bunch of rectangles. I keep meaning to make a copy of this pattern but in a bigger size because I think it would be fun to have one for myself.
Cute! Oh, and I found the cutest blog today. Look at her sewing room! The shelves, the chair...heavenly.
Oh another thing, I recently changed email servers and it looks like I lost some of your emails in the process so please don't think I'm ignoring you. Because I like you! I really like you!
It looks like we've got it worked out now.
oh.my.goodness.this.is.cute.....i need some fabric...i have a similar pattern with one piece here and there...nice! Love that little backpack, too. You are soooo good!
Posted by: Laurie | March 17, 2008 at 09:10 PM
ooops, i am tired and not coming out like I mean....I love the one or two piece patterns! LOVE THEM! I have a similar one! Easy peasy!
Posted by: Laurie | March 17, 2008 at 09:11 PM
That is adorable. I love to be able to see the scale of the pattern.
Posted by: vanessa | March 18, 2008 at 06:38 AM
Love, love, love the dress and the bag. I have five girls. I know my girl stuff. This is way cute. Also, thanks so much for the link to my blog. I'm flattered!
Posted by: Cassie | March 18, 2008 at 09:41 AM
I'm loving Ginger Blossom. Your things are beautiful out of it. And that blog is so cute you linked to.
Posted by: nanette | March 18, 2008 at 10:56 AM
Love it.
Posted by: lera | March 18, 2008 at 02:13 PM
Oh, that is so sweet!
Posted by: beki | March 20, 2008 at 09:26 AM
Hello from Toronto,
I love your blog and this dress and bag are so lovely!
Warm regards,
Gabriela
Posted by: Gabriela Delworth | March 21, 2008 at 09:49 AM