I enjoy sewing even if I've only sewed 2 pairs of pajama pants and 1 pillowcase dress since high school. I'm learning and trying new things when I have time. I recently completed a really cute little pillowcase dress for my daughter. I found the pattern (I was not brave enough to tackle the applique) at Wal-Mart for 97 cents!! It turned out a little bit too big (although it's better than being too small), the seams didn't quite match up and I had a hard time making neat ends at the seams for the rick rack (decorative white bands at the bottom). I certainly learned a lot and can hopefully do a better job the second time around. At first glance, though, I don't think you notice any of those things. I also have a great book that has helped me understand some of the instructions and terminology in the patterns when I have questions.
Upon further searching online, I found this link for instructions to make a similar dress - no pattern needed.
I've started my next project for my other daughter which involves a zipper and some other things I'm clueless about, but so far so good. The zipper is not yet in, so my sentiments may change. I'll post a picture when that's done.
Here's the pillowcase dress:
Upon further searching online, I found this link for instructions to make a similar dress - no pattern needed.
I've started my next project for my other daughter which involves a zipper and some other things I'm clueless about, but so far so good. The zipper is not yet in, so my sentiments may change. I'll post a picture when that's done.
Here's the pillowcase dress:
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