This outfit I made Sadie to wear for the Fourth of July (assuming I won't be in labor or something, in which case, Mom, this is what Sadie should wear if we're in the hospital), might be a little early, but as you may know, I am trying my hardest to as much done before this baby comes. Such as party planning, outfit-making, etc...you know, she can … [Read more...]
kids clothes week: round three
May 13, 2010 By 8 Comments
A simple peasant shirt/skirt combo...my favorite part of this outfit is the little tie. and the fabric. The skirt's a little short, hopefully she doesn't shock anyone with too many peeps at her diaper cover. ;)i love teal and white.the end. … [Read more...]
refashioned skirt tutorial
November 23, 2009 By 3 Comments
you'll need:a skirt the normal sewing stuff (thread, machine, pins, and elastic)a onesie or pattern for bloomersfirst measure how long you'd like your skirt to be, and around your child's waist. you'll want to add a few inches to the top depending on how wide your elastic is, for the casing, and for seam allowances on the sides. (about 1/2 on each … [Read more...]
skirt at the park
November 20, 2009 By 21 Comments
i made this skirt awhile ago but didn't get any (good) pictures of sadie in it, so we stepped outside this morning to give it another try. i ended up going back for my keys so we could take a walk, cause sadie took off for the park as fast as she could! that girl is a super walker. (to our happiness, and dismay)i made it out of a larger jean skirt … [Read more...]
i made a skirt!
September 15, 2009 By 7 Comments
*happy dance!* i made a skirt! and it fits! and i didn't say bad words in my head while making it! (not that i ever do that, mom) and i did it by myself! and the zipper is crooked! and it's not hemmed yet!but, hey. i focus on the positive here!i used this tutorial..it was so simple and easy. my mom's serger made the seams so nice and tidy too. i … [Read more...]
some new stuff
August 5, 2009 By 5 Comments
i made these outfits for sadie today...i love the material on this one...and that trim on the bottom of the skirt. I got the skirt fabric from a friend, and the brown and teal fabrics were remnants, at $1.50 per piece. I had the trim already, so this outfit came out to be oh so cheap! love that. this dress was so easy i almost feel like i can't … [Read more...]
can’t beat 1.50
June 20, 2009 By 6 Comments
That's how much this men's shirt cost me at Salvation Army. That plus an hour or so of sewing produced this cute little number. Alas, I did not think of this cutie pie idea. I got the idea here. This blog is awesome. I can't wait to make some more shirts like this one!Cassy and I have big plans to eat some sushi tonight and enjoy some quality time … [Read more...]
New clothsies
April 12, 2009 By 4 Comments
Made this dress during naps today...the pattern wasn't too hard, I even put in a zipper all by myself! Yay! (Mom, are you so proud?) Joanna is sitting here reading over my shoulder and says I sound like a five year old...but I'm the one writing this post. If she wants to write, she should go on her own blog. haha. We're trying on bridesmaids … [Read more...]
New skirt
April 5, 2009 By 5 Comments
New skirt=new pictures, of course.I used this tutorial...although it's a little self explanatory.It's a little short for Sadie but looks fine for now and as long as she "sags" her skirt. lol. I just LOVE how she crosses her feet when she's sitting. It's oh so fancy, and cute. She was all stoic and solemn for me. It's hard to make a baby smile … [Read more...]
New outfit!
February 10, 2009 By 2 Comments
I made this cute little skirt and onesie set for Sadie today! Simple and easy... Tomorrow we're going to one of those photo places to get some of those cheesy posed baby photos...I'm so excited! My mom is going to go with us to help out with the smiling and such. We're also getting ready for our trip down to Disneyland later this week. We're also … [Read more...]