Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Ruffle Dress

About 2 months ago I ordered some ruffle fabric so I can make Alexia a fun romper for pictures. It has been chilly here and I want to take the pictures outside so I have not made it yet. I did come across a ruffle dress so I decided to make that first. I have plenty of fabric (the benefit of a tiny kiddo) so  I hopped to it. I made one in 12 months but it is a little big. I am either going to hem it smaller or make another one all together. I am glad I made this easy dress first so I can get a handle on working with the ruffles. When it came time to take a few pictures to show off my work Alexia was not having it. I did it after her breakfast thinking she would be her usual happy self but no such luck. She had to be bribed with more food. I want to make a cute sash for it but all I had on hand right now was ribbon so I tied it around her waist for the pictures. This dress is so light and airy, I can't wait for her to wear it in NJ when we go this summer.

This was before I bribed her...



This is her after with food n her mouth...


This is her shy pose ( I love her chunky legs, lol)


Her ballet point...


Showing how the fabric allows for movement....


Standing in her favorite spot, on the fireplace....

2 comments:

  1. Ohhh, what a sweet girl! I wish I had your talent (and a girl to dress up - maybe someday!) :)

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  2. What a beautiful dress! I LOVE the ballet pose! How cute!

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