Sewing is a lot like life...sure, there are patterns for just about everything, but in order to love what you do, or love what you make, you have to change the pattern to make it your own regardless if the change is a fraction of an inch or the length of a yard. And more often that not, those choices you make to change the pattern do not work out exactly the way you hope. It can be frustrating and challenging, and sometimes you have have to rip it all apart at the seams and start completely over. Which requires patience. A lot of patience. But in doing so, you create something that is far more rewarding, and far more beautiful, then what you started with.

Sunday, January 16, 2011

My first one!


My first pillowcase dress!
(Please pay no attention to the terrible picture)
I have been wanting to try one of these cute pillowcase dresses for a while, but with a little boy, it has been hard to come up with a good reason to make one. But I know a few little girls with birthdays in the next 6 weeks, so I plan on making a few for each of them. I also think these will be the perfect project for using some of my favorite fabrics that are patiently sitting on the shelf!
Unfortunately, because I take terrible pictures, you cannot see the super sweet pink swirl pattern on this particular dress. (note to self, get better at taking pictures)
As for the pattern, I reviewed a few different tutorials online, but really ended up free handing the pattern again on newspaper until I found a size and shape I liked. I like the versatility of the style....I like that it can be worn as a dress with tights and a long sleeve shirt underneath, or as a tunic over a tshirt and jeans, and then again in the summer with sandals.
I know the pillowcase dress is nothing new....in fact, its probably one of the oldest, simplest patterns out there...but don't you love it?! Feel free to link up ones that you have made, I would love to see them!

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17 comments:

  1. The Paisley AbbeyJanuary 16, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    It turned out great!
    :)
    Courtney

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  2. JenniferJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    It came out adorable. Having two boys, I have yet to make one...LOL!

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  3. jmtJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    So cute! My mom said she used to make my clothes when I was very young. I couldn't imagine doing that for Evie. You and she are very talented. :) I love this!

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  4. AmandaJanuary 17, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    It's so cute, shame my boys wouldn't appreciate one!!

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  5. SandyJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Nice job! I made a bunch of these and sent them off to a ministry in Haiti. So if you want to make some more, I bet they'd like them! Check out the blog, Realhopeforhaiti.org.

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  6. Jenn @ Peas and CrayonsJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    super cute =)

    xoXOxo
    Jenn @ Peas & Crayons

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  7. KristenJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    That will be so cute in the summer. What a fun idea.

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  8. JillJanuary 18, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    The dress looks great! Any little girl would adore it!

    Thanks for linking up to A Round Tuit! Hope you have a lovely week!

    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  9. Megan GunyanJanuary 18, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Very cute. I can see the swirls and they are adorable. I love all your ideas for wearing it and this would make a great gift!

    I'd love for you to join my giveaway for a vintage trinket tray going on now! http://alittleknickknack.blogspot.com/2011/01/giveaway-with-cotton-breeze.html

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  10. Jayna RaeJanuary 18, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    I really want to try one too. I made one out of the sheet packaging, which is quite similar. I want to do the actual pillow case though.

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  11. EmilyJanuary 19, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    Looks great!! :)

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  12. Christina @ AccomplishingMotherhoodJanuary 19, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    That has to be the cutest pillow case print I have EVER seen!
    following now:)
    Hopped over from the Sew Much Ado Party!
    http://accomplishingmotherhood.blogspot.com

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  13. GingerJanuary 19, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    This is one of the many reasons I need a daughter...pillow case dresses. Thanks for linking up to Mad Skills Monday!

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  14. It's A Priceless LifeJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    My bonus daughter just had a little girl...I can't wait to make one of these for her!
    I'm your newest follower...come check out my blog when you get a chance :-)
    Shantel @
    www.itsapricelesslife.blogspot.com

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  15. DANAJanuary 21, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    If you haven't already, I would love for you to come link up at my linky party and have the chance to be the Best of the Best for January!

    http://www.thesaturdaymorningsblog.com/2011/01/strut-your-stuff-like-you-mean-it.html

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  16. JanaJanuary 21, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    Turned out great!

    Come enter to win a free wine cork!
    http://gigglesglitzandglam.blogspot.com/2011/01/elephants-trunk-giveaway.html

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  17. QuiltstoryJanuary 23, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    its great! Thanks for linking up to Quiltstory!

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