I made a simple skirt & hair clip for a friends daughter's 2nd birthday and it was gratefully received. Phew. You know, you just can't tell with some people if they get it or not!
So gratefully received was the skirt that she asked me to make the coming home from hospital outfit for her unborn child. Gulp. Now how is that for a nerve making task?!! She had seen this gorgeous romper from the Tea Collection but she was concerned it would not be small enough for her wee newborn.
Ardmore flutter sleeve romper - Tea Collection |
My original thoughts were to use the Ann Marie Horner (first left) which was the fabric that popped into my head when I saw the Tea romper. However it was a little to busy for a newborn so I went with the Valori Wells, Wrenly.
For one of the first times ever I used a pattern. Not sure why as it was such a basic shape and I altered the sleeves, added a pocket & adjusted the size! The pattern was for a peasant dress from Sew much Ado which I printed out at 90%. I basically followed her instructions but slimmed down the sleeves and omitted the elastic. It is a great tutorial and easy to follow, so if you feel nervous about going it alone head over to Sew Much Ado.
1. Attach sleeves to bodice |
2. Hem sleeves and finish seams |
3. Hem neck, leaving gap to allow for elastic around neck |
4. Thread elastic through neck and secure. |
5. Sew side seams and finish edges |
Secure poppers to centre of bottom hem |
What do you think?! I hope she likes it! What do you make for friends babies? I have another newborn project to start, a blanket this time me thinks!
Love it. Will have to try that pattern. X
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