More of "Grace", Bridget", and "Shannon"

Just another idea as to how to wear some of these pieces together. I really love this combination. Using "Grace", "Bridget" and "Shannon" together. One of my friends once commented that my designs were "Little House On The Prairie Chic" and I think this outfit fits that description to perfection.

Dawn

A Few More Photos From Florida

Here is another one of the outfits I was thinking of using for the "Sew Beautiful" article but as you can see the photos aren't the best, which is such a pity because I really really loved the way this little outfit turned out. It's a combo of three of my designs. "Emily" made from a gorgeous small floral print from Lecien. "Bridget" made from a super soft and pretty pink batiste and "Annie" made from....believe it or not pillow ticking! LOVE THIS!!! I also made big pockets on the pants with left-overs of the Lecien and then trimmed out the bottom of the pants with some antique lace that I found in one of my antiquing adventures. I can't wait to make up more of these combos as I think the 3 pieces go so well together!

Dawn

C c c c c Cold!!!!

I just realized I haven't posted any photos of Abby in any of my creations in a while. I have been sewing a lot, but most of what I have made is all Spring/Summer and with the temps being pretty darn cold here I  just couldn't torture Abby without at least a little something to keep her warm. So, this morning I set out to make something that was a little more suited to the chilly temps. This outfit is made up of layers and layers of cuteness. A long sleeved T, "Bridget" in pink batiste, "Cecily" in Lily & Will, an adorable hooded vest made up from chocolate pinwale cord all lined in Moda's snuggle in cream, and "Isabelle" made up in Lily & Will. Also, in a few photos Abby is wearing a cute little crocheted cap that I made for her out of yummy chocolate brown chenille yarn with a pink satin bow laced through it and then tied in a bow.

I have to say...It was freezing outside and Abby was NOT happy with me at all. In fact most of the photos I shot are of her glaring at me and of her saying "Mom...I'm freezing!"and of her goofy toothless grin...can you believe she lost another tooth yesterday!?  Don't worry, we didn't stay out for too long. In fact we were back in the car and all toasty within 10 minutes or so and on the way home Abby requested a milkshake so she must have not been that cold if she wanted a frozen drink.

Anyway, I hope you enjoy these...even with Abby sporting a red nose! 

Dawn

5 Easy Pieces

I received the most gorgeous fabric from Terri the other day called McKenzie from FreeSpirit! I just swooned when I saw the fabulous prints and colors and was instantly inspired to make all kinds of separates that could mix and match together..kinda like my version of Granimals...remember those??? I started off with my "Isabelle skirt" (which will be out soon) then made a gorgeous little peasant style top  my way with pretty puffed sleeves and a beautiful satin bow that ties in the back. Then my latest creation "Cecily" which is so stinkin cute...and so versatile. It's a sweet little pinafore top with ties on the sides...LOVE it!!! That pattern will also be coming soon! Then Abby needed a fun little pair of pants that could mix with these pieces so I whipped up a pair of fun little trousers....finally one of my favorites...a little swing top made from a gorgeous large print which really showcases the design. I also plan on making a black feather wale corduroy bubble skirt and "Brooke" to go with all these cute pieces and maybe a few more as well. I really love that these all look so cute together. After I took these pictures this afternoon and I was going through them I couldn't help but think "Oh my goodness...she is really growing up. Where is my little girl?" BTW...she gave all of these pieces a big two thumbs up and said "Mommy, I really love these...they are Funky!"

Dawn

Spring Has Finally Sprung!!!

Can you believe this weather??? This past weekend was amazing and now I have Spring fever. I got started early this morning with a new outfit for Abby. I was inspired by an outfit I saw a while ago so I decided to do my version of it. I am super pleased with the way it turned out, so I think I just may have to make a few more of these to add to her wardrobe.