For a very long time now I have had a pillowcase which was destined to become a dress. I have made lots of empty promises about turning it into something fabulous and now at last that time has come ::
Ta daaaa!
Of course I couldn't just have the most basic dress, no. I had to elasticate the shoulder straps and then it just had to have a ruffle. I had never made a ruffle and certainly didn't know how to attach one but thanks to Sew What! Skirts - which has been sitting on my shelf forever - I now know!
This was an unusual sewing project for me in that I didn't feel stressed about it. Usually my ideas completely outstrip my capabilities on any crafting project - but particularly sewing, and I end up feeling frustrated with the whole thing. This time, I'm feeling pretty pleased with myself. So much so that I tempted fate and asked my daughter to choose some fabric so I could make her a skirt!
This skirt was made using the tutorial from Dana Made It which has loads of other great tutorials that I must try. She does say this is the easiest skirt you will ever make and I have to agree. I have not yet forgotten the trauma of making this!
As there has been a new addition to our family lately there has been some sewing for them too, but more on that tomorrow!
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