I don't have much time for crafts anymore, but I still try to squeeze them in when I can! It is such a great form of therapy for me! I just need a little alone time and craft time every now and then to cope with life!
I finished this outfit today and I love it! I'm going to be making some fall skirts too! I was in a boutique the other day and Bri was wearing an outfit I had made. It led to me possibly being able to sell some of my stuff there. I just need to bring some samples in of some fall attire and talk with the head boss. Now I just need to find some time to sew some more!
I saw this tank top at Walmart for a dollar! It was made for a 24 month old and I wanted to try my hand at shirring so I picked it up! I wanted to upcycle it into a dress or shirt for Miranda.
First thing I took the shoulder straps in a little. Then I shirred for the first time. I did several rows on the front and a few short ones on the back to bring it in a little more. I then hand embroidered a little flower on the bottom. I was going to do 3 flowers and use buttons for the middle but I ran out of time! I like how it turned out! I am in the middle of doing another shirt for Miranda that has shirring too. Hopefully I'll be done with it soon so I can share it!
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So so cute! I now exactly what you mean with craft time!!!
So, did you make Bri's dress from scratch? I have seen a pattern (Sandi Henderson) that's similar, but I was just curious. I think I'm going to break down soon and buy some boutique patterns because I LOVE them and don't know how many I can duplicate myself. Anyway, cute stuff!
And how cool would that be to sell your stuff at that store! I don't even know of any boutiques around here!
Okay, so you must have done that from scratch because it is a bit different. I still love it and you are so talented. I haven't been thrilled with the dresses I made the girls--something is always a little off for me, but they work and they like them!
I know what you mean about the craft time, and trying to find the time for it. You are so talented. I am always impressed with your projects.
Sarah, Yes I made it from scratch. I don't usually use a pattern and it's getting easier to see something and be able to duplicate it, but it's never perfect! But hey, it works for me! I love Sandi Henderson's designs!
Love the outfits! And the shirring is very impressive--I love that look, but am not at a sewing level that I'd dare even try.
And the mobile is really cute--I'm getting really into the idea of making our own toys and gifts--need to try out more.
That is so darn cute! Do you think you could give me a shirring lesson sometime? I've been wanting to learn but didn't know who I could ask for help.
That looks great. Hopefully you will be able to sell your stuff at a store. That would be awesome.
Beautiful as always Erin!
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