the blue blog archives: little black dress

Wee one's new little black dress! She practically looks like a model walking down the runway, doesn't she? In reality, it's nearly impossible to photograph her in anything as she's constantly in motion, coming after the camera or playing with toys. When she bent down to play with her dolly and blankie, I was able to get this next pic that shows my favorite thing about this dress. I just love how that ruffle looks when she's in her standard baby-squat. Usually, it's a rather un-ladylike pose, but it's positively delightful in this dress!

The pattern is Pink Fig's "Lily Top". I had some issues with the Olivia Top pattern I made from the same designer and this one had the same issues (it's essentially the same pattern but with a ruffle and an optional sash, so be sure to check the corrections page on her website), but it also has the same awesome style and simplicity, so it was another big success. And with the added the shirring at the chest, it has that perfect girly shape.

posted by alison at 5:34 pm | in sew pretty

Comments

Oh what a really cute dress, I love the fabric. I used to sew for my daughter all the time when she was little. Now at 13 it's not cool, although a knitted ski hat is perfectly acceptable..lol

Posted by: Laura at October 23, 2008 6:34 PM

It's gorgeous! I think it's impossible not to look ladylike in such a pretty dress!

Posted by: Dorothy at October 23, 2008 6:42 PM

This is so cute! I absolutely LOVE that black fabric! I want some!

Posted by: Bertha at October 23, 2008 10:56 PM

Oh, I really love that - but then I am a sucker for pink. And Wee One looks not so wee anymore - esp in that first picture - just adorable.

Posted by: Donna at October 23, 2008 11:04 PM

Wee One has gotten so tall! As a 6 footer myself, I'm always feeling a kindred connection to other tall girls.

Posted by: Laurie at October 23, 2008 11:58 PM

Oh that is such a pretty dress and she looks soooo cute in it

Posted by: Silvia at October 24, 2008 4:33 AM

What a model! The dress is fabulous!

Posted by: Catherine at October 24, 2008 9:20 AM

She is so cute and I can't believe how she has grown. Having a Mom who sews is a real blessing for a girl!

Posted by: Katherine at October 24, 2008 9:33 AM

Very nice !

Posted by: Carolyn at October 24, 2008 10:34 AM

That is really sweet looking! Makes me wish I had a little girl to sew for with its cuteness.

Posted by: Seanna Lea at October 24, 2008 1:07 PM

Adorable! Lovely pattern and lovely fabric!

Posted by: Alicia at October 24, 2008 4:43 PM

That's such an adorable dress! Wee one looks like a flower when she does her baby squat, heheh. I can't believe how big she's gotten! She hadn't even arrived yet when I first discovered your blog, how time flies!

Posted by: C at October 24, 2008 5:02 PM

What a lovely dress. So adorable!

Posted by: Brandi at October 24, 2008 9:56 PM

Delurking to say what a cute little dress that is. A perfect little girl dress.

Posted by: Hazy at October 26, 2008 8:20 AM