When I heard my sister was expecting, one thing I was determined to learn how to do was sew. I haven't tried since home economics class in 6th grade? 8th grade? Whatever, it's been well over 20 years since I've worked on a sewing machine. Even then it was learning how to make a pillow. Maybe I made a pair of shorts? It wasn't major stuff by any means.
Enter Jenilyn at Grits and Giggles. When she asked for pattern testers, I tossed my name in the hat to help - and was chosen! So here is my first attempt at sewing (with much help from mom!!).
This dress pattern is VERY easy and so adorable. It's called the Lindsay Reverse Knot dress. Jenilyn is so talented she can make her own patterns (ENVIOUS!!) and thankfully she can make them easy enough for someone like me to understand.
The straps thread through two button holes in the back and make this dress adjustable! Seriously, we made Macy's a bit on the large side so she can still wear it all summer. No problem, the adjustable straps make the bodice higher/lower where it should be and tightens/loosens around her chest area - growing room! Woop woop!
The really cool thing is you could make a dozen of these and they would look so different no one would even notice they were from the same pattern. Don't believe me? Check out some of the other testers and you'll see what I mean. Love it!
So right now I'm flying high on a success! WOOP!
So right now I'm flying high on a success! WOOP!
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