OK, so pattern copying would be more appropriate. I've taken a shot at copying-without-destroying-the-original again. This was a much simpler target:
I think I have several patterns which are already pretty close to this shirt, and likely could have used any of them. But the shirt had a few details I really liked: the elastic in the casing allows for a flexible fit while also stabilizing the gathers, so no more fiddling with pillowcase dress-style straps. Also, the casing is a separate piece, so a cute lace or piping can easily be inserted along the neckline.
Small details, but then I remember the crazy-popular Oliver + S Lazy Days Skirt pattern. That ribbon hem makes all the difference between an adorable skirt and a beginner 4-H project.
Here's the outcome of my first attempt. I need to change a few small things, but overall I'm happy and a lot better at drafting armholes.
It's nap time, so I'll have to get a modelled shot later, but I'll leave you with one from the first project I sewed with this fabric. Boy, they change fast, don't they? Can't say I miss the drool.
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I love this little summer top! You're getting really good - and really fast! Seems like every day you've made something new. Lucky Mia. Speaking of, I can't believe how much she has grown since that picture! Wow.
Janelle said...
3:36 PM
Hah. This has been sitting on my ironing board for days, waiting for the seam ripper.
I was looking at some pictures of Will and Mia from last year and got a little "misty," as Dad would say. How is it the years fly while a Friday afternoon can be interminable?
Kristen said...
8:18 PM
Love it! I'll have to shrink this down & try it for my baby girl arriving in late summer. I find now that I'm getting better at sewing I look at store bought stuff too and like to come up with my own versions. There's a lot more cute choices that way than with standard kid's clothing patterns!
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