First Summer Dress of the Year!

The first home made summer dress of this year is a fact! Booking two little vacation houses for the summer last weekend makes that I'm in the mood for making summer clothes. This first dress is for my oldest daughter.


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The dress is made of a knitted shirt from which hangs a skirt made of cotton. Not very clear to see, but the skirt has pleats that are hold together by the ribbon.  You can buy the pattern at SewSet.

www.betweennapsontheporch.net

~*~

T'onna from USS Crafty and April from Angels Homestead both featured my Easter Egg!

Thanks, T'onna and April!

 

Comments

  1. Katie @ Made to be a Momma. March 20, 2013 at 1:41 AM

    How cute! LOVE polkdots! I would love have you share this at my link party!

    http://www.pincushioncreations.com/2013/03/homemade-by-you-43.html

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    1. LizMarch 23, 2013 at 9:48 AM

      Thanks for inviting me, Katie! The link to your party is already closed (sorry, I'm a bit behind with reacting to the comments :-) ), but I will link up next time! Liz

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  2. Virginia FynesMarch 20, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    THis is super cute, gives me an idea to reuse some clothes that are grown out of. Thanks!

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  3. Cutesy CraftsMarch 20, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    This is so pretty! Thanks for linking up to An Oldie but a Goodie party! - Jessica (cutesycrafts.com)

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  4. Heather FeatherMarch 21, 2013 at 12:56 AM

    So cute! I love the polka dots! It's perfect for summer!
    Thanks for linking up!

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  5. JaedynMarch 21, 2013 at 3:18 PM

    You did a great job! :) I made a similar dress yesterday and had so much fun doing it... love these comfy knit t-shirt dresses!

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  6. Shaffer SistersMarch 21, 2013 at 4:26 PM

    Seriously Cute! Love your choice of colors. Looks like it has a lot of room for movement.
    Feel free to check out our blog we have several girls sewing projects that you might like.

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  7. SueLovesCherriesMarch 21, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    So cute! I love the skeleton embellishment (always forget what they're called)!

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    1. LizMarch 23, 2013 at 9:50 AM

      They're called Sugar Skulls. Thanks for your nice comment!

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  8. UnknownMarch 23, 2013 at 3:14 AM

    So sweet! I love the stars and the colors! Any little girl would be tickled to wear this dress! Thanks for sharing it at the Rock 'N Share! Blessings, D

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  9. Sarah CollerMarch 23, 2013 at 3:03 PM

    Cute! I've just posted this week's Homemaking Linkup and would love to have you join, if you'd like.

    Blessings,
    Mrs. Sarah Coller

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    1. LizMarch 23, 2013 at 3:15 PM

      Thank you! I just linked up to your party! Thanks for inviting me! Liz

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  10. RobinfromCAMarch 23, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Adorable dress for your daughter! What a lucky girl!
    Have a lovely weekend,
    Robin

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  11. Tim, Allyson, and kidsMarch 23, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    I love this cute dress. I actually have several (too short) shirts set aside to make into dresses.

    We'd love for you to share your posts at our Finished Friday blog party.

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    1. LizMarch 23, 2013 at 6:51 PM

      Thanks for inviting me to your party! I just linked up some of my projects! Have a nice weekend! Liz

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  12. DianeMarch 24, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    Oh, I remember the days, when I sewed for my little girl who is all grown up with children of her own. Such a feeling of accomplishment, the the garment is finished. Beautiful dress - thanks for sharing. It brought back some happy memories!

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    1. LizMarch 30, 2013 at 11:03 AM

      Thank you, Diane! I love sewing for my girls, too!

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  13. Custom ComfortsMarch 24, 2013 at 4:15 PM

    Sweet summer dress. I can't even think that far ahead, just wish spring was coming instead of more snow.
    Cindy

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    1. LizMarch 30, 2013 at 11:04 AM

      Same here (here is The Netherlands). I think this Easter weekend is even colder than when it was Christmas! Thanks for visiting!

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  14. My Creative TherapyMarch 24, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    Hi Liz!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a lovely comment! You are another skull lover I see! What an adorable dress and the handmade skull is just the perfect accent!!

    Hugs,
    Kathi
    My Creative Therapy

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  15. Katherines CornerMarch 24, 2013 at 9:23 PM

    darling! Thank you for sharing your lovely blog at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop xo

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  16. UnknownMarch 25, 2013 at 4:45 PM

    S cute. Loving the color combination. Thanks for linking up to my party!

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  17. Jessica CobbMarch 25, 2013 at 9:13 PM

    adorable! This turned out super cute, good work!

    www.domesticblisssquared.com

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  18. Alexis Tanner LaneMarch 25, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    This is adorable! I need to make something like this for my girls. Love it!

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  19. TheresaMarch 28, 2013 at 5:27 PM

    Adorable!! I love the satin ribbon giving it a pop of color. Thanks for sharing @ DearCreatives.com Hope your having a great week!!

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  20. Ladybird LnMarch 28, 2013 at 9:07 PM

    So darling! I am going to show this off tonight, thanks for linking up!

    Carlee
    www.ladybirdln.com

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    1. LizMarch 30, 2013 at 11:05 AM

      Thank you so much for featuring my dress, Carlee!

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  21. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    I love the polka dots. So cute! Thanks so much for sharing at A Bouquet of Talent. :)

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  22. Kristine@thefoleyfamMarch 30, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    I've been wanting to try this!! LOVE the pattern you picked, so pretty! THANKS for linking up to Sunday FUNday!

    Kristine -The Foley Fam {unedited}

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  23. Childrens Summer DressMay 23, 2013 at 5:27 PM

    Really like this dress, it looks great!

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