Debbie's Birthday Dress pattern from Sewpony

The Debbie's Birthday Dress pattern from Sewpony is wonderful! It was inspired by one of Suz's favorite childhood books, Debbie's birthday party. So I think this pattern was destined to be a classic!

*The pattern is on sale! Check the bottom of the post for details ;) *

My little model was rather uncooperative, so please forgive the grumpy pictures.   ; )

Debbie's Birthday Dress is a vintage style sleeveless A-line dress with two main views. View 1 has a separate bodice with trim and view 2 has a center split front, peterpan collar, and pocket. 

There is a simple one button closure with button loop in the back. I made view 1 with a few minor modifications. 

Before I forget, let me tell you that I was able to make this dress in a size 5 from a 1 yard remnant that had pieces already cut out. How sweet is that!

The pocket isn't part of view 1 but I just couldn't resist it. It is fun to mix and match different views!

I also added in some piping along the neckline, bodice bottom, and pocket. 

 I couldn't find my lovely lace trim for the bodice, so I made a pintucked panel instead. The little buttons on the front  play on the pop of red in the panel fabric. 

We decided to fly inside for a hot cocoa break...

...but the Kiki bird landed on the swings instead.

And, what do you know, now she's all smiles!

The Debbie's Birthday Dress pattern has a lined bodice but it was super easy to put together. Suz provided great directions and pictures in the pattern. And I love the way she made the bottom of the dress to keep it from puckering when it is hemmed! Genius, I tell ya!

Thank you Suz SO much for the great pattern! 

***And, heads up readers, the pattern is on sale for just $5 through the end of October!***

  It is available in sewpony Vintage's Etsy shop. You are sure to enjoy it!

And that wraps up my Kids Clothes Week sewing for fall. But I won't let that stop me. I have lots more fun fall sewing in line!

Girls Scarf Neck Cardigan; KCW sewing

So, yeah, I am totally going to do a drive by posting of some of my Kids Clothes Week sewing.

These are made from the Girls Scarf Neck Cardigan pattern from Swoon Patterns (formerly known as Paco Bean Patterns).

Enjoy! :)

The Norah Tunic

The epic debut pattern from Mouse House Creations has been released! Woohoo! And I am here to show you another version of the the Norah Dress and Tunic; further proof of the awesomeness of this pattern. ;)

This time I made a tunic version in knits! For the body of the tunic I used Michael Miller interlock knit. It is the Mod Dots by Patty Young. <3

I didn't quite have enough of the Mod Dots to make long sleeves, so, on a whim, I added a little flutter sleeve on top to tie it all in. I really love how it all came together!

The collar is a woven cotton. Mixing the two turned out perfectly. Although in the tester group this pattern turned out awesomely whether it was made from all wovens, all knits, or a mix of the two. It is truly very versatile!

 The length of the tunic is just right for an active girl. It hits right at her lower hips. That makes it long enough not to ride as she is moving around and still covers everything when she actually sits down too.

 The A-line body is also great for allowing movement and play.

Do you love it yet? Head over to Welcome to the Mouse House for more testers versions. And find out where you can pick up a copy of the pattern. With so Many options it is sure not to disappoint!

No reason to be upset; the Norah Dress and Tunic Pattern is on sale until Tuesday night! So head over and check out all the details now! You are gonna Love it!

The Sunki becomes a modern Go Go Girl Dress

So...I may have been a bit inspired by the Era Challenge on Project Sewn.

For my Sunki Dress pattern flip I incorporated 60's inspired details.

I have created a sort of modern Go Go Girl dress. *Love*

And, of course, who can have a 60's inspired dress without a wide headband scarf? For more details on the headband, and a free pattern and tutorial, see my post here.  ;)

This dress was SO fun to create! 

I started with this retro inspired floral print. Then I busted out some of my vintage notions. The zipper has a copyright date of 1963. I couldn't find a date on the piping but did you see the price printed on the label? 19 cents! Man, how things have changed!

The zipper was perfect...except for the metal teeth. So an exposed zipper it became! I attached it much like you would an invisible zipper, but in reverse. This way the metal teeth don't touch the skin. It also gave my retro dress a modern touch.

The piping was used along the side panel/ pocket, along the neckline, and on the headband.

For the pattern modifications I did away with the lapped shoulders and gave the dress a nice boatneck.

I made 3/4 sleeves with a slight bell. The pleated shoulders were a must keep though!

I also gave the pockets a little gathering and added a little flair to the skirt.

And, because who can resist dancing in a dress like this?...

 Just for fun :)