A few days earlier, we looked together at a couple of retailers' websites to see what is new for spring. She surprised me with some of her very girly choices. So when I saw this fabric from Joann's Doodles Collection, I thought I'd take a chance and make her something to wear to a tea party the next day.
The bodice is made using Simplicity 1435 because it has some nice feminine details including little puff sleeves as an option. I changed the skirt to a simple gathered skirt because I guessed she would like that better. To break up the butterfly action a little, I used a gray and white striped rayon/spandex for the sleeves and neckband. It is also from Joann's. With coupons, this dress cost $9 and I'll have enough scraps to make a t-shirt too.
Sewing success doesn't mean photography success. She makes such silly faces all the time, but I'm glad she was having fun. The tea party was so sweet and I really enjoyed seeing her so happy in a dress - even with her crazy styling choices of leggings and striped socks.
