Tuesday, July 27, 2010

New Skirt!

Yesterday I got to sew! And, oh my, was it glorious. I had bought this super cute this super cute greenish yellow fabric several months ago, and I FINALLY got the chance to use it.

I also got a bunch of yards of this black and white striped elastic that I love. I used it on a skirt for myself as well (but I haven't taken photos of it yet). I bought it for something like 50 cents per yard, so of course I got a ton of it.

The elastic is three inches wide, so I decided to sew the fabric on top of it to make it appear thinner.

This might be my favorite thing I've ever made for Lucy.

A friend of mine also suggested that I sew a big fold into the back so that I can let it out as Lucy grows. So smart! Even if it starts to get a little short, she can always wear leggings under it.
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27 comments:

  1. BecJuly 27, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Oh my gosh, you are seriously the cutest thing ever, JJ! And so is your little girl. And so is the skirt. And the elastic. And the t-shirt dress. And the lion head. And everything else you've ever made. Seriously.

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  2. UnknownJuly 27, 2010 at 11:12 AM

    I LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where'd you get that elastic?!?!

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  3. kristinJuly 27, 2010 at 11:12 AM

    adorable! i'd love to make that for my little one. where did you find the pattern?

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  4. JuliePJuly 27, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    I want one! :) Love it!

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  5. *jjJuly 27, 2010 at 11:32 AM

    I got the elastic at the SAS fabric by the pound, and I made up my own pattern for the skirt.

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  6. Mandie JoyJuly 27, 2010 at 11:40 AM

    Hi JJ!

    What a precious little girl you have. She is a natural little model.

    I just wanted you to know that I am taking your music with me as I move to Uganda. I've already begun working on translating some of your music into Spanish so that I can share it with my Mexican and Honduran friends...and soon you will be famous in Uganda as well.

    Mandie
    www.mandiejoy.com

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  7. AnonymousJuly 27, 2010 at 11:57 AM

    I've found these knit hats to be super cute, and from the things you posted right up your alley.

    here's a link to a pattern that I found etsy, but there are tons out there.

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/52211536/pdf-rolled-brim-beanie-with-flower?ref=sr_gallery_39&ga_search_query=flower+knit+hats+pattern&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&order=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

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  8. Marissa July 27, 2010 at 12:24 PM

    oh its just too adorable! and Lucy is beautiful in it :)

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  9. AnonymousJuly 27, 2010 at 1:13 PM

    I love it!

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  10. NepperessJuly 27, 2010 at 1:14 PM

    Seriously adorable. Love it!

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  11. CandyJuly 27, 2010 at 1:20 PM

    You are so talented! This is adorable and Lucy looks so dadgum cute in it.

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  12. Amber NoellaJuly 27, 2010 at 1:32 PM

    I really want to learn to sew (with a machine!) So I can do that!

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  13. Krystle PorterJuly 27, 2010 at 1:42 PM

    WOW! I LOVE it :) Don't you have an etsy shop?? You should totally make a few more and sell them cuz I'd love to buy one for Ellie!

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  14. Charsbeads4uJuly 27, 2010 at 2:34 PM

    It's adorable JJ!!! You're little Lucy should be a child model...she is gorgeous!!! =)

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  15. kristenJuly 27, 2010 at 3:23 PM

    I love that fabric! Can you make that same skirt in my size? I'm jealous.

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  16. Jessica and Deric MIllerJuly 27, 2010 at 3:25 PM

    I agree with Krystle, I'd totally buy one for Sophi!! So cute!

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  17. AnonymousJuly 27, 2010 at 8:04 PM

    *gasp!! Lucy is getting so BIG!! She def looks like a toddler now... and I LOVE the skirt! You are such an inspriation

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  18. UnknownJuly 27, 2010 at 9:21 PM

    Sew impressive! [audience groans]. Sorry, could not resist. Excellent perspective on the photos as well, though several images on your blog show as broken links (might be something on my end, though). Thanks for sharing!

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  19. MaryJuly 28, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    I love it i love how you can sew anything that you put your mind too:) also i love driving in the car singing your songs it makes me feel happy inside.

    -Mary

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  20. The Barrett FamilyJuly 28, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    JJ, so darn cute! I love it.

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  21. J.BlackJuly 29, 2010 at 4:16 AM

    Such a cute project! love the fabrics. I have a pending project at home for my two nieces that I need to finish sewing. I love creating with a sewing machine! You do a fabulous job :)

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  22. Andrew and AiméeAugust 2, 2010 at 12:11 AM

    I love the skirt and it looks perfect on your little girl! I hope to get into sewing this year for my little one and your latest posts are totally inspiring!

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  23. UnknownAugust 3, 2010 at 8:39 PM

    Oh thank you!!!! I'm calling them tomorrow to order some :) I'm making a skirt soon with some great antique fabric I found and that B and W elastic will be perfect! I'll post photos once I'm done!

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  24. UnknownAugust 7, 2010 at 11:27 PM

    hi Jj:
    I REALLY want some of that B and W elastic for a skirt I'm sewing next week... by chance, if you go there, and wouldn't mind picking up a yard for me? I'll pay you for shipping and all... but I cannot find it ANYWHERE. I even called SAS and they will not ship to me :(
    call me:
    (559) 917-4368

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  25. amber@SAHM's musingsAugust 11, 2010 at 6:23 PM

    precious skirt for a precious little girl. enjoy your blog and your music :-)

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  26. MariLynnAugust 12, 2010 at 11:51 AM

    I like how the black and white elastic looks with that fabric. Your daughter looks so cute in it!

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  27. MariaMay 16, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    SHe is adorable! I love her skirt!!! Because of you, I'm going to learn to make my own clothes!

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