SSS’11: September 24th through 27th

This September I’m joining Zoe at ‘So, Zo…’ in a challenge to wear something handmade every day for thirty days. This post marks the seventh update of my progress. September 24, 2011 What: The Black-and-White Satin Organza Crescent Skirt Where: Around town on a lovely Saturday. This skirt is another repeat (see September 10th), but…

The Angelic Gown and the Sewing for Children Contest

I'm entering the Christening gown that I made for my baby niece into Pattern Review's Sewing for Children contest.  I unfortunately don't have a photo of my niece in the gown since she's not being Christened until September and the contest ends this month.  But, I'm not sure if I'd feel comfortable posting a photo…

An Angelic Gown

The angelic gown for my niece's baptism is finally completed.  Here it is in all of its radiant glory. This dress is long - it measures 36" from the top of the shoulder to the bottom of the lace hem.  The length was set by the pattern, McCalls M4865, and its sizing for the 3-6…

Bias Binding Penance

When I started the Christening gown, I thought it would be an afternoon project.  I even thought I'd already have my maxi dress made by now. The crazy thing is that the only thing left to do on the gown is not what should be done last - I forgot to finish the seams. Why…

A Christening Gown and a Freak Ironing Accident

  Sadly, today began with a freak ironing accident. Involving rust. The dress is now recovering, back to its crisp white, in the peaceful solitude of the shower. I'll have to wait to show you the delicate lace on the front of the blouse.  The three satin buttons, which were left over from the making…

Easily Distracted

Since I had white thread in my machine from making my maxi dress toile, I took a bit of a detour and started making a Christening gown for my weeks-old niece. Pattern: McCalls M4865 Fabric: White on White Polka Dot 99 Notions: Mokuba - White Lace, three satin-covered buttons left over from my wedding dress…