I was intent on her having a special outfit to wear....I know, seems silly. But I do love to sew, and I wanted to find some time to make her something for her first Christmas. I set out for the fabric store as soon as I was off work for winter break - but I couldn't find any traditional red and green fabric that I liked. I did find this beautiful turquoise fabric with pink poinsettas on it - perfect! I love these colors together.
I got the pattern for the pants here. They were so easy - and the measurements were perfect for Natalie's size. I didn't have to adjust anything. I had envisioned ruffle pants all along, and when I saw the pattern I had to have it! I was able to make my own pattern for the top....I took her measurements and made it first with some plain white fabric that I had. I wanted to make sure I had it right before using the fabric I bought. I only purchased the bare minimum. I made this outfit with 1 3/4 yards of fabric -- about $8 worth!
Of course, I finished sewing the buttons on it ON Christmas Day. I am the queen of last-minute project these days. Including this one...
Natalie's stocking. I actually had good intentions of finishing this a long time ago. I ordered it November 1st, and thought that would be PLENTY of time to get it done. When I was a baby, my mom made me a felt applique stocking - I still have it and hang it up every Christmas. I wanted to make one for Natalie, too. I got in a little over my head - this darn thing took me about 40 hours of hand sewing and beading! I "finished" it on Christmas Eve. :) I say "finished" because it's actually not completely done. The snowman is supposed to be holding a lollipop in each hand, and there is also supposed to be a large candy cane hanging from the top with Natalie's name on it. I am hoping to get those done next before next Christmas. But, this was "done enough"...
(Natalie with her new toothbrush that was in her stocking -- one of her favorite gifts I think...)
Be back soon with more!
Adorable outfit! I'm pretty sure Riley's favorite gift was her toothbrush, too.
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