Please ignore the fact that her sweater's buttoned wrong, and that I hemmed them too long--sewing after bedtime--so we had to fold them up (still hoping to find a minute to fix that).
And I hope you'll trust me when I say they're way cuter in person!
What I like:
The goofy cute fabric. I went into Joann's one day on a mission for my mother, and couldn't walk past this sale fabric, perfect for my bird-loving Lucy (adorable little birds and peace signs). I love brown for little girls--perfect for playing in the dirt!
The pockets, made from the pockets of an old pair of corduroys that belonged to Lucy's beloved Tim (which makes them extra special to her). She likes big pockets on all her clothes, so she can have a place to stash her treasure (though I'm rethinking the wisdom of huge pockets on elastic-waist pants. Many treasures = falling-down pants!). I appliqued on some birds from the main fabric, in part to cover the old logo, but also because, when I described the pockets to Lucy, she asked if there would be birds on them (she's beginning to offer strong opinions on how things should be made).
The basic shape of the pants: wide and comfy, not too loose on her tiny-little behind.
What I don't like:
The low rise. I didn't expect them to sit quite so low. (I hate exposed bellies!) Next time, I'll add a bit more at the top.
I made these pants from a pattern in Emma Hardy's Making Children's Clothes. (Thanks, Julie!)
It was my first time tracing a pattern from a book with all those overlapping patterns, and it was a good starting place--just two pieces, no markings. The size was good, and the directions were easy and clear. I did, however, note an error in the description for how to make the elastic casing: you were to fold over 3/8", then 3/8" again, and somehow, that was supposed to leave room for 1/2" elastic. (I really hate that craft books nowadays are made so quickly that basic math mistakes like this slip right by!) That error, and my bigger casing to accommodate the elastic, might account for the too-short rise. Otherwise, I was very happy with the pattern, and will definitely be making more (the legs of those brown corduroys are destined to be the next pair).
I can't believe I finally sewed something again! I'm hoping I can keep up the momentum.
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5 comments:
Too Cute! Love that she is wearing brown. Keep up the sewing momentum.
Oh, Lise, she is just beautiful! I love the little ponytails! And the pants are great. I'm so glad you're posting again (and sewing).
Those are so cute! I think I may have to track down that book--I've been wanting to make some comfy pants for the little guy.
Those are such fun pants...and your model just looks so sweet in those pigtails!
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