Off she goes!

Our little princess is taking off for a 5 day trip to visit a skete with her godmother.  Meanwhile, mommy has been busy finishing up a few sewing projects, some skirts to work and play in at the skete, and a new dress.  I found Pink Fig patterns just last week, and had to make this sweet peasant dress and kerchief for her.  I have never tried shirring before, and I love it!  I admit I have been a sewing snob in the past, using mostly heirloom techniques, but I have learned that if I am going to keep up with sewing for 3 girls, I need to learn some shortcuts!  Not to mention, as the little princess gets older, I have even more desire to continue sewing for her as the selection of reasonably priced premade clothing does not encourage a young girl to grow into a young lady :)  So, I am always excited to locate a fun pattern for an older girl that she likes and I still consider sweet.   I don't recommend this pattern for a beginner seamstress though, as there are a few gaps in the instructions, and some corrections I had to make, but if you are comfortable with sewing, these patterns look like a lot of fun.

Another favorite around here is the twirly skirt.  What little girl (or big girl for that matter!) doesn't love a twirly skirt.  Here are a few I made for work and play.  So, she is ready to head out, bursting with excitement, next time I think I might have to go too!