November 19, 2009

i made three

I am so excited Thanksgiving is next week. I love traditional turkey and traditional stuffing and pumpkin anything that I can get my hands on! I am getting hungry just thinking about it. Well, with all the baby nesting going on, I still can't forget my little girls and the fact they need Thanksgiving outfits. I decided to make something simple for each girl.

True gets this little number, but she is a tad disappointed that they are fake pockets. True loves pockets, but I guess what little kid doesn't like a teeny compartment to hide their treasures in?!! Note to self: make True something with lots of pockets.
changed neckline


Brave's jumper is made of an old wool vintage skirt, that no longer fit me. She is so excited to have a new dress that when I try it on her she keept twirling and twirling that it was hard to figure out where to put the buttons as she refused to stay still.
brave's thanksgiving dress


And just in case baby does decide to make an appearance in time for some turkey, I made a little layering piece that would go over some onesies and leggings nicely. Then, when the weather warms up she would be able to still wear this, assuming she stays petite for a long time like her two big sisters.
baby's thanksgiving jumper


All three dresses were taken from these two books. Now, I don't read Japanese, but I used the pictures to help me guess along the way and I am way too lazy to cut out the patterns from the book myself, but the pictures are really so helpful in figuring out the shapes and pattern.
lovely books
So as my good friend Heather asked me... yes, I am still gathering twigs and ruffling feathers and no baby has come yet. Though, these contractions have been more frequent and some quite intense, but just not intense or consistent enough. My "thing to-do before baby comes" list is almost done. I think I may actually take a break from any kind of sewing today, as I have done so much this past week. I have laundry to put away and organize and a hospital bag to get ready. What do I pack again? I seem to have forgotten this time around.

Next list to tackle is my Christmas sewing list. I need to plan that one out. Hmm... now I am thinking, do I need a Thanksgiving dress? But who knows what shape my body will take next week. Bump or really soft? I won't worry about it.

Have a great Thursday and I promise to share what my Benny and the girls did for me tomorrow. Let me just say that it completely ROCKED!!!

20 comments:

  1. Ok,you just totally keep rockin with all the great stuff you make! I love your blog b/c I know that you will always surprise us with your creativity..you always up the anty on your crafts...it just keeps getting better and better....make a book!! :) Can't wait for the surprise tomorrow...everyday I look forward to your posts!!!Those dresses are beautiful...can't wait to see them on the girls!Your blog always brightens up my days!

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  2. oh my goodness, those are the cutest dresses, so happy and proud! you must post a thanksgiving photo of them in them! good work :)

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  3. Very cute dresses...if you have the time you should make a Thanksgiving dress for yourself. Take a lot of pictures and I love reading your blog.

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  4. You are SOO talented! I don't know how you do it. Very inspiring :)

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  5. OH MY I LOVE THEM ALL BUT BRAVES IS SO SO SO CUTE...AND THE NEW BABYS...ADORABLE :) HAVE U THOUGHT OF ANY NAMES YET? I AM HAVING A WITTLE GIRL AND CANT WAIT TO BUY SOME CAKIES FOR HER HAIR

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  6. those dresses are adorable! especially the plaid!

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  7. We're having our fourth in May, and I had the exact same feelings with number 3: didn't know what to pack, didn't remember what exactly to expect, was just ready to have him here and start with the playing! Maybe that part starts sooner with each one, because I totally am already ready for #4 to be here and gurgling... Love those dresses, and feeling more inspired to make outfits for our three for next week!

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  8. Those are super cute! I sort of want one in my size. haha!

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  9. those dresses are just gorgeous - you'll definitely have the most stylish kids around that's for sure. For one heart stopping exhilerating moment, I thought that your title referred to children rather than dresses,and that you were announcing No. 3's arrival!! Looking forward to hearing about your treat from B and the girls. x

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  10. love the dresses!!! how do you still find the energy? I had zero energy in the last few days of my pregnancy.

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  11. Those dresses are just adorable! I especially love the plaid jumper! So sweet! :)

    Be sure to stock up on disposable dishes and silverware for those first couple weeks after the baby comes! Last hting you want to do with "free time" is dishes ;) Lots of prayers for a safe and easy labor and delivery! :)

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  12. cute Ruby! They look awesome!
    I have the adult version of this book if you want to borrow it.

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  13. Pack some clothes for the baby to wear - that completely escaped my thought process when packing my bag for No 2!

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  14. Just found your blog and I absolutely love it! These dresses are beautiful! Makes me want a baby girl and the ability to sew :)

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  15. all three are beautiful!!! so cute brave twirling and twirling!
    cannot wait to hear what benny and the girls did for you.

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  16. Why do Japenese always make the most amazing books/stationary etc. I love the look of them. Have a great weekend.

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  17. I must say what an inspiration your blog is! You've got a great eye and lots of talent. And a beautiful family to boot. Best wishes in the next few weeks. It's sure to be a memorable Thanksgiving! :)

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  18. Those dresses are very nice. I bet they all will look lovely in them!

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  19. what are the titles of the books? i would love to get them. adorable, beautiful job!

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