I just finished up Lily's Christmas dress! I used McCall's M5966 in a size 4 and it fits like a glove. I chose flannel from Anna Maria Horner's new line. It's Village Plum Path-Folksy Flannels. The top is a solid off white flannel. I had a piece of lace left over from a quilt I made years ago which I used to edge the neckline. I didn't go with red and green because I wanted her to be able to wear the dress all winter.
I have been putting zippers into dresses for years now but they have always been my Achilles Heel. This is my best zipper yet. Temporarily stitching the zipper opening closed seems to really help me. I did that with this zipper. I know that basting can never be skipped on zippers so I have always basted but this time, I basted with much smaller stitches to help keep the zipper from shifting. And I stitched a little farther away from the center back opening. I have another zipper to put into Penny's dress so I will try all these things again!
It looks lovely! I love the flannel--it's pretty and it'll keep her warm. Kudos to you on such a great dress. It looks like Lily loves it, too.
ReplyDeleteAmy, love the dress. It is precious. Lily is lovely as well. Thanks for sharing this with us. FYI, I am having a giveaway on my blog of an antique doll quilt! One week left for the drawing! Thought you would like to know!
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She is so adorable. It looks so comfy and pretty. I'll have to note that pattern down as I'd love to make one for my dd like that. Thanks for sharing that info on the zipper. I always have problems with them.
ReplyDeleteI love how it's not only a Christmas dress but can be worn all winter. Very cute!
ReplyDeleteOh it is fabulous!! and...YAY!!! I'm in...I have the hardest time getting into your blog!! I can read all of your posts in my reader..but when I try to get in and comment...."internet error"!! Now I'll be hitting all of your posts I've missed!! xo
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