I’ve used this pattern four times now. That’s what I call good value! Stella has just begun wearing the view F version I made for Clare back in 2007, and it looks so sweet on her that I decided to pull out the pattern and make another one.
Once I pulled out the pattern pieces I discovered that I’d originally sewn this in size 5. Stella is four years old and is skinnier than Clare was at the same age, but she’s taller, so I made size 5 again. It should fit her for a couple of years. It is rather loose across the back at the moment.
The bodice fabric is Kaffe Fassett quilting cotton, and the skirt is stretch denim. The ric-rac trim was crocheted by me, using Kate’s pattern. I attached it with a straight stitch around the front and bottom hem of the skirt and across the front seamline.
This really is a delightful pattern. Unfortunately it is out of print – if you’re looking for it I think you’d need to scour eBay or Etsy – or choose something similar. It’s also a fast sew.
Gorgeous dress, but more gorgeous kid!
It looks fabulous. So wonderful. And the crochet ric-rac such an awesome finish. YAY!
How gorgeous is that kid!
LOL, she’s so cute. Crocheted ric-rac, wow you go girl!
Gorgeous dress. I love your fabric choice. I’m very impressed with your ricrac. I really must learn to crotchet.
Very sweet Lara, the trim makes it and is a lovely combination of your talents, to say nothing of the cute kid you helped ‘make’ too!