Friday, February 24, 2012

Pinafore Summer Dress

I made this cute little pinafore summer dress the other day and now I am wondering why I haven't made one of these dresses before? They are quicker and easier to make then a peasant dress. This is a great little starter dress or the perfect dress to make when you need a quick gift.

I made this one in about 30 minutes along with some matching bloomers.


I added two button holes on each strap to allow for more growth.
I used a pattern to make mine, but if you are looking for a free tutorial Smashed Peas and Carrots has a great one here.

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18 comments:

  1. LeiselFebruary 24, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    ooooo! i love that fabric! so cute

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  2. UnknownFebruary 24, 2012 at 10:43 PM

    Love the colors of the material you used. I tagged you in an 11 Random Things post! I hope you'll check it out.
    It's kind of fun.
    http://www.nestcandy.com/2012/02/11-random-things-tag.html

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  3. MelissaFebruary 24, 2012 at 11:19 PM

    I want to make one of these, but I am still freaked out by the prospect of making clothes! Yours is ADORABLE!

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  4. ChristinaDFebruary 25, 2012 at 4:55 AM

    just perfect and the model is so sweet!!

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  5. Amy FredriksonFebruary 25, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    Very very cute!

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  6. mustangkaylaFebruary 25, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    How darn cute!

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  7. VelitaFebruary 26, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    Do you mind sharing where you got your pattern from? I had actually seen smashed carrots already but my DD is too big for that one and my clothes making skills aren't developed enough to alter a pattern yet.. Thanks!

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  8. MaysemFebruary 26, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    Adorable dress! Love the fabric!

    Maysem @ odetoinspiration.wordpress.com

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  9. NikkiFebruary 27, 2012 at 10:59 AM

    Gorgeous fabric!! I love those dresses. I need to make some this summer. Thanks for the inspiration!!

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  10. marnaeFebruary 27, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Love the dress...what pattern did you use? I tried searching for one, but couldn't find one that criss-crossed and used buttons. Thanks!
    goldenbear80@yahoo.com

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  11. mustangkaylaFebruary 27, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Congrats on your adorable dress being featured at Tatertots & Jello!

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  12. ErinFebruary 29, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    I just made one of these last weekend for my niece who is due at the end of March! Well, I haven't done the button holes because they make me nervous. Maybe you could help? We must get together!!!

    Erin

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  13. christinaFebruary 29, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    erin, i would love to show you how to make a button hole. they are intimidating at first but once you make one you, your hooked!

    check out this link from a bloggy friend of mine, she is great and explains is so well!

    http://www.mesewcrazy.com/2012/01/luvinthemommyhood-new-years-resewlution.html

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  14. Courtney @ Sweeter Than CupcakesMarch 16, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    Love this in that Sis Boom fabric!

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  15. Black Shadow Stripe SuitApril 10, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    These is definitely great project. I like the fabric.

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  16. AmyApril 26, 2012 at 8:56 AM

    very cute!

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  17. LizApril 4, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    I love love love this. Cute fabric. Where can I find the pattern in 18 mo -2t? I would love to make several for my Granddaughter for the summer. Thanks

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  18. UnknownMarch 3, 2021 at 2:09 AM

    bonjour, serrait t il possible d avoir en pdf votre patron de robe pour petite fille? et vous l avez fait pour quel age ?

    Merciiiiiiiii

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