Sewing Project: Pillowcase Dress

Before... machine out, fabric ready!

Final Product!

Pretty girl sportin' her new dress!

So my mom bought me a sewing machine for my birthday this year.  Unfortunately it was two days after we welcomed sweet baby girl into the world!  I haven't done much with the machine - just repaired some baby wipes & kid's clothes.  I really want to MAKE something though.  Making a pillowcase dress seemed the obvious choice.  Easy beginner project.  Perfectly describes me.  Link to directions: http://www.aroomsomewhere.net/2007/07/pillowcase-dress-tutorial.html

My mom was in town visiting & helped me with this creation.  Honestly, after she tutored me in some sewing slang & boosted my confidence, I had no problems at all!  Not lovin' the ribbon color.  In fact, didn't "finish" it in any way in case I want to change it.  The dress will easily fit for the next year or so... it's plenty big.  Enjoy!