Sunday, 1 December 2013

One hour wonder

Little M was getting a bit green with envy. I always make things for Big Sis because I feel like that is a good investment of time because she will get them eventually but she wanted something of her own.

I checked out Pinterest for a trouser pattern and found this great link. It shows you how to make your own pattern by drawing around the best fitting trousers your child has and then adding a seam allowance and elastic casing allowance.

 
Perfect. 

 
The cord is a powder blue with flower embroidery and I had one metre but I think I have enough left for an elastic skirt too.

 
She was so pleased when she got in from Pre-school and saw them.
The pattern would make great PJ bottoms too.
 

 
I made a double casing, one bigger than the other because that is the size of elastic I had but I think it gives them a good finish. So what are they like on....
 

Ta dah! let me also invite you to admire the jumper too, my mum made it, isn't it gorgeous!
  
11.00am no trousers, 12.00 noon cord trousers. Superb and a perfect fit for my little skinny malinky. Jo xxxxx
 
 
 
 
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16 comments:

  1. Amy at love made my home1 December 2013 at 21:12

    Well not only does Little M look very good in these, she looks very happy about them too! Great job Jo! xx

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  2. Carol1 December 2013 at 21:31

    I think that smile says it all Jo :) well done you!

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  3. the linen cloud1 December 2013 at 21:35

    So cute ... your little miss and her new outfit are beautiful ... Bee xx

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  4. Gillian Roe1 December 2013 at 21:44

    I can't believe you made them in only an hour!!! You are too talented. I'd still be puzzling over the pattern. They are gorgeous, and so is little Miss. x

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  5. Una1 December 2013 at 21:57

    It always helps when they love their clothes.....as your girl obviously does. This is also a great way to stretch the clothing budget.

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  6. Meredith1 December 2013 at 22:46

    She looks quite pleased with her new pants.
    hugs,
    Meredith

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  7. Joy1 December 2013 at 23:08

    You've done a great job Jo and Little M looks so cute and chuffed with her new clothes. I like the embroidery on the fabric and don't need an invitation to admire your Mum's beautiful handiwork - that is a gorgeous little jumper. I'd really like one of those for myself - a little bit bigger of course!!! Hugs, Joy xo

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  8. My Garden Diaries2 December 2013 at 02:08

    Gosh! You are brilliant! And I understand having 2 girls of my own why you focus on your oldest...I do that too! But her smile says it all! They are gorgeous and this is a good reminder for me for my little Norah! All the best this week you!!!

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  9. Elisabeth2 December 2013 at 09:03

    Wow! In one hour! They look perfect on Little M especially with that lovely jumper x

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  10. Carol2 December 2013 at 14:08

    Congratulations Jo ~ I have passed on the SUNSHINE AWARD to you for your creativity and positivism. I have acknowledged you on my blog.

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  11. Laura2 December 2013 at 18:13

    The fabric you have used is just beautiful. You're little on looks great.

    Would it be possible to use the same idea of the pattern for pyjama bottoms fo you think?

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    1. Jo10 December 2013 at 10:30

      I think it is the perfect way to make littlies a pair of PJ bottoms. Thinking of doing it for myself actually! Jo x

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  12. Swallow Barn2 December 2013 at 20:53

    fabulous!

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  13. Unknown2 December 2013 at 22:59

    Look at that little dumpling! She's as happy as can be! She looks ever so stylish in her bespoke trousers and lovely jumper... Cxxx

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  14. Kristen3 December 2013 at 01:11

    You made them in an hour! That's impressive, and she looks so well pleased with them, too. :)

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  15. Deb Hickman4 December 2013 at 00:49

    Aawww, bless, she looks so sweet, an hour, that's fab. I love her little jumper too. Deb x

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