Thank you for your wonderful web store! I purchased insertion from your store to combine with old laces I already had to create a wonderful dress for my soon to be 7 year old daughter, Carlen.
After 17 hours of sewing, I've completed it! It is special because it uses lace, buttons and sewing techniques from 3 of Carlen's great-grandmothers. The bulk of the lace comes from her great-grandmother, Fanalou Carlen, some lace and sewing technique from her great-grandmother, Karin Adams; and buttons from her great-grandmother, Grace Post. The pattern is called "The Victorian Drop Waist Dress" by Ginger Snaps Designs and the fabric is imported 100% cotton Swiss batiste. The slip is ivory poly-cotton broadcloth, which helps create an antique look with the old lace.
She's tried it on now and seems to enjoy prancing around in it. We've already discussed the fact that when she wears this dress, she won't be able to play on the church playground! I plan to have a wonderful portrait taken of her wearing it - I have to hurry before she loses her two front teach! And of course she'll use it for her Easter dress this year (and Christmas - I'll get a red sash!).
It's been a blast making it - hope you like the photos!
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