We all know Heidi's style and impeccable sewing skills from her blog Elegance&Elephants. I fell in love with her classic designs that were always wearable and unique when I saw her on season 5 of PR&P. So I was over the moon excited when I was selected as one of the designers to test her FIRST pattern.
This pattern is available starting TODAY - and believe me it is one you do not want to miss out on! This is Heidi's Ruffle Top, but the pattern includes 3 variations - Tunic Top, A line Dress, and Swing Dress. I tested the tunic top and LOVE it. The ruffles are just too cute and the pattern is fairly quick to pull together - the top pairs perfectly with leggings or shorts, and I will probably pair it with ruffled bloomers for the summer. I think the swing dress version would be awesome for Easter or just a fun flirty dress.
I have made two versions of the top so far, and want to do another one in a knit (I just love the ease of knits for my babies). My first version is all one color made form a gorgeous brick red sheet (that got holes in it ;op) - the second version is two tone and I love how it accents the ruffles even more.
I made this one using 2 vintage fat quarters that my Aunt passed along to me when I started sewing for the kids this past summer. Heidi recommends 1.25 yards for the 18 month tunic - and you should always buy based on recommendations (there is self made bias tape involved in this pattern which does eat up more yardage). Luckily I was able to just eek out this top out of what I had.
(*this was a very quick photo shoot as it was only about 30degrees out - and baby girl had NO interest in looking at me, oh well)
(*And yes, these pictures were taken pre-breaking the leg, actually on the day she broke her leg ;op)
What I LOVE about this pattern:
-the instructions are clear and easy to follow and include a TON of photos
-the design is a little modern, a little vintage, and lends itself to tons of personalization!
-this is what I would call an advanced beginner pattern so virtually anyone can try this out.
-There are THREE variations within the pattern, 3 for 1 - what an awesome deal!
-OH, and while at the mall this weekend I saw a similar top at Gap kids for more than $25 (I don't remember the price and I couldn't find it online when I looked quick this morning)... so totally current style for a fraction of the price!!!!
Check out the pattern HERE!!!
*Here are a few snap shots of the first version I made
Great job! I love how you put two different floral fabrics together! It's so cute, if only I had a girl!
ReplyDeleteI like the red version too!
I know I love the red - I need to make her another red one as this one barely fit... I did the whole thing on the serger and the seam allowance on that machine is a little too generous ;op Luckily I have plenty of the sheet left ;o)
DeleteI e-mail Heidi to test it too, but I wasn't picked up =( I really love the pictures that testers have been showing and they all look great! Congratulations and I hope she's doing better from her leg.
ReplyDeleteGreat job! It's adorable!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your version. The two fabrics you have chosen works perfectly together! Your daughter broke her leg? Ouch, poor thing!!!
ReplyDeleteHi..I was a fellow pattern tester and just love your version. I do hope your daughter is on the mend.
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