The latest bloomers and top set

A very cute someone is getting this as a birthday present (no, it's not Mia) so hopefully her mother won't read this before her party!
I think the bloomers are the best yet and they're getting easier and faster to make. Red works so well with denim and the addition of grosgrain ribbon really adds to the look.

Gorgeous George!

Well, take a look at the definion of "a labour of love". Had I known how long this bloody giraffe would take to make I would have had second thoughts (then left the pattern in the shop and saved myself $14!). I had plans of making them as presents for friends who had new babies (and there are many imminent arrivals) but unless Jesus himself is born again, I think I'll shelve this idea. From cutting out the pattern to the final finishing touch it took around 6-7 hours. Not like the little frilly bloomers that can be whipped up in about an hour....... It wasn't difficult, it was just fiddly.

But then I feel bad for complaining because he's just soooooo cute and full of character! And I love this fabric too.

N.B - Friends, don't be put off. If you REALLY want one, let me know. But you may need to bribe me with alcohol to get through it.

And now one for the boy!

Finally! I've been meaning to make Thomas something for quite a while but girly things kept getting in the way. Anyway, here 'tis. Some board shorts in a pirate/treasure map fabric. He's quite pleased and keeps saying that Mummy made them. That I did.

The colour purple

Whilst my clothing so far has steered away from pink and purple (because that's all shops seem to want to dress girls in!), I couldn't resist this lucious velvety purple fabric. I've teamed it with a purple and white stripe to trim the bottom of the dress and sleeves.

And this one fits Mia! Who would have thought measuring before making was worthwhile...

A custom design and a dress too small!

A friend of mine already had a beautiful chocolate brown skirt with satin detailing on it and wanted something to tie it in with a brown top. It's for her little girl, Emma. So I made this little brooch which can be taken off when the top is washed. Hope she likes it!

Well, here's the definition of frustration - making a cute little summer dress for Mia and, despite the size being for 12-18 months, it's too small! Looks like someone will be getting this one as a freebie.......

Two orders filled!

I'm just a bit excited now that I've had two official orders and I've managed to fill them!

Here's one I made for my beautiful goddaughter, Emma, who is 7 months old. This will fit her in a few months time. The flower brooch is on a pin-back so can be removed for washing and when the top is worn reversed.

And here's one I made for Mia. It also has a matching hairclip.

Mia was happy to pose for the camera - but note the wooden train. She is obsessed with it and for about three days has only wanted to play with the train, nothing else.

I'm still working on my logo and getting labels made to sew on the clothes. I'm deciding whether to sell on the hugely popular Etsy which is largely US based (and therefore sells in $US) or http://www.madeit.com.au/ which is all things handmade in Australia but isn't as well known......... decisions decisions.......

My new pinafore top

Here's the latest creation - a gorgeous chocolate corduroy pinafore. It's got red spotty lining and actually can be worn both ways, although I intend this one to be worn with the ruffle on the front. It took about 2 hours and two glasses of red wine, which passed the time nicely.

In winter it's best worn with a white long sleeved top and leggings, or even over jeans.

Can't wait till Mia is big enough to fit in to it!

I've also learnt to make fabric flowers. These attach to a hairband and can obviously be worn in the hair or looped around a singlet strap and worn as a brooch.