Spring Sewing for Karlie

I have been so absent from my blog that I forgot how to log in today. That's pretty sad. I have been sewing though, and wanted to share the two latest things that I made for my niece Karlie.

This Knit tunic had been cut out since last Fall, but didn't get sewn up until last month. I cut the sleeves short so that she could wear it now. It is McCall's 6785, view B without the hood, in size 3. I had to use a contrasting neckband fabric, as the original piece that I had cut wasn't stretchy enough. The leggings were purchased. The kangaroo pocket got ripped off at the corners the first day she wore it and had to be repaired, so adding some interfacing under the edges might remedy that. This knit fabric was from Joann and I think they still have it on their clearance rack. It is a stable knit and super easy to sew with. I used my serger, but it could be just as easily sewn with a zig zag stitch on a regular machine. I'm really happy with how this came out and will use the pattern for her again.

We didn't get to visit my family for Easter but I finished this dress just in time to send it back with my mom when she visited. Mom gave me a bunch of cute fabrics for Karlie, all quilting cottons. I made this one with McCall's 6684 view C. I will also use this pattern again for her as it has other variations. This was another easy project that came out super cute. I just love sewing for her and I hope she doesn't outgrow liking what I make her.