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Shandeh
02-23-2009, 12:44 PM
My step-granddaughter's birthday party was this past weekend. I had several things in progress for her, but none of them were close to completion. So, I went searching online for some quick-knit ideas.

I came up with a couple things, and took everything I would need to make them with me on vacation in the mountains.

First, I made these little slippers, using Lion Wool-ease Thick & Quick.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3635/3303015973_6c8731feec.jpg

They only took about 30 minutes to make. :thumbsup:
Here's the free pattern: http://blog.innerchildcrochet.com/?p=319

Next, I got to work on the bodice for a little sundress. When I finished the bodice, I cut fabric for a skirt, and sewed it on by hand. (I didn't want to take my sewing machine all the way to the mountains.) :teehee: I was still doing the hem and adding a butterfly patch as we drove to the party on the way back home from the mountains.

It turned out nice! :wink:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3407/3303018429_012a2e6c18.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3637/3303848314_53a528ce6f.jpg

You can download the free pattern on Ravelry.
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-two-summer-sundress
It's called "The Two Summer Sundress" by Natalie Larson.
Quick and easy. :)
evona
02-23-2009, 01:19 PM
Awww! Those turned out so sweet. I just love that little dress. :muah:
margz3
02-23-2009, 03:32 PM
Very pretty - the butterfly adds such a cute touch!!
Mariblue
02-23-2009, 04:04 PM
Very pretty! :heart:
Freyja
02-23-2009, 05:09 PM
Super cute!!!:thumbsup:
ritaw
02-24-2009, 09:52 AM
The shoes look lovely and if in doubt The Sundress is an amazing pattern to make .
You have done a lovely job on this dress Sandy . I may have to make another one soon:)

I hope you had a great time on vacation :)
sue in canada
02-24-2009, 10:20 AM
The sundress is very pretty and the slippers looks very cute and comfy.
twoxover
02-24-2009, 10:24 AM
they are sooooo pretty!!!!
MrsP
02-24-2009, 12:44 PM
Those are just so CUTE!! I love them!! Great job, Sandy!
ArtLady1981
02-24-2009, 03:20 PM
Oh my, how cute! Very nice work Sandy! And very nice way to combine fabric and knitting!
wezyus
02-26-2009, 12:27 AM
Gr888 creativity ...its mindblowing ...thnks for sharing
MerigoldinWA
02-26-2009, 01:35 AM
That dress is really sweet and feminine.
WandaT
02-26-2009, 09:15 AM
They turned out great! I LOVE the little sundress!! Too cute!
Shandeh
02-26-2009, 05:27 PM
Thank you all! :hug:
rachael72knitter
02-26-2009, 07:08 PM
I love that pattern. It is such a quick knit and so easy to make. Plus, cheap- I use Peaches and Cream and buy calico fabric and ribbon at Hobby Lobby for next to nothing. I have already made four of them, and I have 3 friends that are expecting twins. So I guess, if they all have girls, I'll be making 6 more of them.

Yours looks great! Love the idea of making the slippers to go with them.
mks22300
02-26-2009, 08:29 PM
Very cute!
gotta knit
02-26-2009, 08:44 PM
Neat job on the sundress. Great slippers. Way to go!
dustinac
02-27-2009, 10:56 AM
Very cute, love the dress :happydance:
TEMA
02-27-2009, 02:57 PM
Awesome dress... and the booties are so cute!
Nice job!:thumbsup:
TEMA:yay: