Friday, September 17, 2010

Sewing through the Decades: 1950-1959

They took a break on this challenge because summer was just too busy, but now the kids are back in school, there is a hint of fall in the air, and it's time for the 1950's! Yea!


This picture was one of the inspiration and idea links that a Lemon Squeezy Home had posted for the 1950's. I knew immediately it was a sign that I should finally make this dress, which I had bought the fabric for more than a year ago...



I love the 50's style of full, twirly skirts, peter pan collars and attention to details like piping.  


"Mom are you done taking pictures?"


Then my son wanted in on the fun of "dressing old-timey" and came up with this ensemble...

"The Bobby-Soxer and the Square"




These kids just melt my heart!


This dress is also excellent for twirling!


Even for those who are less than graceful...


I am just lucky to have such an adorable model. She makes everything I make look good!

7 comments:

Emilie said...

What I want to know is when are you making your patterns available to those who need such things as patterns?

The dress and the kids are simply darling. I'm sure Jake with LOVE that comment

Amanda said...

So cute! I love the photo of the kids on the swings!

Troy and Lisa said...

Those pictures are adorable!!!

Christie // lemon squeezy home said...

The dress is amazing! And the pictures are adorable. You did a great job. So talented! Thank you for sharing!

Cole's Corner said...

How cute! I LOVE your dress!... and your kids are precious.

Natalie said...

That may be the cutest dress I've ever seen!

Unknown said...

HI, she looks wonderful in that dress.