The dress-that-used-to-be-called-Frankenstein is finished. And, I can’t call it Frankenstein any more.
Now we just call it “the lace dress.” Who would have guessed all those pieces-parts would come together like this? And so cheaply–everything came from my big pile of junk except the dye and zipper for a grand total cost of $2.66!
Daughter, the memorable Sparkle Jane, looks and feels great in this dress. She didn’t want to take it off, and wished there was some sort of party or occasion worthy of the dress TODAY.
We added the pin and sash to make it not quite so grown up. She is only going-on-13, after all.
The vacuuming, laundry, mirrors and more need attention, but it still feels like a successful weekend. Yay for a new dress! (Oh, and the sewing room needs a good cleaning, too. Creativity is messy!)
UPDATE: I’m linking up to the FaveCrafts blog hop.
It really looks stunning! What a lovely dress!
A job well done!
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That’s beautiful!! I love the added pin and sash!
WOW!
the pin and sash MAKE the dress i think. i love your creativity, boldness and perseverance! all totally worth it in my book! thanks for sharing your process with us.
What a lovely dress, you did a fantastic job…and one happy gal!
What a wonderful dress! It’s gorgeous.
Excellent! The pin is extraordinary!
It turned out wonderful. The pin is beautiful, too. Great job you did.
It’s lovely! And I don’t think it looks too grown up, even without the pin and bow. Love the pin, though. That’s a great price for a beautiful new dress!
Your daughters dress turned out beautifully.
Thanks for sharing the adventure in making it.
WOW!!! I wouldn’t take the dress off either, what a beauty. I would put a cadigan over it and wear it work
lovely! Worth all the gnashing of teeth and fretting over slipperiness.
You are an amazing mom!
What a wonderful dress. Nice job!
The dress looks really pretty! Love the pin and sash!
I meant to mention earliler that I noticed dresses at Costo in the girls’ section. There were some (fuller skirts) nearly like this dress in color! So, I think it is IN!
The dress is great! Sparkle Jane should be proud! I took clothing construction in school umpteen years ago, but the only sewing I do now is piecing quilt tops. Maybe one day I’ll try sewing a skirt or dress, you have inspired me.
it is beautiful!!!! i knew it would turn out great..love the pin—very original—and the sash…and a beautiful model…now for an occasion to wear it!!!!!
Wow, it looks fabulous!!
You did a fantastic job. She looks so grown up and pretty. I love the pin.
gorgeous -doesn’t look a bit like Frankenstein
I know you feel GREAT! what an accomplishment -dress (from a few patterns), FINISHED and looking FINE.
WOW!! congratulations, just stunning. Miss Sparkle Jane looks beautiful. I love the added sash and pin. I can’t believe that stunning one of a kind designer dress cost just $2.66. I do hope you find somewhere special to take her so she can wear it.
Such a beautiful dress! And even better that you used things you already had on hand. Love the lace and the flower detail, too.
Beth
I agree! That is truly a dress worthy of a celebration! You are an artist and your sweet sparkle Jane is the best dressed girl around!
Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful! You’re a magician. Reminds me of my pre-quilting days. I combined patterns like that too.
That dress is beautiful! Good job.
What a wonderful dress and a great bargain too. I can see why your daughter can’t wait to wear it.
Oh my goodness, so beautiful. The pin is perfect!
How beautiful! This is quite lovely!