I finally got around to using the twirly skirt tutorial! This tutorial has great pictures and instructions, and it would be a perfect first sewing project. All I would suggest is that you go slow and read the instructions carefully, and compare the pictures to your own project. You will find success if you are patient!
The fun part about making the skirt is that you can mix and match fabrics as you choose, to create something fun and stylish for your little gal. I lucked out and found a sheet for $1.00 at the thrift store and decided to try it with some coordinating fabric that I already had. Here is what I came up with:
After cutting, the sewing time was only 45 minutes. I definitely plan on making at least 2 more of these because Aubry loves her new twirly skirt!
She was a little tired out after our picture-taking session:
This post is part of Show and Tell Tuesday!
LOVE it! Pink suits her!
Posted by: The Woman | May 29, 2007 at 05:46 AM
very cute! Love it!
Posted by: Kara | May 29, 2007 at 06:24 AM
twirly skirts were the find of the weekend! so easy. we have several more in our future!
Posted by: heidi | May 29, 2007 at 06:25 AM
That is one super cute twirly skirt!!!!
Posted by: Karyn | May 29, 2007 at 06:26 AM
Gorgeous skirt! I love that first picture, beautiful!
Posted by: Lawanda | May 29, 2007 at 06:50 AM
So cute... love the picture of Aubry resting after your photo shoot!
Posted by: Julie | May 29, 2007 at 07:02 AM
looks great! I think this is the same sheet that I made a skirt out of about two weeks ago. Good fabric choice!
Posted by: jessi | May 29, 2007 at 07:50 AM
so sweet in pink!!
Posted by: Islandsparrow | May 29, 2007 at 08:05 AM
Oh Randi -thanks for sharing! Now that I got a "people bag" (see my blog last week) done...now I can get to sewing for the girls. Glad it is good for beginners, hopefully I won't cry ;-) 45 minutes would be a dream!
Love your fabrics and your daughter is just a doll!
Kimmie
xoxox
Posted by: Kimmie | May 29, 2007 at 08:15 AM
There is nothing in the world like a good "twirly skirt" on a summer day!
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Posted by: Early Bird | May 29, 2007 at 08:36 AM
That's really cute and your little girl is adorable. I never would have thought about using a sheet, but you certainly found a pretty one! I did make curtains and a tablecloth from sheets once. Does that count?
Posted by: Morning Glory | May 29, 2007 at 09:12 AM
You take such great pictures! The skirt turned out so cute...love the floral sheet.
Posted by: Darcy | May 29, 2007 at 09:29 AM
So adorable! It turned out great. I think I may need to make one for Girlkiddo now.
Posted by: Pieces | May 29, 2007 at 09:42 AM
funny - my girl was exhausted after a similar photo-session (in which she also fell into the flowerbed! :)
Posted by: kirsten | May 29, 2007 at 10:13 AM
did you post that tutorial last year? i think you are where i got the instructions. i made both my girls one last year. the first one i got a little too short but the second one was just right and she's still wearing it. it was a fun project. maybe i'll make another some time.
your fabric looks so cute and our daughter of course is adorable.
Posted by: melissa | May 29, 2007 at 10:48 AM
Ah....twirly skirts....my daughters used to spend hours twirling around the house and yard in theirs'...such fond memories...can't believe how mature she's beginning to look....
Posted by: Debi | May 29, 2007 at 11:08 AM
Beautiful work, Randi!! I'm making a little baby dress out of an old sheet right now, too - I can't wait to see how it'll end up! :)
Your daughter is *gorgeous*, she has an old soul, and captivating gaze ;)
Posted by: Bean | May 29, 2007 at 11:19 AM
Cute skirt! I've just got to make some for my girls! Thanks for the tutorial link, too!
Posted by: Lori | May 29, 2007 at 11:26 AM
Fantabulous!! Your sweet daughter looks pretty as a flower twirling around in her pink skirt. You did a great job!
Posted by: Heather | May 29, 2007 at 12:23 PM
Wow I can't believe the skirt was made from a sheet. How creative of you. Looks fantastic!
Posted by: Erin S. | May 29, 2007 at 11:45 PM
Adorable! My daughter loves to twirl too. Must be the age!
Be blessed,
Jenn
Posted by: jenn4him | May 30, 2007 at 07:42 AM
Cute, cute skirt! I have that one in my files to try out some time :)
Posted by: Allie | May 30, 2007 at 12:56 PM
I think you've got one lucky little girl with one talented mama. Glad to see you entered in the apronpalooza!
Posted by: Mommy Dearest | May 30, 2007 at 01:54 PM
I need a twirly skirt now - that looks like lots of fun!
Posted by: Elise | May 30, 2007 at 05:51 PM
such a cute skirt. And she is beautiful! those eyes!!!
Posted by: amandajean | May 30, 2007 at 06:51 PM
That precious skirt almost makes me want a daughter to go with my hoard of boys...almost.
You're making we have thoughts of putting to use all of those sewing lessons Grandmother gave during hot summer days. :)
Posted by: melody | May 31, 2007 at 12:44 PM
I came over from HSBA and just wanted to say Hi. :) I am so impressed with you. You are an inspiration - is there anything you aren't good at? :)
Posted by: sprittibee | February 01, 2008 at 12:33 PM