Did you all see that 217 dresses were made for the Dress A Girl Around the world sew along?!! That is awesome. Although, there were a ton more dresses that I loved, here are a few of the beauties...
Dress #7 for Dress a Girl Around the World, 2. vintage flower pillowcase dress, 3. IMG_3721, 4. Pillowcase dress # 2, 5. Dress a Girl Around the World, 6. Dress-a-Girl #5, 7. Dress, 8. Last one!, 9. Reversible Pillowcase Dress"
I just love the thought of 217 girls getting a dress. Great job Vanessa! The whole thing was so fun and I feel really fortunate to have been part of the planning and help. As a big THANK YOU to all the friends who participated (or if you are still planning on making a dress!) I made a coupon in my big cartel shop for 30% off all my patterns. That means each pattern is only $4.20! Enter the coupon code DRESSAGIRL to get the deal. This will last for one week from today, March 17th to next Thursday, March 24th.
In other news, I am busy busy busy sewing up items for the Handmade arcade that I will be part of on April 16th.
My sister is coming to help me! I am not the best at "production" sewing so the seam ripper is seeing TONS of action which is pretty frustrating. But, yesterday I made 20 of these and no seam ripping required!
Outside my daffodils are coming up! Remember this post? This picture is my Happy Saint Patricks day contribution!
This is the time of year where I get pretty gung ho about gardening. I am following my friend Kristi's posts about getting her seeds started. If you are interested in starting seeds for your vegetable garden, this is an excellent series since it is down to earth and simple. I have a bunch of perennials that I am going to divide and I was wondering if any of you would be interested in hearing about that kind of information? I would think sewers are interested in flowers too, right?? Let me know!
Lastly, my kids were wondering this morning where their St. Patricks day gifts were. REALLY? I guess you can't blame them for trying but seriously, are people giving gifts to kids on St. Patricks day now? Anne said, "you know, mom, just a bag of candy or something!" Sometimes I feel like saying, "Every day you are a kid with me taking care of you is a gift!" But I don't since they are actually pretty nice kids...
Looking for the winter dress offer, please share if any body have.
Posted by: wonga promo code 2012 | May 28, 2012 at 08:35 AM
These are summer dresses do you also offer winter dresses?
Posted by: beezid | May 1, 2012 at 02:39 PM
Is this offer still available? I want to buy few of them.
Posted by: sharper image | May 1, 2012 at 01:39 AM
I sent my dress from Sydney, Australia early this week.... hopefully it should arrive by end of next week. I didn't add my photo to the list.. I think there will be a lot more than 217 :) It was wonderful to be able to contribute!
Posted by: Angela Fichera | March 19, 2011 at 09:16 AM
Wow, thank you for the coupon code!
This was a fun project to participate in. First time ever making these adorable dresses. I was able to make 5. I wish I could have done more but I know we can always send dresses in.
You have a great blog!!
~Tammy
Posted by: Pinksparkleandlace.blogspot.com | March 18, 2011 at 11:14 AM
I followed along and made 4 dresses for Dress a girl around the world. It felt so good to ship them off.
Thank you so much for the coupon code. I've been eyeing several in your shop, so I'm going to treat myself! :)
Posted by: Nicole Scott | March 17, 2011 at 07:19 PM
Thanks for the shout out. Of course, I want to hear about your garden!
Posted by: Kristi | March 17, 2011 at 12:52 PM
Wow!!! Over 200 dresses. So, so cool. I didn't add photos of mine and I know there are a few people that are still sewing so who knows. . . maybe we'll get up to 225 or 250 or. . .
Off to write down all the entries and draw! Will post the winners soon and will let everyone know about your awesome coupon code. Thank you!
Posted by: Vanessa | March 17, 2011 at 10:20 AM