I have a lot of super-cute fabrics in my stash; however, making things for my 2-year-old daughter, Violet, has been on hold since she is so picky with her clothes. She will only wear pretty much the same 3 things, so I have to make sure I keep on top of doing the laundry (ugh). However, I found some cute pink and purple Spiderman fabrics on ebay that I got from Japan…something girly, but with good ole Spiderman (which my kids are CRAZY about).
And I used this AWESOME ModKid Frida pattern that I’ve been hoarding…those patterns are just my style. Not too frilly, just girly enough for me.
Fabric – I made the 4T/5T size, which calls for 7/8 yard of fabric. All but 2 of the pattern pieces are small, so this would be a great pattern for scraps! You also need some elastic for the optional capped sleeves and top of the pocket, and I used ribbon instead of fabric ties because I thought they would lay nicer. I got the Spiderman fabrics on ebay; they’re a cotton blend, so feel a little cheaper (think Walmart), but the top is lined, so I figured I’ll take what I can get. I thought the polka dot fabrics would be subtle and not take away from Spiderman.
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| Bodice Piece |
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| Assembled bodice |
There are ‘vents’ on the sides, so about a 3 inch slit from the bottom of the sleeve into part of the ‘skirt’ portion (it makes a top or a dress), which are what the ribbons on each of the sides are for. I really like this because I can imagine it being so easy to put on and take off.
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| Vents on each side |
This was a quick evening project to finish. I really think the little purple Spiderman pocket was the icing on the cake.
Conclusion – A beginner could surely make this top. It was an easy one evening project to accomplish. If you can gather fabric and push elastic through a casing, then you can do this. I loved being able to use several fabrics to make this. I was going to save this for Christmas, but I just couldn’t wait to see it on her!
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OMG, I MUST have one for Madi! How much would you charge to make one?
So cute! i almost bought this pattern today. This company makes great patterns. Happy to find another sewing blog!
What a cute and fun dress!
How can you go wrong with Spidy? She looks adorable in it.
Awesome JOb and what a Cutie-pie to model it!
i love that this is made with spiderman fabric!
I really like the design of this dress. What a fun fabric idea!
Just bought this pattern because of your great review and pictures. Can’t wait to get sewing…thanks so much!!!