Isabel turns Five
July 14, 2009 1:09 pmMy oldest, Isabel, turned 5 this weekend! It was so hard to believe, especially with Kindergarten coming in the fall. Where does time go?
We had a polka dot themed party (as you’ll see from the dress post tomorrow). Here were couple silhouettes we made and the polka dot sign…
Then I got this idea from Jessica on Oh, So Happy Together.
We made big polka dots the same colors as her dress. I loved them so much I hung them back up in the girls’ room after we were done with the party.
Here was her present. Remember the piggy fabric from Harts? I just came up with a pattern and here’s how it turned out.
I made a zipper with a button at the top and lined the hood with flannel.
Here’s the inside with the hem tape detailing. She absolutely loved it!!
Then here’s the backpack I made her.
I added this detail to the front with a little “i” on it for her name.
The back. Originally i thought I would just buy backpack straps, but I ended up making matching ones.
Here’s a side view with the pockets.
Pocket detail
It was really fun to make both her presents this year. The backpack was fun to do because I love constructing things and I think the next time around it will be even easier because I created a pattern for it. Hope you enjoy them!
Tags: backpack, sweatshirt
Posted in children's clothes | 12 Comments »
By patricia on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
holy cow, alexis. those are amazing. i am way beyond impressed. you are a whole new level of talented!
By Melissa at perryjayne.etsy.com on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
I can't even fathom making a backpack from a pattern, let alone from scratch. Good Job. Both presents are adorable. I'm sure she was a happy little birthday girl!
By Disney on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
Wow. I am completely in awe of you. Amazing!!
By marisa on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
I recently found your site and am in awe! I am new to sewing and love that backpack! So creative!
By Tiffany on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
Love that backpack! You're amazing. Happy birthday, lucky girl.
By Rory on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
Wow! Can't wait to see the dress!!
By luvinthemommyhood on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
Every day I am amazed at what you come up with! Love it! I want that hoodie pattern please and a backpack? What haven't you made sweetie?
By Melinda on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
That backpack is gorgeous – and so much more special because Mummy made it. She'll be the envy of every other little girl
By Abby on Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
that pocket detail is so cute- great idea!
By Estelle on Jul 16, 2009 | Reply
Oh my you totally inspire me. Love the decorations for her party and her dress – amazing!
By nicola on Jul 20, 2009 | Reply
what an adorable hoodie and backpack! i bet she LOVED them!
i am with you….my oldest (who shares a similar name) will be turning 5 in a couple months and starting kindergarten. how do the years keep zipping by?
i continue to be amazed with your skills and how much you manage to get sewn with 3 little ones!
happy belated to your miss I!
nicola
http://whichname.blogspot.com
By mrshdavis on Jul 24, 2009 | Reply
i love your site! i made the bubble dress for my 2 year old daughter and one for her friend for July 4th. they were a hit! i was actually planning on making her a backpack for starting preschool this year. my hubby thinks i am crazy and should just buy it but i thought it would be more special if i made one for her. would you mind sharing your blueprint for the backpack? thanks so much again for sharing your creativity!