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Romper Fun


Pattern: Cynthia Rowley Simplicity 8124
Fabric: Brushed Cotton Hobby Lobby
Notions: 3/4" elastic
Total Cost:  $14
Size: XS with mods
Age: 13
Monkey Pants was insisting on a romper as part of her summer wardrobe. I wasn't getting to it fast enough so I suggested to her that this would be an easy and forgiving pattern for her to try to sew on her own as her first apparel project.  I helped her with the pattern by shortening the bodice a couple of inches and drew up some quick pockets pieces by tracing her hand. Ha ha! Because how can this pattern not have pockets?!
I once again, had to talk her into this fabric. We had passed it over many times at Hobby Lobby as crazy and psychedelic. But then I saw the light, I thought it would be perfect for this pattern. I love the way it came out. And then I wanted one too. Despite some rookie sewing mistakes like cutting two sleeves the same way, I thought she did a pretty good job.  So cute and comfy.
The last shot is always a parting shot when she decides the photo shoot is over! LOL.
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  1. TeresaNovember 21, 2018 at 8:18 AM

    She did a beautiful job! Going to sew just as wonderfully as her talented mamma.

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  2. AnonymousDecember 28, 2018 at 2:42 AM

    Pretty! This has been an extremely wonderful article.
    Thanks for providing these details.

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