Once Dana posted The Beach Robe pattern for sale I snagged it up immediately. I already knew I was going to be making this for my niece’s birthday. Dana’s pattern only goes up to a size 4 and my niece wears a 6, so I just gave myself an extra 1/2″ all around the size 4 pattern. My niece has not tried it on yet, but I have no doubt it will fit her. I tried the robe on before sewing the arms on and it fit me (snugly of course) and it was a bit big for my 3T wearing boy. So you can adjust the pattern if need be.
I decided to put contrasting fabric inside the hood.
And on the underside of the tie. I just love that little pop of surprise!
I ended up having to purchase two large beach towels to accommodate for the larger size, while the 3 packages of bias tape still worked perfectly.
Her pattern was extremely easy to follow and I would recommend it to anyone. The only issue I had was with sewing the bias tape on the tie. For some reason I just couldn’t get the bias tape to look good on the edges. I tried and tried to get it perfect but just couldn’t. So the perfectionist in me finally gave in and left it looking a little wonky. I really don’t think my niece will notice and I’m ok with admitting defeat…this time. So lesson learned, make your tie first and don’t leave it for the morning when 3 kids are running around at your feet!
Thanks for a great pattern Dana, I forsee lots of these being made!
I decided to put contrasting fabric inside the hood.
And on the underside of the tie. I just love that little pop of surprise!
I ended up having to purchase two large beach towels to accommodate for the larger size, while the 3 packages of bias tape still worked perfectly.
Her pattern was extremely easy to follow and I would recommend it to anyone. The only issue I had was with sewing the bias tape on the tie. For some reason I just couldn’t get the bias tape to look good on the edges. I tried and tried to get it perfect but just couldn’t. So the perfectionist in me finally gave in and left it looking a little wonky. I really don’t think my niece will notice and I’m ok with admitting defeat…this time. So lesson learned, make your tie first and don’t leave it for the morning when 3 kids are running around at your feet!
Thanks for a great pattern Dana, I forsee lots of these being made!
HA! I would love to see a pic of it on YOU! Lol – totally made me laugh when I read that
Have a great Monday!
Oh it's so cute! Love the fabric lining you chose! And great job with sizing the pattern up. Love it!
. Funny image in my mind!
And yes…haha….I can't believe you tried it on
So cute!
I'll be buying this one too to make for the kiddos. LOVE!
Adorable! I need to learn to sew – such cute stuff!
I love the robe…super cute…
…also, I just voted for your skirt over at Crafterhours, it's so cute and looks so comfortable!
liZ
(simplesimonandco)
cool and cute christina….
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