Jump for Jumpers!
A Penny Pickles first: jumpers!



As you may know, I have a basic knowledge of using a sewing machine. So I've done a few things here and there, pillows, roman shades, quilts, camera straps (my newest!), costumes, pajama bottoms and last but not least dresses for Penny. In February when I posted pictures from Penny's second birthday, I mentioned how I created a pattern and dress for her. A friend from college, Lindsey, seemed to be taken with the style and asked if I would make something for hire. I was a bit nervous because I've only sewn for my kids, not to mention I can fit them as I am making it, so I know it will fit. So as I thought about it, I thought- sure, lets go for it! Lindsey gave me creative license to pick out the fabric and extras and gave me the following parameters: She had a friend due at the end of June. She has a 2 1/2 year old and is expecting her second daughter. Lindsey wanted me to make matching jumpers for the girls. She like the style of the tie straps, that way mom can adjust them based on the girls height. The great thing about these jumpers is that they can be worn alone or with a t shirt or long sleeve t shirt. You can also pair them with tights, leggings or jeans as the weather gets cooler or the dresses get shorter. So I found fabric that I fell in love with, spent about an hour and a half in the button and ribbon section of Joann's and went forth and conquered the great unknown of sewing for others.
Actually it doesn't take that long to make these dresses - its the details, like the fact that I rarely find ribbon that I am thrilled with alone, so I combine it with other ribbon to make what I am looking for - which takes time, not to mention layering buttons because I again, am not moved by what I find off the shelf, so I add buttons to one another to get the look I am envisioning.
The 3T jumper was easy, I used Penny as my guide, the smaller one though, was a combo of using the measurements of one of Penny's baby dresses and a baby doll that is pretty close to that size. We're pretty high-tech here! I am happy to report they are done, shipped and I am THRILLED with how they look. I am even pretty happy with my packaging, I added little thank you charms (thanks mom) and velum envelopes with washing instructions (thanks again, mom). I am always so taken with good packaging so I am always trying to get mine a bit prettier than bubble wrap - this was my chance!
So with out further ado, I present the jumpers:
Sorry couldn't resist the last one, I love the "rapid fire" ability of my camera that caught Penny twirling - love it!!!
Anyway - I am so proud of my handiwork and I am hopeful that Ming and her daughters enjoy the jumpers once they receive them. Thanks Lindsey for asking and taking a chance on my sewing skills.
Next up Conner's tiles - its my latest nursery piece - it will be a few days - so until then - Thanks!
5 Comments:
Very cute! And Penny is the perfect little model.
You should market these as well. You can have a deal where you buy a painting and get a jumper half price. I know I would do it!
Your camera is awesome. i love the shots of Penny twirling!
It's so cool seeing the finished product - it makes my voice go up several octaves because they're SO darn cute, esp on Penny!! Thanks for making me jealous of your rapid fire camera action - that looks fun and probably the only way to capture your ever moving kids! xoxo
That is a mighty fine jumper on mighty cute twirler. wow! she is just getting so big. The boots just complete it perfectly.
Simply precious!! What beautiful jumpers and pics! :)
Heather
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