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02.03

chocolate-vanilla-strawberry

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Perfect combo, right?


I used neapolitan ice cream as my inspiration for the special occasion/party wear theme at Project Run and Play. Because what is a special occasion without ice cream?? Yep, not special.


click here to go vote!


I worked at an ice cream shop in high school. One of my coworkers once described vanilla as “the perfect flavor.” But add some pinks and browns and mmmm…even better!

Jagged layers of “melting flavors”, topstitched together made the body. I hand-drew the pattern pieces to keep the layers organic and fun. 


I had to buy cream broadcloth for this (of all things) but I already had everything else. Some vintage pink linen, a pink men’s shirt from the pile, a brown and white striped cotton, pink broadcloth, and a dark brown lace overlay made six layers of sweetness. I scoured my scrap pile, used a button from years ago and a little more vintage lace. Oh and I did buy a zipper. A big zipper. I got dark brown…think hot fudge brown ;) 

We took these pictures inside (and had a fun time doing it, as you can see) because it was way too cold outside for this little dress. The body is really sturdy because of the way I layered the fabrics, but the little sleeves are more of spring/summer wear. I made the sleeves by ruffling lace, I love how the light shows through them!


The huge bow declares this girl as the birthday girl. I love oversized elements.


I have a lots more pictures to show you later. Until then… 

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18 Comments

  1. Daffy's Dream

    02/03 at 1:44 PM

    Wow! brilliant work , she look so cute.
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  2. alliemarie

    02/03 at 4:29 PM

    Again!! You blow me away with your creations and all the charming details!!

  3. alliemarie

    02/03 at 4:29 PM

    Again!! You blow me away with your creations and all the charming details!!

  4. Danielle

    02/03 at 5:00 PM

    Super creative idea! I love all your layers but I am super impressed by how they all line up perfectly at the seams! Not easy to do.

  5. Rhiannon

    02/03 at 5:01 PM

    SO cute! Love the brown lace layer. Went and voted for you. The competition is really tough! But yours is still my fave ;)

  6. CJ

    02/03 at 5:11 PM

    SO pretty and original! I love the giant bow.

  7. CJ

    02/03 at 5:11 PM

    SO pretty and original! I love the giant bow.

  8. Stef

    02/03 at 8:39 PM

    I love these layers. So original and so pretty how they all work together. Very fun!!

  9. Danielle

    02/03 at 9:01 PM

    Seriously, this is SO STINKIN’ CUTE!!!!
    You should be so happy with this design.
    My jaw fall right open when I saw it!
    You are so inspiring!
    Danielle
    minimozblog.blogspot.com

  10. Bettina

    02/03 at 9:26 PM

    Umm. You are AMAZING! This dress is so beautiful. And the gorgeous model probably helps too!

  11. Creations By Cindy

    02/03 at 9:57 PM

    Awe…so adorable! Hugs and blessings, Cindy

  12. just jayma

    02/04 at 1:38 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE this!! I love the color combo!!

  13. McStamper

    02/04 at 4:19 AM

    Just absolutely adorable!! I love your blog and the creative projects you share.

  14. kristin

    02/04 at 5:50 AM

    Yum, this dress makes me hungry for ice cream! Danielle is right, matching up those side seams is not easy, and you did it so well. What a fun dress.

  15. projectdowhatyoulove

    02/04 at 8:43 AM

    Gorgeous, just gorgeous! I love it! BEautiful dress and she is just a lovely little lady to!

    Natalie
    http://www.projectdowhatyoulove.wordpress.com

  16. Jenny

    02/04 at 9:51 PM

    So so so cute, Kate!!! I love this dress. And your daughter is even cuter than the dress itself! What a doll.

  17. Randi~Dukes and Duchesses

    02/05 at 2:43 AM

    I just love it! And that bow .. could it be any bigger or better? Such a fabulous ensemble!

  18. The Adams Family

    02/05 at 9:32 PM

    That dress is so cute (and that cute little girl) I still can’t believe you aren’t getting more votes

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