Free pattern: Modern pieced bodice dress for little girls

Shauna from Shwin & Shwin pieced (vegan) leather, linen, and cotton to make this pretty dress for her daughter. She shares the pattern on her blog. With gathered sleeves and a full gathered skirt, it’s a classic little girl dress silhouette. But that piecing gives it modern styling, and giant pockets are a feature little girls are sure to love. Her free pattern comes in sizes 12 months – 8 years.

Click below for her free pattern:

Pieced Bodice Dress | Free Pattern, by Shwin & Shwin

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!