Saturday, April 26, 2008

Blue, not White Topstitching


I'm sure you are dying to know what I decided on the topstitching of Ellen's skirt, right? Well, probably not, but I'll tell you anyway. Thank you to each of you who left a comment to help me decide.

After reading your comments, I was gung-ho set on using white thread; I thought it would look fabulous. Both Cindy and Jessica asked what Ellen liked best, so I decided to ask her. Ellen's first reaction was "No way, Mom! I do not want white thread. If you have to top stitch, do it in blue." I tried convincing her, and she started to waver. Okay, I was being a bit persuasive in my arguments for white topstitching... and I started to feel guilty. :-)

As you can see, I ended up using navy blue thread for the topstitching. I'm happy. Ellen is happy. The skirt is happy. Happy days are here again. Yes, I'm being silly, but I am pleased with the way the skirt came out. I know that Ellen will get a lot of wear out of it.

Ruth





6 comments:

  1. Looks so good!

    I can't believe how grown-up Ellen looks in these pictures. I almost thought she was Katie.

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  2. This skirt is so nice and Ellen looks so great in it...

    I like the marine topstitching... great solution...

    Warm regards

    Andrea

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  3. The skirt looks great and Ellen looks darling.

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  4. Ellen looks fantastic in the new skirt!!! Glad she was able to help you decide. She'll wear it more since she likes it!!! Can't wait to see your new skirt!!!

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  5. That looks so nice. Is that top a skimpy top layered over a t-shirt? My girls like tops like that but I can't let them wear it alone. What pattern is that skirt. I looks very flattering on your daughter.

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  6. AnonymousMay 14, 2008

    she looks lovely - very feminine.

    sarah, london, uk

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