I love to match the girls. It drives my husband nuts.
My mom dressed my sister and I in matching clothes growing up. I remember as I got older the novelty of matching wore off and it was pretty uncool. But for now, while they are little, I will enjoy dressing them alike.
With that in mind, I sewed each of the girls something special using the same adorable Michael Miller hedgehog meadow fabric. Emma received a skirt while I made Sophie the quick change trousers (pattern by Anna Maria Horner and available in her book Handmade Beginnings).
The skirt was easy peasy. The pants on the other hand were a bit more difficult. They are reversible. I’ve never sewn anything reversible. So that in itself was a challenge. I will also admit that I am a very novice sewer. So pattern reading and following directions require a lot more attention from me. After finishing the pants, I realized that the pattern was actually quite simple. I find that the first time I make something it’s usually more difficult than the second.
Front
Back
Reverse Front
Reverse Back
The fabrics came together quite well. I love the contrasting fabrics on the bum and cuffs. So cute!!
Both of the girls have already worn their new duds (the pants had just come out of the dryer, which is why they are wrinkly). I have yet to get a photograph of them in use yet, however, they look mighty cute matching and all if you ask me!
Where the Sidewalk Ends 