somehow it's been almost a full year since i made my first sunki. i *might* have mentioned in that post that a sunki dress for B was on the horizon... but it's possible that i got no further than tracing and cutting out the pattern. in a size 2/3. which no longer fits. harumph. start over...
B's sunki is fit for a whimsical girl who loves learning! between the constellations (fabric by Lizzy House for Andover Fabrics) and the alphabet (fabric from type by Julia Rothman for Windham Fabrics), she's probably more set for storytelling than learning, but we think that's good too!
i made only a few slight changes to the pattern (in a size 4/5). first, i had a little rookie zipper mistake moment - only shorten your zipper from the bottom, folks! - so, i added this little tab with a snap.
instead of folding up the bottom to hem the dress, i added a contrast hem facing. i finished it with a double line of top-stitching (a la the Oliver + S family reunion dress).
the dress is nearly as cute as this very-nearly-five-year-old (when did that happen??) girlie. seriously, though... this one is trouble. just look at that face. sweet one second, and up to mischief the next. we're in for it.
and then something fab happened!! the very supremely awesome Shelley of Figgy's said to me... "do you want to give away a pdf sunki pattern to go with your post?" so i said, "hell yeah! that would be fabulous!" yup. that's exactly what i said (well, typed).
so guess what?? giveaway!!
the all-important "how to win" details:
this giveaway is open to everyone. if you are a "no reply" or anonymous commenter, include your email address in your comment so that i can contact you if you win.
giveaway closes february 20th at 8pm EST. the winning name will be drawn randomly and notified via email.
to enter, simply leave a comment (any comment!) on this post. already commented before this update? you're entered!!
if you haven't done so already, you should become a fan of Figgy's on facebook. just because Figgy's is awesomesauce :)
thanks to everyone who entered! giveaway is now closed.
Oooh I love how you used the alphabet fabric. I have some left over from my quilt and I've been wondering what to do with it!
ReplyDeleteLoving the fabric combo, and not a bad wee model too ;o)
ReplyDeleteLoving this!
ReplyDeleteI've been eye-balling this pattern for a long time. Seeing this beautiful dress has sealed the deal that I'm certainly going to add it to my ever growing collection of patterns!
ReplyDeleteRenee - ben.renee@sctelco.net.au
So sweet! I'd love a pattern ; )
ReplyDeleteLove this pattern and would love to have the pattern!!
ReplyDeletegentrynjoy(at)mainstaycomm(dot)net
Beautiful, the fabric is very pretty. I hope the random system choose me. ;p
ReplyDeleteSuch a fantastic version of this dress! I love the addition of the hem facing. Little details like that always thrill me!
ReplyDeleteThe fabric you chose is so pretty! I would love to make this dress for my little sisters.
ReplyDeleteOh wow so not only does Figgy make amazing patterns they are also really nice people. I would love to win a sunki. Beautiful dress you have made!
ReplyDeleteThat's a great pattern, and I have a number of nieces to try it out on!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like she is going to have a lot of fun in that dress!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute dress, great modeling job and awesome fabrics!!
ReplyDeleteYes! I've been wanting to try this pattern! And your dress is fab :)
ReplyDeleteI want one in my size!
ReplyDeleteYour fabric selections are awesome just like the pattern and your adorable little girl! I just finished Figgy's Scirroco dress today and would LOVE to try out the Sunki!
ReplyDeleteoh I've been wanted this pattern! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I'd love to try my first Figgy's!
ReplyDeleteSeriously stylish pattern for a seriously stylish gal! Loving the constellation fabrics too.
ReplyDeletePerfect dress for an almost school girl. I have one of those too and have been eyeing up this dress for ages. I would love to win it please! sarajspeight(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)nz
ReplyDeleteReally cute! I'd love to try this! I was already following Figgy's via FB. Thank you for the giveaway
ReplyDeletelove the tab and the contrast hem lining!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great pattern and awesome fabric choices! Your daughter looks lovely in it, I hope it gets lots of wear!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous dress! I would love to make a Sunki for my little girl!
ReplyDeleteLove all Figgy´s pattern! Your sunki is lovely!
ReplyDeleteIt's such a great, stylish pattern.
ReplyDeleteThat is a fab dres...they have one talented mommy! Thanks for sharing. Btw, the red heads in my life are all super-sweet until......
ReplyDeletethis is very cute dress!!
ReplyDeleteAwesom job! I enjoyed seeing the process on Instagram. The Sunki is on my list!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute! I bet she loves the dress. Thanks for the giveaway!
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ReplyDeletela.pantigana.pallaresa(at)gmail(dot)com
Love your blog and Figgy's patterns! Awesome giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThe pockets are fab!
ReplyDeleteI love the way that dress looks! And the model is super cute. :)
ReplyDeleteI love the way that dress looks! And the model is super cute. :)
ReplyDeleteIt looks awesome. I showed it to my girls , and they loved it too. Beautiful!
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My grands would love. Did you have a pattern? or did I miss that.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
I think it is awesome so is the model! Hope it comes in toddler sizes!
ReplyDeleteYour little is adorable. And you are right, there is mischief in them there eyes. I would love to win this pattern. I make clothes for friends all the time and they all have adorable little girls.
ReplyDeleteAdorable dress and model. Your little zipper boo-boo coverup just adds to the cuteness!
ReplyDeleteOoooo such a sweet pattern on a sweet little girl. I have two little girls in my life who would love such a dress. Many thanks to Shelly.
ReplyDeleteI love the dress and the alphabet material! Great job!
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Love the fabric! so much fun! facialsinheaven@hotmail.com
ReplyDeletei've never really made clothes before, but my body shape is really weird (hourglass, with swimmer's shoulders). nothing ever seems to fit quite right in the waist.
ReplyDeleteanything relating to sewing clothes (even children's clothes!) is super helpful - thanks!
I love the dress so cute!
ReplyDeleteI'm swooning over that constellation fabric. I've been swooning over that pattern for too long now. Lovely little girl! Thanks Figgy's for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteHow stinking cute!!
ReplyDeleteThe dress is so, so cute! I would love to make one!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute! and the dress is darling as well, hehe. What a clever idea to use different fabric for the inside hem. I'd love to give this a try. I'm already a follower of Figgy's on FB.
ReplyDeleteThank you and Shelley for a neat giveaway and a chance to win.
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That's so cute!! I love the teal blue with the purple cat leggings! :-)
ReplyDeletethis dress is adorable. i love the pockets. she looks like a handful. i loved making clothes for my children.
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I was just thinking about this pattern last night! Oooh!!! I hope I get picked. Your version is really cute.
ReplyDeleteLovely dress!
ReplyDeleteOk, ok...you know I need to try to sew clothing. And this dress is CUTe!
ReplyDeleteI really love it. I love making dresses for my girl. I love the contrast, very cute
ReplyDeleteimechard@live.com
I have had my eye on this pattern for ages. I love your version.
ReplyDeleteFiggy's is AWESOME! And so is your dress! Great work! :) Adorable lil' one too. :) Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeletewould love a copy of this pattern! love the zipper tab btw - can't tell it was a "mistake" at all
ReplyDeleteI love this pattern. I've had my eye on it for a while now. Love the fabric you used too!
ReplyDeleteThis dress is so cute! Love the fabric too. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteCute dress and model.
ReplyDeleteMy dress and skirts only girl would.love this
ReplyDeleteMy dress and skirts only girl would.love this
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