Special Order

I have been called upon to make two very special portrait dresses for two beautiful identical twin girls. Constructed of ultra fine, Liberty of London fabric. Simple A-line smock that crosses in the back, fastening with buttons. I am so excited, and these are a few pics of my work in progress...

Available in 6-12 mo and 12-18 mo for anyone that is interested, convo me via Etsy...

Gracie Lee

Just shipped off a "Gracie Lee dress" to a wee gal in Canada, hope her mommy loves it as much as I enjoyed making it for her. The "original" Gracie Lee still has to grow into hers! Gracie: 5 weeks old....

Gracie Lee dress

Fall 2008 Preview

Oh Baby, I am havin' fun. I have officially kicked off the experimentation phase of my fall 2008 collection of goodies. I am currently working on this "funnel/cowl neck" long sleeved knit top. This will be a Bella Blue wardrobe staple this fall. It will be available in long, or short sleeves. It may be buttoned all the way up, or left down for an incredibly comfy twist on your traditional "turtleneck." It has tons of "hardware," little buttons that resemble snaps like those on traditional western shirts.

Blue Belle

I have my "Happy Face" on tonight as we call it. I have been wanting to make this skirt for Belle forever. I haven't the time. I wanted more than anything for her to wear it at her birthday party tomorrow. I haven't even cleaned for the party yet, I managed to squeeze in a few hours to make this today for her. I couldn't be happier. This is how determined I was to finish this skirt for her for the party. We were both up this morning at 6 am. I was finishing the pattern on the floor of her room while she played Barbies, and I would cut in every once in a while and be the "daddy" (Ken). Then as soon as she went down for a nap, I was able to sew up a storm, very therapeutic for me with such a long week behind us. I even was able to rummage through Grandmother's button box for a special button. I hope this fits the little gal. The waist is not elastic, and has to be perfect. Belle still has such a toddler belly. She will wear the skirt with a petticoat that was my mother's when she was Bella's age. It is a little short, but who cares. It is beautiful, and appears to also be handmade. Now to decide what top she will wear with it......