Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Pillowcase Dresses for Africa

Kristen from We Are That Family is collecting pillowcase dresses for an organization called Little Dresses for Africa. I was so inspired by her post, that I decided to make a couple to send.



I have always wanted to make a pillowcase dress and this was the perfect opportunity to do so. I decided to make two at a time and it worked out really well. I used the pattern the organization provides which is super easy.



I used fabric that I had been given by a friend rather than a pillowcase. I didn't have bias tape so I made my own using the same fabric. I had never made bias tape before and couldn't believe how easy it was to do so following this tutorial. The pockets are actually the sleeves from a woman's blouse that I got at the thrift store.



Lastly I used a decorative stitch for the hem as a way to give it a little extra touch.



I told Kristen that I would make ten of these, so I have eight more to go. I'm sure you'll see pictures along the way.

If you are interested in helping, please check Kristen's blog or the Little Dresses for Africa's blog. I just read that they are in need of boy shorts in sizes 8/10 and under. I think I'll start working on some of those too. Anyone want to join me in a boy short challenge???

Proudly linking to: Thrifty Thursday, Frugalicious Friday

make it wear it giveaways Get your craft on Thurs.

Extreme Personal Measures

9 comments:

Jenny said...

What a fantastic cause, and an adorable dress to boot. Great job all around!

found you on life as lori!

http://iheartjennysart.com

Heather* said...

Thank you for sharing this...I'm going to make a few of them and send them out ! Such a great way to share talent

Threeundertwo said...

So sweet and what a great cause! Finished for Friday will go up in a few hours. Hope to see you link up then!

Jen said...

Thank you for sharing about this project. When I found Craft Hope, I was bummed that I had missed the pillowcase dress project. Hopefully I can get one done for this project!

Michelle said...

What an adorable little dress--and for such a wonderful cause!

Roslyn said...

Bet they are fast & easy too!

Mandi Stephanie said...

such cute dresses and even better out of thrifted pillowcases and for a great cause! I would love to take part in a boy short challenge...I have 2 small boys and could use the practice :) you can find me here -
http://commonthreadskingston.blogspot.com/

Shanea said...

Wow, so cute and what a great cause. I think I would like to do a few myself. Hopefully, I will be able to make one half as cute as yours!

Unknown said...

Great idea. What a nice cause.... making pillowcase dress?? They are so much fun. And, simple!!