Carefree Clothes for Girls: 20 Patterns for Outdoor Frocks, Playdate Dresses, and More [With Pattern(s)] (Make Good: Crafts + Life)

Full of unhemmed edges, ruffles, buttons, and laceand above all, personalitythe garments presented in this book offer whimsical charm and practical playfulness. From simple dresses with ruffled sleeves to blouses with lace and pants with legwarmers, all of the clothes in this book are of simple construction, yet full of romantic details. Intended for girls ages 4 to 7, each garment is presented in four sizes so readers can find the perfect fit for their own little girl.

Carefree Clothes for Girls is full of beautiful full-color photographs that reflect the distinctive Japanese craft book style. Each project comes with clear, step-by-step instructions and detailed diagramsperfect for the strong beginner and intermediate sewer. Full-size patterns are included with the book and as individual downloads online at makegoodbooks.com.

Projects include:

• blouse with lace trim,

• quilted bodice dress,

• lace-trimmed coat,

• crossover tunic,

• natural cotton skirt.

Full of unhemmed edges, ruffles, buttons, and personality, the garments presented in this book offer whimsical charm and practical playfulness. Intended for girls ages four to seven, each garment is presented in four sizes so readers can find the perfect fit for their own little girl. Full-color photos throughout.

Ruffles, buttons, and lace are the perfect ingredients for little girls’ clothes; add some unfinished hems and plenty of room to run and play, and you have garments full of fanciful charm and practical playfulness. The twenty patterns in this book—from simple dresses with ruffled sleeves to blouses with crocheted lace and pants with sewn-on legwarmers—are of simple construction, yet full of the personality and details that little girls love.

With beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step instruction, and detailed diagrams, this book offers a treasure trove of whimsical outfits for girls ages four to seven. Full-size patterns are included in four sizes so that you can make the perfect fit.

Make the projects in this book and add a little bit of carefree style to your child’s life.

Junko Okawa is a hairstylist and clothing designer from Japan.