She looks so cute in her little dress. It's the perfect length for running around with a swimsuit underneath. Otherwise, she really should be wearing leggings underneath. She's always showing her (albeit ridiculously cute and neon) underwear.
Find out how to whip one up for your toddler after the jump.
MINI TEE-DRESS REFASHION
For this project you will need:
- 1 t-shirt at desired length (I used a women's size small)
- 1 t-shirt that fits your child
- sewing machine
- scissors
- pins
- seam ripper
Turn your large tee inside out, match up the side seams and lay flat on the ground. With the small tee as a guide, mark out the size of the neckline. Sew a straight stitch down the entire length of the front of the tee. Sew about 3-5 inches down the back. Be sure to reinforce your stitches.
Center your pleat along the back and stitch the pleat flat. I usually stitch in the ditch or along any visible seams. Trim excess fabric off the front seam. Lay seam allowance out and sew along either side of the seam. This will create a finished look without having to take apart any of the finished edges.
Lay the child's tee atop the large tee, mark the new side seams about 1/2 inch away from the small tee. Straight stitch along that line. Reinforce your stitches at each end. Trim of excess fabric
turn right side out and lightly press out all seams. Cut sleeves to desired length and finish. You could do a traditional hem with double needles or leave the edges raw as jersey doesn't fray.
Enjoy!
