by pamelahess 29 Jun 2015

Robes for Grandchildren

These are this weeks projects. I simply could not find a toddler robe anywhere. They were all in size 6-9 months. So I dusted off the machine and made the darn things! The green/blue one is for a boy and the others are for a girl. Thanks for looking.

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by michemb 03 Jul 2015

just lovely, love your fabric choices

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pamelahess by pamelahess 04 Jul 2015

Thank you very much!

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by de105 03 Jul 2015

Nicer than any robes you could buy. Beautiful fabrics and made well.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 04 Jul 2015

Thank you!

pamelahess by pamelahess 04 Jul 2015

Thank you!

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by crafter2243 Moderator 01 Jul 2015

Looking good and on top of it you can say you made them rather then going to the store. Quality is most likely better as well. Well done.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 04 Jul 2015

Thank you so much!

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by jenne 01 Jul 2015

They look great!

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pamelahess by pamelahess 04 Jul 2015

Thank you

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by workbecky 01 Jul 2015

Great job. I clicked on each picture to see the detail. Stunning. Your grands will love. Seven of my grands are coming in a week and staying for 16 days. The final two will be coming for the last week to spend with their cousins.

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workbecky by workbecky 01 Jul 2015

I think I have that pattern but didn't realize it would fit a 3 yr old. I might have to make one. :)

pamelahess by pamelahess 04 Jul 2015

The sizes range from XXS to Large. Even though the pattern says the Large is for 24 pounds, I figure the large is about a 3 because my granddaughter is in a 2 now and weighs 30 pounds and its a little big on her. I have yet to figure out how these baby clothes pattern makers come up with their sizes. I haven't made any item of clothing yet from any of the large pattern makers that fits like it says it should. That's why I have learned my lesson and always always always make a sample out of muslin or old sheets before I make the real deal.

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by sonjapotgieter 30 Jun 2015

Wow...Stunning robes!!!Great work done...Love them

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pamelahess by pamelahess 04 Jul 2015

Thank you!

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by yvh 30 Jun 2015

These are fantastic! Love the fabrics and colors. Your work is exceptional! I bet their mom wants one now, too - I do!

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by basketkase 30 Jun 2015

All of these robes are adorable and so much better than store bought.....

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by RockyB 30 Jun 2015

Great! Nice job on these, I'm sure they will love them!

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by pldc 30 Jun 2015

Wow they are terrific, you did a great job!~hugs~

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by arlene 30 Jun 2015

Beautiful!. Keep the machine going. You did a lovely job. Much nicer than store bought.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by dragonflyer 30 Jun 2015

Wow, these are all beautiful...nice job!

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by kalamazoo 30 Jun 2015

Grand sewing! Don't let the dust gather any more! You are too talented!!
Thanks for sharing. Love the way you Incorporated the name into the first letter.
Cindy

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thanks Cindy. That was fun to do.

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by lbrow 30 Jun 2015

You have done a bang up job on these! You helped me make up my mind. I was thinking about robes for my Greats for Christmas,had even purchased a pattern,so thats what I'm going to do/Lillian

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

good for you! I made all three of mine in the largest size on the pattern (about a 3) so that they can wear them for more than one winter. The kids now are both 1 1/2 yrs old.

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by lidiad 30 Jun 2015

Wow, love them! You have done a great job, Pamela, congratulations!
Hugs, Lidia

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you Lidiad!

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by NancyBT10 30 Jun 2015

Absolutely just the cutest robes I have seen in a long time! Yes, it is difficult to find robes for toddlers. I am glad that you had to dust off your machine because I look forward to seeing more great projects of yours. By the way, what pattern did you use, or is it your own design?

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Nancy I used simplicity 3711. Its sized from XXS to L. L is probably equivalent to a size 3, and XXS is probably a newborn or 6-9 month old. It was a super easy pattern, just tedious because I added the rick rack to 2 of them. Just make sure you buy more lining than your outside fabric and pick a lining that you love. I also used the lining fabric on the pocket and the waist tie. I live in hot Florida so I made these out of lightweight cotton blends, not flannel or fleece or terry. Thank you for the complement!

NancyBT10 by NancyBT10 03 Jul 2015

Thank you so much for posting the pattern. I still have a Simplicity pattern (6255) from 1983 that I used to make many robes long ago. But, it doesn't have a hooded version and, it isn't lined. You robes are so much nicer! I live in Georgia so I appreciate your advice on using lightweight cotton blends too! I know how tedious it is sewing ric rack but it sure was worth it in your case. The robes are beautiful!

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by lilylady 30 Jun 2015

Darlin! I love them all.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by baydreamer 30 Jun 2015

Wow, these are fabulous!

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by pennifold edited 30 Jun 2015

What a fabulous job you've done on all of these Pam. They are outstanding. I love the finish on all of them, but particularly the pink one with the border edge. Just so professionally made, you are a wonderful seamstress. Look forward to seeing Arya in her gown. Love Chris

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you. I will post a picture of her in it probably later this week or next. The two with rick rack are for her and the fire truck one is Aiden's.

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by cfidl 30 Jun 2015

The are wonderful and will be well worn.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by kanny 29 Jun 2015

So glad you decided to make the gowns they look fabulous

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by highlandermom 29 Jun 2015

These are excellent.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by vickiannette 29 Jun 2015

nice and warm for your winter, great work

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you! Actually, they are all very lightweight cottons. I live in sunny (translation: HOT) Florida. But we do have a few colder nights in January and February.

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by noah 29 Jun 2015

Well you did a mighty fine job hugs

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you, Noah!

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by tlp22 29 Jun 2015

Outstanding! So precious. They are going to love them.Well done.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by ethan 29 Jun 2015

Great Job and great sewing talent. G

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by designgirl 29 Jun 2015

These are so cute. Your grands will love them.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by dailylaundry 29 Jun 2015

These are wonderful - you will make some little ones very happy!! Hugs, Laura*

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

Thank you!

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by babash 29 Jun 2015

These are stunning. Love the little labels you put on each one. You could sell these as there is obviously a market for this size.
Love your imagination with these.

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

thank you so much. The labels are Babyville brand. I need to order my own labels, just haven't wanted to part with the big bucks...I guess it's time thought.

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by peafarm 29 Jun 2015

Love, Love, Love these--Your pattern then? Wonderful!!

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pamelahess by pamelahess 30 Jun 2015

My pattern is Simplicity 3711. I changed it a little, in that I lined the pocket and sewed it on without having to turn it under at the hem and sides. It was a very easy pattern. Thank you for the compliment!

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