My four-year-old had a little jacket with a butterfly sewn on the front that she outgrew, so I made her a new one with this plain blue hoodie and some vintage fabrics. Bright, eh? The seams at the shoulders and pockets got in the way some, but I just sewed right over the shoulder seams. I left the edges raw, so it will fray a bit when washed. I think she’ll like it.
very cute!
I love it! What a lucky little girl!
That’s so cute! I love how it goes all the way across the chest. The fabric is great, too!
I really like this! Great way of decorating a plain top.
What a great idea! I think I may have to copy you on this one, looks like a fun project!
oooh, i love this! thanks for the great idea. i’ll be brainstorming on little symmetrical boy-type critters…
This is lovely ,so professional, looking, perhaps I should not say that because the things I have seen on your site all look top notch . I am a patchwork and quilter and in the past if I have had a blip!! I haveput a butterfly on to cover a design error. I love your site. I blog as cottonreel
Looks beautiful!!
That’s beautiful!!!
Adorable, what a lucky girl!
I love it!! What a great way to add interest to a plain item of clothing!
I love it! I have some old hooded sweatshirts in my “recycle clothes for fabric” pile in the basement. I will have to dig a couple out and re-purpose them.
I adore this!
Wow, this is absolutely beautiful! I’m sure we’d all love the pattern for this. :o) Wonderful color combos.
That’s really adorable! I love the fabric you picked, too!
Wow! You did an awesome job! Love your site, thanks!
Ellen,
Thanks for sharing the yummy finds. I visit your site regularly and love it. I don’t sew, knit, or crochet – but when I view your site I wish I did!!!!!
I love it! Thanks for sharing.
I ahve that sheet! The one for the larger of the wings. It’s HUGE and it’s our designated sheetfort sheet. It’s so soft, I’m positively in love with it!
great idea!
Sweet!!!
that is the most awesome thing i’ve ever seen…..
i’d like one in a mummy size!
This is so adorable! I have 2 little nieces and just may have to copy your idea!
I am a new reader to your sight and think that this is the best blog ever. You are so creative.
i love all of your work, i would have loved to have all the stuff you make for your kids when i was younger. you are the kind of mother i have always wanted to be, fun and creative. from what i can tell you have great taste in fabrics and designs and decorations. i am now addicted to your blog 🙂
Very cute idea and fun way to make a very simple, everyday item of clothing unique and special. My daughter (about to turn 4 in May) is wanting a butterfly birthday so this is a perfect idea. Thanks so much for sharing and for all the great tips, tutorials, ideas and links!