To Sew or Not to Sew

My mom can whip out the most amazing clothes and creations without ever consulting a picture or pattern.  She made every special-occassion dress I can think of as I was growing up and she and my mother-in-law just collaborated on our daughter's christening gown.  It's breathtaking.  I love that Mom could share herself with me in such a special way.  I am not a seamstress by any stretch of the imagination, but I'm considering carrying on the tradition (at least to some extent) by making our daughter's Christmas dress this year.  I'm looking for a no-sew or easy-sew pattern or idea that will fit well over our baby girl's round little belly and fluffy cloth-diapered bum.  These little kimono dresses seem to fit the bill.  So what do you think?  Do you have any experience making clothes for little ones?  Any tips? Inspiration?  Feedback on styles?



http://www.newbornbabyzone.com/baby-clothes/fabulous-outfits-for-a-baby-girl/

http://www.etsy.com/listing/32049528/christmas-dress-michael-miller-yule

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60484998/how-to-sew-a-reversible-baby-dress-with

http://www.bitsybirdie.com/servlet/the-16/super-soft-organic-cotton/Detail

http://whatdidshedotoday.typepad.com/what_did_she_do_today/tutorial/

http://www.etsy.com/listing/62271124/reversible-kimono-dress-pdf-pattern?ref=sr_gallery_7&ga_search_query=baby+kimono+dress&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&order=&includes%5B0%5D=tags&includes%5B1%5D=title&filter%5B0%5D=handmade