My machine is back from it’s service, and has already been pressed back into duty!  I can’t quite believe how quietly and smoothly it runs now …

Another Christmas dress for Miss Clare!

This one is New Look 6613, view C without the ric-rac trim or bow but with the overskirt from view F.  I added some trim around the hem (I would have added the same trim to the overskirt but didn’t have enough in the stash).  The fabric is beautiful – it’s an allover embroidered cotton from Darn Cheap Fabrics.  The photos don’t really show it off well, unfortunately.

The square neckline is very flattering on Clare, and I love the gathered straps.

The elasticised back makes it very comfy and easy to get on and off.

 She loves it!  Yay!