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Let's have a little contest. We Have A WINNER!

***We decided on Jaclyn! Her description was: "The Miss Madeline dress is as versatile as your imagination. The optional apron can be made with contrasting fabric or from a vintage handkerchief or tea towel. What a wonderful way to use Grandmas old hankies, or make your own with the exclusive bird embroidery design included.You’re sure to love the simplicity and sweetness of Miss Madeline. (on the small pattern) orYou’re sure to love the flattering, functional design of Miss Madeline. (on the big pattern)" . Jaclyn, just email me at mamacaffee@hotmail.com and let me know what size pattern you would like. ***
Do you see the part of this beautiful cover that says "description here"? Yeah...
I have yet to think of the perfect description for the covers ( there are two different sizes 6mo-4 yrs and 5-10 yrs) of the Miss Madeline pattern. What is wrong with me?? I know I want the descriptions to be basically the same with maybe one sentence that says something about what appeals to big girls or what is great about the pattern for little girls. You know, just to add a little extra selling point about that particular size range. So I have decided to hand it over to you, my sweet readers, we are going to have a little contest. Write me a description for this pattern and I will have my best sewing girlfriends help me chose which one I should use, and the winner gets a copy of the pattern when it is finished. How does that sound? Lazy? LOL! Give me a break! I have a baby who is apparently living off of my brain cells! I have a hard time completing sentences these days! PLEASE HELP THE CRAZY WOMAN! I will decide sometime by Friday morning.
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By the way, how do you like the cover? Pretty snazzy huh? My sweet friend Donella did that for me. (The same one who did my blog design too.) She is VERY good, and loves doing this for people so if you would like to get in touch with her just ask and I can give you her email address. I highly recommend her!

Comments

Anonymous said…
The timeless design fo this dress is adorable on your chunky toddler as well as on your growing 'tween. Let your little girl choose her favorite fabrics and enjoy wonderful memories as you make her a dress she's sure to love.
Anonymous said…
for. Not fo. Sheesh, I needed more sleep! LOL
LadySnow said…
Wow...I don't think I could write something good enough for you, but I can try anyway. :D

Here goes:
Vintage or Modern? Country or City Girl? It's up to you. Use a vintage hankie for the apron, or whatever you choose for a vintage and/or country look. Leave it off and use modern fabrics for a city girl.
tara said…
I wish I could help you out here but I am drawing a blank. I am looking forward to see what other come up with.
Unknown said…
I love the pattern cover. It's so eye catching and cute!

"Capture the innocence of childhood in one simple dress"
oliver rain said…
My brain is not feeling creative right now, but if I think of something I'll let you know. I love the dresses and the pattern cover is beautiful.

Thanks for your sweet comments. I've been thinking about you. I'm so happy for you and your sister. It will be so much fun to have cousins so close in age.
mamato2girls said…
I am so excited to enter your contest. I have been watching for your pattern release for a while now. I am so excited that you are so close. Congratulations! Here goes my attempt.
Toddler Envelope
“Comfort and style abound in this new spin on a classic peasant style dress. Both you and your toddler will love the optional apron that adds both practicality and charm.”


“Comfort and style abound in this new spin on a classic peasant style dress. Your daughter will love the optional apron that makes it both chic and unique. She’ll feel so special picking out fabrics and being one of a kind!”

You could also add
“Mothers will love the heirloom quality of this frock when embellished with vintage tea towels or grandmother’s antique hanky.”
mamato2girls said…
The second phrase is for the tween envelope, I just forgot to label it. Thanks!
Anonymous said…
A classic dress you'll enjoy making almost as much as she will enjoy wearing.

Easy dressing and comfy fit for babies and toddlers.

Style options galore for your growing girl.
Rebecca said…
smaller sizes:
This sweet little dress reminiscent of the olden days can be made with or without the attached apron. Your little one will love wearing it almost as much as you enjoy making it.

older sizes:
This sweet little dress reminiscent of the olden days can be made with or without the attached apron. By using vintage or modern fabric styles, the possibilities are endless and sure to please.
Anonymous said…
Ok, here is my go~

Miss Madeline is a classic peasant style dress offering many design choices. The dress can be made with the customized apon or without. Use vintage tea towels, hankies, or coordinating fabric.
The choice is yours! Hand embroidery designs are included in your pattern purchase.

Pattern size 6m-4yrs~
Dressing baby and little girls has never offered so many design choices for creative Mama's.

Pattern size 5-10yrs~
Young ladies have never had so many design choices in creating one of a kind dresses that all of their friends will love!

Miss Madeline pleases the girl in all of us!

ps, congratualtions your new little one and your sister as well! So many fun times ahead!
Michelle said…
A classic peasant dress that appeals to girls of all ages. The optional apron is a fun fashion twist for the older girls and a functional accessory little girls will use to carry around all sorts of goodies.
Anonymous said…
How about:

"Buy this cool pattern, yo!"

(You know you love me!)
Unknown said…
Baby/Toddler: A sweet, classic dress with many options for altering, your imagination being the limit. Simple style makes it easy to get on and off your little girl.

Big Girl: A sweet, classic dress with many options for altering, your imagination being the limit. Your young lady will feel like a princess.(or...trying to find another good descriptive word, but hard after an 8 hour shift and it being 1:30AM...LOL!!)

Tara (sewsomething)
Rose and Ivy said…
I'll give it a go! It's a gorgeous pattern- I love the cover design.

"A sweet and simple dress which the fussiest of little girls are sure to love. The optional apron is a whimsical addition which would suit any occasion."
Marie said…
"Little Miss Madeline" is reminiscent of what little girls used to wear in the olden days. Pull Grandma's vintage hankies out of that cedar chest and showcase it on the apron of this classic peasant dress or embroider your own sweet birdie design (included!). This timeless dress is classic, yet comfortable, and is sure to meet the "twirly and girly" requirements of any little princess!
Anonymous said…
Recreate the elegance and charm of yesteryear with this simple yet surprisingly elegant peasant dress. Your little prairie girl will be comfortable enough in this dress to roam the countryside, while looking as fresh as a daisy in this lovely vintage design.
Anonymous said…
"Sweet, simple dress, easy to make and fun to wear!"

Love you new pattern! Looking forward to making it. Gail
Anonymous said…
I really just re~worded your description~ :)

The Miss Madeline dress is as versatile as your imagination. The optional apron can be made with contrasting fabric or from a vintage handkerchief or tea towel.

What a wonderful way to use Grandmas old hankies, or make your own with the exclusive bird embroidery design included.

You’re sure to love the simplicity and sweetness of Miss Madeline. (on the small pattern)
or

You’re sure to love the flattering, functional design of Miss Madeline. (on the big pattern)

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