Dear Sis,

I finally finished the last of the hand sewn button holes today:) William’s gown is done!

He really enjoys wearing it. It was hard to get him back out of it after pictures. He had fun squatting and watching the skirt puff up around him.

I used Elizabeth Clark’s frock pattern for children birth – 2 years. We didn’t bother with period undergarments. We’ll probably only use it twice before he grows out of it anyway! 

We used reproduction cotton and pattern options for  a smooth bodice, with an open neck, and smooth sleeves. The neck, arms eyes, and waist are all piped. The skirt is controlled with directional knife pleats.

Here is a close up of the sleeve details! The tiny sleeves are my favorite part:)

I had a few period appropriate button styles but these horn buttons were such a perfect color match I used them even though they are an 1/8 inch too large! I was hoping to fit one more button for a more period look, but alas the size made it impossible to get them placed nicely with an additional button.

We are going to an even later this month and have another marked on our September calendar. Hopefully I remember to get some good photos during all the excitement.

Love,

b