Have you ever sewed up the Oliver + S Popover Sundress? I’ve made several versions of this sundress every year for my daughter. It’s a fail-safe pattern and I couldn’t have come up with anything more simple and classic! Plus, you get to show off some cute fabric! 
It’s a free pattern from 2 to 8 years, so whatever stage your girly is in, chances are you can whip this sundress up in a matter of a few hours. I think this makes a great base for a dress if you want to go crazy and add some elements and features to make it your own. I found the dress runs true to size, giving the wearer a roomy frock that’s easy to run and play in.
I got the fabric from Spoonflower in the cotton poplin option. It’s called Take the Detour Route and was the winner of the Urban Sightings contest. I love it! It’s soft and the color is crisp. This was my first time using fabric from Spoonflower in a garment, and it was awesome...just pricey! The poplin is soft and easy to work with and I would recommend it if you don’t mind the cost.
The working ties are easy to handle and are just the right length…not like some that are too short or too long, these are perfect. 
Do you have a favorite free dress pattern? Do tell!
7 comments:
Your sundress is just too cute!
I think my favorite, currently is simplicity 1890-- it's an a line dress that really fits my little girl!
So cute! I love this pattern too. I have also made the matching dolly dress.
I just printed it out and plan on giving it a try this week! Thanks.
cute! I have this pattern printed already - in my to sew pile (lol)... but today my mom has my girl... maybe I'll sew!
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I didn't know this pattern yet - how cute! I love your version of it :-)
Thank you so much for this post. I want to let you know that I posted a link to your blog in Creative Busy Bee Craft Inspirations, under the Page 5 post on Aug. 18, 2012. Thanks again.
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