Ethan had a fun day as well. Even though we have had our Christmas tree up since Thanksgiving weekend, he has never once tried to touch it or the gifts that rapidly accumulated underneath it. However, once the first gift was opened, it was difficult to keep him away from the tree. Even today he is still reaching out to touch the tree and pull ornaments off of it.
Here is Elisabeth's dress without the ribbon around the waist. I guess we can attach it if she wants it on or leave it off if she doesn't. The dress seemed to take forever to make because the bodice is fully lined. I think jumpers are my favorite because they do not have sleeves or collars to worry about. However, I did put in the best zipper ever.....I pinned it, hand basted it, and then machine stitched it.....took awhile but I guess it was worth it. Elisabeth actually picked out this fabric at Hobby Lobby several weeks back. Emily chose a solid red fabric with black accents for her dress from the same pattern....but her option has long sleeves without a collar. I am not crazy about this pattern so unless she really wants it....I'm not reminding her about it.
Yesterday we had a lot of great food and fortunately almost all of it is gone. I can't eat like this every day....I would gain 50 pounds. In the last few days we have had chocolate chip cheesecake, chocolate pie, spritz cookies and all the usual Christmas dinner items. I guess I really have a post Christmas bloat!!!! No matter what....it's time to clean up the dinner dishes, let Emily sew on her new Bernina, and then play a great game of Hi Ho! Cherry-O with Elisabeth. Hope everyone had a great holiday surrounded with loved ones.
2 comments:
I like the dress with the ribbon. It give definition and a clear line between bodice and skirt. Elisabeth sure does have good taste.
Sounds like you and your family had a great Christmas!!!!
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