Oooh la la - Refashion

While out thrifting the other day, my mom spotted this darling little dress.

Super cute, right?!

Unfortunately, it's 12mth size tag was a bit too small for my princess. We've used 18mth as twirl tops, but this one was just shy of buttoning.

I ALMOST put it back, but then....
Brain storm..... REFASHION IT!!!

I started by cutting off the black gingham sash and bow. And used my seam ripper to painstakingly remove the tulle ruffle at the bottom. I wanted something that would be cute and girly, but not so fancy for every day wear this summer.
I also wanted it to match some adorable zebra ruffle leggings I had made her.

I had scraps left from the leggings, so I added a few as "tuxedo-style" ruffles on the bodice which I then trimmed with white bias tape to conceal the edge of the ruffle knit.

I covered up the gingham left with some fun hot pink polka ribbon.

Are these Paris pooches not the cutest!!??!

For the back, where the buttons were a tad to snug....

I removed the buttons (save for later, cute buttons are always a bonus) and added zebra ribbon to tie close.

There you have it! An adorable twirl top and legging set, sure to keep my Princess comfy, cool, and cute this summer. I may even make her a little pink beret to match, just like the pooches are wearing in the print.

I encourage you to not over look cute little dresses just because they are a touch too small. You never know what you may create with a little bit of love! :)

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