Hi – it’s Trine from Groovy Baby and Mama.
May I present Wilma and the vintage Lotta Dress. Once again Marte has made an absolutely adorable pattern! The dress is easy to make – even if you are a beginner, because Marte has made such great instructions for this dress! Really, Marte – you are the master of detailed instructions. We love that!
This dress is made with vintage fabric from the 70s. I’ve chosen to do the zip back version – what can I say, I’m a zipper girl and always choose zippers over buttons whenever it’s possible.
Wilma is a slender girl. She’s just turned 7 and is a little over 130 cm tall and should probably be wearing a size 9 in length but not in width. Now, this dress is a gift for a sweet girl a little older and bigger than Wilma – but still I opted for the size 7 top as I find the dress a little roomy. And furthermore I took it in quite a bit in both sides. I also shortened the top so that it would sit more on the waist. I lengthened the skirt by about 10 cm I think.
Even though I went down a size compared to what I would normally make for Wilma the dress is still a little to big for her I think – but will no doubt fit the receiver.
When I make Wilma her Lotta Dress I will probably use size 6 or even 5 for the top part – and just lengthen the skirt.
I left out the buttons on the collar and pockets and stitched them down instead. I like this look very much.
I’m so in love with this pattern and all the beautiful details and possibilities. You are a genius, sweet Marte – and thank you so much for inviting me.
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You can buy the Lotta dress pattern in MY SHOP for only 7 euro. During the pattern tour, you’ll get a 10% discount with this code: LAUNCH-LOTTA.
You can also win a free copy of the pattern on Trine’s blog!
I’m totally in love with that fabric! It makes another beautiful Lotta!
so gorgeous Trine!!
Fabulous.
Your dress is so inspiring, as always. LOVE the fabric!