Happy Days Dress

Recently (and when I say recently I really mean about a month ago..shh)  I had the honor of testing the Happy Days Dress by Mandy K Designs.  This dress looks so professional with the collar and button down front. ( I used Kam snaps for mine) And all those pleats! The easy instructions walk you through the pleating process.

And Look how Cute that bow is!! This pattern has options too! You can go sleeveless for hotter weather and you can leave off the collar if you prefer. The pattern also gives directions to make a simple skirt with out all the pleats! How awesome is that!

I knew as soon as I saw this pattern that it was going to be perfect for back to school.  It will be great for those little girls who have to wear uniform colors and be in dress code. The pattern also give you clear instructions if you need to make the skirt longer. 

After I tested the pattern in the size 2 above I just had to make my other daughter one for back to school. It was a really hard decision picking out the fabric though. We are lucky enough to not have to have uniforms, so I really wanted to use a pattern that she would love. So I chose this Frozen fabric.

 Now I personally don't care for the Frozen fabric. I really think they could have made a much prettier fabric with the movie characters...But they didn't and  when I saw the "hard to find" material available I jumped on the band wagon. My daughter loves it and thats all the matters right!

This pattern is available in sizes 12mo-12years and is rated as a beginner pattern. If you follow the directions carefully and maybe use snaps instead of buttons, I really think an advanced beginner can pull this off. The bodice is completely lined and if you choose to do buttons you will have all those button holes to make.

I would like to Thank Amanda from Mandy K Designs for allowing me to be part of her testing process.

You can pick up her pattern here.

Until Next time.... Happy Sewing!

Raechel