The lovely recipient of the butterfly quilt lives in one of the most beautiful cities in the world-Paris. So, I thought it would be fun to also make her a garland that she can use to announce to her friends and neighbors that the baby is here. A real fun "It's a Girl!" announcement--in a sophisticated French style. Here's what I came up with--beautiful French dresses on a satin ribbon. This simple garland would look perfect hanging on a chic Parisian door. (Well, at least I think so.)
I just used some white chipboard that came as packing material in a box. I hand sketched the dresses and then cut them out. I then traced the chipboard dresses onto coordinating cardstock. After the dresses where all cut out and ready; I embellished with ribbon, buttons, and my sewing machine.
This garland was so fun to make and I was able to do it in one evening. I love how they turned out and I think I am going to have to make about 50 more. Ooh la la!
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29 Responses to “french dresses paper garland”
Lovely OHHLALA ♥
Ahh they are really cute and like you say it is lovely to have a project you can do quite quickly and get a fab end result!
Ooh la la indeed! Tres jolie! Love them, such a good idea x
that is too cute!
that is really cute!
Cute stuff!
I love this!
Can you tell me what paper line you used?...I am dying for a turquoise and red nursery.
The paper is "Be Loved" by My Minds Eye, LLC. Here is a link to one of their sheets: http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/my-minds-eye-llc/87604-affectionate-flowers-be-loved-paper/
I think you do! Tres magnifique!
Oh I love these! I was thinking how cute it would be with a little dress shirt and knickers for a little boy! Adorable!
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That is a greta idea-simple but darling!
Love it! I'm bookmarking this for future parties and bedroom decor for my daughter. The paper you used suits the theme perfectly too. I especially love that you added buttons to one of the dresses.
The butterfly quilt is so precious and gorgeous. I love it. This garland is super cute.
I love the ribbon tutorial you did. What a great idea.
Ruth
I LOVE your Blog you are so talented and creative. You must have an amazing brain!
Thank you! Thank you! I am bookmarking this!
This is so lovely. Perfect in a sewing studio.
This is too stinking cute!!
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I love this project! Thanks for sharing!
Trudy
So cute! They would be so sweet as a garland in a sewing room!
Thanks for sharing.
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Soooooo cute!
do you mind share with the dress template that you design? :) Love how it turns out
I love this. What a fun way to announce a baby.
Beautiful garland! You've inspired me to make one too - thanks!
I'd love to have your template too if you are willing to share.
How cute is that?! What a refreshing, original idea!
sweet idea... i love that cute dress :)
:happy easter::
that dress is divine. I would love the pattern as well.
You should consider selling your template for the dresses! I'd love a copy if you're "giving" them away, but I'd be willing to pay as well! Let me know! Just darling!!
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