Spring Outfits

hello everyone! now recently, its started to become rather hot here in Britain. (yesterday, it was 23 degrees celcius! i know for some people thats not hot at all, but for England thats VERY nice !!)

My sylvanians were moaning on to me about how boiling they were in their heavy, clumpy winter outfits, so it was only right to try and make some more light pieces of clothing!

Since it was so sunny, the Fresian girls (Annabelle, Daisy and Pixie), Wanda Waddlington and her children, Camelia Periwinkle and Cherry Periwinkle decided to go on a picnic in the garden.

I really enjoyed making these outfits, especially Pixie's dungarees. She loves them too, especially the fabric. I have never made dungarees before, but was up for the challenge entirely. i used clasps as the hooks to keep her whole outfit together.

I actually made Cherry's dress using an old cotton shirt scrap piece, and the collar is from the hem.  I thought that since cotton is a very breathable fabric, it would make a lovely skater dress. I also made a hat for Cherry using old felt scraps. I cut out a circle of white felt with a circular hole in the centre, and sewed on pinched green felt for leaves. On top, I sewed a folded piece of red felt to make a rose. I think using a colourful green and red on the hat really contrasts the white of the dress, which adds life to the whole outfit.

I knitted Camelia's piece. I also made her a hat like Cherry's with a blue flower to match the colour of the knit. She was the first character I made an outfit for, and I have to say I really do adore this one! even though it may not be as airy as Cherry's ,  I think it is really original and sweet- which suits her personality. She really likes the stripes (to which I am glad) and comments to me daily on how she adores her new frock!

I really hope you liked these outfits, and maybe they gave you some inspiration for your sylvanians.
Lots of love, Emily xxxx