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A birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit

September 12, 2017

Birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit running

It’s a cliche that time appears to pass faster as you get older, but it’s really felt like that, especially since Willow joined our family. We celebrated her second birthday last month and it feels like those two years happened in fast forward. While I miss the baby phase, I love spending time with my funny, inquisitive, joyful and determined todder.

Birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit sitting

Just before Willow’s birthday I spotted this stunning balloon fabric in the Jelly Fabrics shop and thought it would be perfect for a birthday outfit. The fabric is designed by Wcollection, who have several other lovely prints, including one with balloon animals. It’s a lovely weight jersey with very little curling at the edges. This makes it very easy to sew with, which was important as I had to sew this jumpsuit in a hurry and finished it with less than an hour before we left for a holiday in Devon.

Birthday balloon fabric jumpsuit

Birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit close up 2

I was looking for a pattern that would make the most of the large scale print, and have been itching to make up the Hoppe Jumpsuit by Straightgrain for a while now. The pattern was very straightforward to follow with clear instructions. There’s also a great front pleat option but I kept this one simple due to time constraints.

Birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit

Although Willow is 2 she still wears 12-18m clothes. The skinny fit option in the smallest size was perfect for her measurements and fits her really well. Even though I was short on time I couldn’t miss off the pockets. I fussy cut those so each piece has a balloon showing on it. She was a big fan of these once she noticed them.

Birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit pockets

It looks so comfortable to wear, perfect for jumping, climbing and running all over the sand. I’m sure Willow will be getting more of these, especially as it goes up to age 12.

Birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit back view

Birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit side view

The great thing about sewing for little ones though is that you don’t need much fabric. I had 1m of this balloon print and still have enough to make a top or perhaps a bodysuit.

Birthday balloon Hoppe jumpsuit close up

 

 

 

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7 Comments

  • Reply Jenya September 15, 2017 at 6:22 am

    Oh she is so cute in her new romper. This print was simply meant for this pattern! Match made in heaven indeed! I can’t believe it’s been two years either! I too miss the baby stage, but toddlers are so much fun!!

    • Reply Laura September 20, 2017 at 9:58 am

      Thanks Jenya, it’s gone so fast hasn’t it!

  • Reply CASPER September 17, 2017 at 3:26 pm

    Happy birthday Willow

    • Reply Laura September 20, 2017 at 9:55 am

      Thank you Casper!

  • Reply Sue October 15, 2017 at 4:37 pm

    Wow, It’s been so long since I have blogged, but when I opened my email which included this post and saw a little girl, I had to hop over! Congrats on your new (two years late!) addition! She’s adorable (love her pigtails!) and your sewing skills never cease to amaze me!

    • Reply Laura October 23, 2017 at 10:13 pm

      It’s great to hear from you Sue, your comment made me smile. Thanks for your kind words, she is such a character. I put pigtails in again today and she pulled them straight out!

      It’s so long since I decorated any cookies, I really miss it. I think I’ll try and do some Halloween cookies with the kids during their school break.

  • Reply Christy Johnson December 29, 2017 at 12:17 pm

    Your blog reminded me of my childhood! The idea of making a balloon print jumpsuit is fantastic. Extra points to the toddler who is spreading charm in that dress.

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