Monday, March 29, 2010

The Baby Gown is home....

I was honored to receive an order to make this Thread Christening Gown Ensemble for a sweet baby girl.
Today I was delighted to hear that the package arrived safely home and my sweet buyer was very happy. She was looking on Etsy for an heirloom keepsake for her new granddaughter.



There are over 66,000 stitches in the dress and the underskirt is completely handsewn in french batiste cotton. This is one of two patterns I have, both are from the 1950's.


I am very grateful that I learned to crochet as a young girl, by a very dear family friend, June. She took the time to teach me the basic stitches. She could crochet anything~ beautiful afghans, pillows and I just was fascinated in watching her hands move while creating so many wonderful things with a hook and some yarn.

One stitch at a time....Thank you sweet June. I hope you are smiling...

21 comments:

LDH said...

Lynn, this is the most beautiful crocheted item I have ever seen! It is truly a treasure and will become a precious heirloom! Your work and skill is outstanding.

Kindly, ldh

JD said...

Very beautiful...I'm also sure it will become a treasure...

Pat @ My Tattered Elegance said...

The work on this little gown is exquisit. I have seen a lot of your beautiful work, but this one is really over the top. You should be very proud of yourself for turning out this lovely piece of work. It is truly amazing!!
Hugs, Pat

The Quintessential Magpie said...

Absolutely precious, Lynn! Loved seeing this...

XO,

Sheila :-)

Marjorie (Molly) Smith said...

Lynn that is just beautiful, I know the new owner will cherish it for many generations.
Molly

The Rustic Victorian said...

How Sweet Lynn! I don't know how you do it!!! I'm sure it will be treasured.
Marcie

LuLu Kellogg said...

Oh Lynn....this is BEAUTIFUL! You do such lovely work!

LuLu♥

Dawn said...

What an incredible work of art. It's really beautiful Lynn. I'm sure your buyer is thrilled. I so admire someone who can crochet or do needle work. My fingers are just to clumsy!

I posted about a Special Olympics basketball tournament and thought you might enjoy it if you have time to stop by.
Hugs,
Dawn

Anonymous said...

SO BEAUTIFUL, Lynn!I know that grandmother must be a very happy customer!
Blessings, Sarita

Queenmothermamaw said...

Finally getting around to all the blogs I like. Couldn't resist looking at this beauty. How wonderful to be able to do that for others. I have my babies christening gown framed in a shadow box. Easter blessing Lynn and to all your loved ones.
QMM

Mimi said...

Hi Lynn!!!
That gown is soooo lovely!!!
I am sure it made some very sweet baby girl's special day extraordinary!!!!
I hope you see pics of her in it one day!!!!
Great job and how wonderful you did learn this a s a child!!!!
Happy Easter
hugs,
jamie

Duchess of Tea said...

Darling popped in to wish you and your family a joyous and blessed Easter.

Love & Hugs
Duchess

Vintage Inspired Jewelry said...

Wow Lynn ! that Is amazing, Have a Happy Easter...Kathi

Marydon Ford said...

Oh, MY, Lynn! This is even more beautiful than I imaged. What an heirloom for her. It is breathtaking, sweetie.

Hope your Easter was beautiful & blessed.

Hugs of love, Marydon

Linda K. said...

Oh my Lynn! What gorgeous work you have done. Words cannot adequetly describe how beautiful it is.

Hugs,
Linda

Kerrie said...

This is absolutely gorgeous, what beautiful work! Hugs, Kerrie

vicki said...

Lynn - Let me just say that this christening gown is totally magnificent Your talents are amazing and I cannot even imagine the hours that went into the creation of this heirloom! I am just blown away by your abilities!!

Thanks so much for stopping by to see me and also in posting my giveaway on your bog That is a huge favor for me and I love you for it! Keep your fingers crossed - maybe you will win!

Still thinking about your beautiful gown--

Vicki

sjmcdowell said...

Hi Lynn,

I want to tell you what a pleasure it was to meet you yesterday at our Southern Belle Retreat. Yesterday was one of the most special times in my life and I am still on cloud nine form it all.
Please come visit me at sjmcdowell.blogspot.com I think I told everyone it was Art of Mine blogspot but I was not thinking very well yesterday..ha ha!!
Please keep in touch and I with you dear lady.
Smiles and Hugs,

Susam

debbiesaenz said...

Lynn,
What a wonderful day we had yesterday at the Southern Belle GA Bloggers gathering! It was an amazing day! I was certainly blessed to have met you and many other beautiful new friends. I can't wait until next time. Thank you so much for the little sachet you made. Your work is absolutely beautiful. I will cherish it forever! We should get togehter soon since we live so close.
Blessings,
Debbie

Mary Beth @ Live. Laugh. Make Something said...

What an absolutely beautiful gown set! great job! I'm signing up for the group! I just found it by chance while hopping around BlogLand this afternoon. Please accept my invitation to drop in at my place one day this week when you get a moment! I have become a follower and hope that you will do the same...

SharDon Exclusives said...

Lynn, I absolutely love love love your beautiful work but this dress is the best so far! How adorable! I hope they will send you pictures of the baby wearing it. I enjoyed our day with the Southern Belles. I pray you did too.
Sharon