Production Has Begun
Well, here they are. The first things to be started and completed in the green room: lounge pants for mama and the little one. Thanks to Stephen for taking this lovely picture. I was much to lazy to deal with the tripod. I found this great flannel print at a deal I couldn't pass up. However, I feel as though I should be headed out the door to one of my junior high sleepovers. That was about the last time I wore flannel printed pants.
I completely guessed on my pants. I traced a well-loved, comfy pair of sweats I wear almost daily (the lady at the fabric store thought I was nuts for doing this. "What? You don't use a pattern??!"), adjusted the rise a bit and ended up with a pair that is mildly comfortable. Next time I have to remember that my behind is a bit bigger than I thought.
The little one's turned out perfectly and are long enough to last through next year I hope.
She got quite the kick out of seeing mama putting her matching flannel pants on. I could tell she wasn't so sure she wanted to "share" pants. But after we both ran around the house a bit, she was willing to accept this new matching game. (I can't say matching will be a normal occurrence around here.)
But they're comfy and they're fun. They'll get a lot of use from us on our lazy Saturdays.
And a big thank you for all the kind and enthusiastic responses to yesterday's post. I really do love my new room and I'm so glad you are all fond of it too! I promise to keep you updated as the room finally is finished.
Great pants Erin. I adore the squirrels, my friend used the same flannel for her daughter's pj's. cute!
Posted by: natasha S | January 03, 2008 at 07:03 AM
That flannel really is cute. It's very Erin. See you this afternoon!
Posted by: rhea | January 03, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Aww, you guys look so cute! I have the same print as well. I was going to use it for pants for my little one, but my mom wants me to use it for a bag for her. :) She works for the US forest service, so that is only right!
Posted by: Melissa | January 03, 2008 at 09:22 AM
Oh this print is great! I made Sam a pair of sock monkey pj pants for Christmas eve and never thought to make a pair for me. These turned our great.
Posted by: grace | January 03, 2008 at 09:27 AM
Oh my-lanta... that shot of both of your legs and your feet just melted my heart! It's so adorable!
Posted by: Meredith | January 03, 2008 at 10:36 AM
LOVE the flannel print... I'm guessing you found the same 2$/yd deal I did... I already made a scarf with it but maybe pajama pants would be nice too, the little one looks adorable in hers!
Posted by: kate | January 03, 2008 at 11:05 AM
So cute, matchy matchy! The picture of both your feet is so sweet!
My daughter asked me to make her pajama pants today,
I think I will be sewing them for the whole family this weekend.
I never use patterns either :)
Posted by: Nicole | January 03, 2008 at 11:34 AM
Very cute! That fabric must be popular...my little guy has some pants made out of it also!
Posted by: Emilie | January 03, 2008 at 12:05 PM
I ADORE that fabric! I want some! Oh, man, it's cute! As are your photos. Adorable in every way.
Posted by: Grace | January 03, 2008 at 12:35 PM
I have 3 yards of that fabric sitting here too. I love it so much I'm afraid to use it for anything, lol!
Posted by: Annie | January 03, 2008 at 02:12 PM
Very cute Erin. I think I'd never wear "proper" clothes again if I had some of these!
Posted by: lina | January 03, 2008 at 06:16 PM
Ok, so am I the only one that has not seen the adorable squirrel fabric? How could I not have seen the squirrel fabric! My 4 year old is the squirrel in his preschool class and I thought I knew of every squirrel fabric out there. Please, please tell me where you got it!!
Posted by: Mrs Hammerwig | January 03, 2008 at 09:51 PM
Mrs Hammerwig-It's from good ol' JoAnns :)
Posted by: Bluebirdbaby | January 03, 2008 at 10:41 PM
Thank you!! I am going to see if I can get my hands on some.
Posted by: Mrs Hammerwig | January 04, 2008 at 03:15 AM
These are wonderful shots of you and the little one in your matching pj pants! So sweet! I want to make some pjs for my kiddos too.
Posted by: Ravenhill | January 05, 2008 at 02:28 AM
I love that fabric!! You two look adorable.
Posted by: amanda | January 07, 2008 at 11:48 PM