Converting Mom’s Old Silk Saree into Cute Baby Frock – Designs, Ideas & Patterns

All of us have that old set of clothes which we unknowingly, unintentionally, unmindfully send to back row of our closets. And they stay there for ever without being noticed.

And finally when we organize the closets on one of those auspicious days, we hesitate to discard those old clothes.

If there are a few sarees in that stack of old clothes, then they do no harm at all. The bright vibrant colors never fade.

We can always lend a new look to our old sarees instead of just discarding them away.

Here, is an easy way of using old silk saree to design a cute frock for babies, toddlers and kids.

With personal preference of styling your baby’s clothing, the dress can be stitched as a long gown or a knee level flare frock.

This black color kanjeevaram silk saree with reddish maroon zari border is a unique combination that makes it stand apart.

Using the border just at the bottom of the frock and keeping a wide strip for sleeveless shoulder, the design is just perfect to be worn by a toddler. Over the boxed pleat folds, also include a sheer net cloth that is soft, lightweight, fluffy and flowy and also adds bouncy volume to the baby frock.

After sewing and finishing according to the size, create magic with embroidery threads, kundan stones (stickable or stitchable), bead chain, stone lace, zardosi, pearls, any possible embroidery materials. Bring your creativity out and make the dress more attractive.

It is all about making your very own baby dress design and pattern. The satisfaction and pride you get cannot be put in words.

Have you tried anything of this sort? Share your ideas of how you re-use your old sarees.