Popover Sundress by Susan of Living with Punks

Today we have Susan with us. Susan’s blog cracked me up the first time I came across the name – because as a fellow mom of boys (though not twins!) I totally get how you want to (and often do) call your kids punks. Or in my case sometimes worse things. 


Hi guys!  I’m Susan and I blog at Living with Punks. I’m a mama to 3 punks that I love to sew new and cool things for…I’m always on the hunt for unique fabrics that will be appealing to my ever-growing kids.  I think fabric selection is key when you are trying to stuff your kids into handmade garments.  Creating clothes and sharing tutorials is a passion of mine, but this time I’m introducing you to an old fave, the Oliver + S Popover Sundress!  I’ve made several versions of this sundress every year for my daughter.  It’s a fail-safe pattern and I couldn’t have come up with anything more simple and classic!  Plus, you get to show off some cute fabric!

It’s a free pattern from 2 to 8 years, so whatever stage your girly is in, chances are you can whip this sundress up in a matter of a few hours.   I think this makes a great base for a dress if you want to go crazy and add some elements and features to make it your own.  I found the dress runs true to size, giving the wearer a roomy frock that’s easy to run and play in.

I got the fabric from Spoonflower in the cotton poplin option.  It’s called Take the Detour Route and was the winner of the Urban Sightings contest.  I love it!  It’s soft and the color is crisp.  This was my first time using fabric from Spoonflower in a garment, and it was awesome…just pricey!    The poplin is soft and easy to work with and I would recommend it if you don’t mind the cost.

The working ties are easy to work with and are just the right length…not like some that are too short or too long, these are perfect. 

I hope I’ve inspired you to make a few of these sweet dresses this summer!  I already have a few more cut for the season.  You can always follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest to get my latest blog posts  :).  Thanks for having me Melissa!


Thanks Susan! While you’re looking around Susan’s blog, make sure to check out her Floor Pillows (on my to-sew list) 

And another sundress, her Bandana Dress

And don’t forget to come back tomorrow and see what Jessica of Craftiness is Not Optional made!