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Violet LDS Blessing Dress from One Small Child

Our Violet Dress is just so cute! It’s the perfect LDS blessing dress for a sweet little angel.

All about the Violet…

The Violet LDS Blessing Dress is made from a soft nylon lace. It boasts a floral design and has a soft shimmer. This lace has an amazing texture that proves it’s fine quality. The jacket features puffed sleeves and Venice lace trim along the front. A satin ribbon ties at the bodice to keep it in place, atop the underdress. The underdress is a sleeveless design. A high waistline offers subtle gathering. A slightly flared skirt leaves a girlish affect. The simple design allows the pretty lace jacket to take center stage. A lovely headband features two rows of Venice lace and a pouf of raw-edge fabric flowers. So cute!

Make it an outfit…

Complete her blessing day look with a pair of adorable slippers and a pure white blanket to snuggle in. We love the Lucy Slippers with the Violet dress. The Satin Ruffle Blanket will compliment the outfit perfectly. Don’t forget a pair of sweet Lace Ruffle Socks to keep her tootsies comfortably warm. Now you’re all set for a wonderfully special event!

Maelee’s Floral Print Nursery

It’s time for another nursery! We had to share Maelee’s adorable nursery with you today! We love the easy feel of this floral print nursery. Sit back and take in all the details…

{The wall collage adds interest and fun personality to Maelee’s retreat. Don’t you love this comfy kid-size rocker.}

{Aren’t these kiddos cute!}

{Four floral prints set off the crib with a simple statement. So feminine.}

{The gold edges add a little sparkle to these floral prints.}

{A comfy window seat with a pink stripe cushion. Flanked with two closets, this nursery has plenty of storage.}

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Eternity LDS Blessing Dress from One Small Child

We love creating new baby clothes for you! Today, we get to introduce our newest special occasion dress-the Eternity. This precious A-line was made especially for our owner/designer’s youngest daughter (isn’t she adorable) who wore it for a very special religious occasion. It is absolutely perfect for an older baby that is on the move. Katy specifically designed this dress for her walking baby.

All about the Eternity…

A simple scoop neckline and A-line shape allows exquisite embroidered netting lace to steal the show. And does it ever! Embroidered netting is a very delicate, open and light fabric that’s created by twisting, knotting, or weaving threads together at regular intervals. This process creates an absolutely gorgeous lace. The lace is showcased in the elbow-length sleeves and the extended hemline. We love the modern pointed scallops! Katy selected an amazing diamond silk taffeta for the dress lining. It’s super soft and the subtle sheen is stunning. Covered buttons close at the back.

Accessorize…

The Eternity lds blessing dress includes a pretty headband. It features a hand-tied bow made from diamond silk taffeta. Raw-edge netting creates a beautiful base and adds flair. It all rests on a comfy elastic band.

Looking for more accessories to complete her look? We’ve designed a matching bonnet and slippers to complete her look. The Eternity bonnet is made from the same embroidered netting lace. It boasts a modern, slim ruffle brim with lace trim is a super feminine design. Thin satin ribbon ties comfortably secure the pretty hat at baby’s chin.

The new Eternity Slippers are made to match using the same embroidered netting lace. These pretty crib shoes are made for comfort with a cotton flannel construction. A soft elastic band is gathered into a pretty ruffle, for a little feminine flair. You can purchase the Eternity Bonnet and Eternity Slippers separately.

This gown and accessories will be available as a limited edition. This dress is perfect for any special occasion.

Purchase the Eternity LDS Blessing Dress.

Summer Mom Meme

Jello and Pudding Summer Treats

We’re loving summer here at One Small Child! One of the best summer treats is getting to spend oodles of time with the littles. Today we’re sharing some creative Jello and pudding summer treats to make with the kids via Pinterest. They’re easy for little hands to create and even more fun to enjoy!

Top: Underwater Jello Treats at BombshellBling.com | Bottom Left: Sky and Clouds Jello Treat at BigOven.com | Bottom Right: Sand Cups at rebeccamealey.hubpages.com

Dirt Cups from HighHeelsAndGrills.com | Homemade Chocolate Pudding Pops from DeliciousAsItLooks.com | Summer Sandbox Pudding Dessert at manouvellemode.com

Baby Summer Dress: Strawberry Dress Set from One Small Child

Looking for an adorable baby summer dress? This Strawberry Outfit is so pretty, and perfect for summer picnics, parties and play dates. Made from strawberry print cotton, it’ll keep her cool and comfy in warm weather. Design features include pretty puffed sleeves and a simple A-line cut. Perfect for your mobile baby, this shortie dress ends mid-thigh to upper knee. Frilly red ruffles on the cotton diaper cover peek out under the dress. Top it all off with a petite bow headband made with a thin, comfy elastic. The icing on the cake: this outfit is machine washable!

{The three-piece Strawberry set includes dress, diaper cover and bow headband.}

Making the Royal Christening Gowns by One Small Child

Today, we’re taking you behind the scenes. Here’s how the Royal Christening Gowns are made.

How it all started… After Great Britain’s little prince was Christened in 2013, we started receiving calls asking if we had any boys baptism gowns made from frilly lace. Do we offer anything a little more decorated? Can I get a longer gown? Can you make it with more ruffles? Mothers and Godmothers wanted something grand. Something monumental. Something Royal…

How we made it happen… We knew we had to answer the call to design an aristocratic christening gown. We started listing all the design elements that customers were begging for. Ruffles. Ivory lace. Very, very long. Ornate. Old-fashioned. Just like Prince George’s. So we went to work.

We selected fabrics of the highest quality. A lustrous satin-silk was the perfect base. It combines all the rich character of silk with the luster and smooth texture of satin. It’s absolutely heavenly to the touch. We topped it with a re-embroidered lace netting. What’s so great about that? All the texture! The fine needlepoint lace boasts filled-in motifs, outlined with a heavier silky cord that create a raised outer edge. The floral motifs stand out on a sheer net background. It’s absolutely lovely.

We designed the gown to be a replica of the English Royal Family’s gown. Our Royal Gown captures the essence of old-world fashion in a modern world. It boasts a lace collar. An embroidered bodice, flanked with lace panels. Tiered lace ruffle sleeves. Symmetrical sweeps and ruffled skirt. An exaggerated heirloom length. Button back closure. Hand-gathered silk trim.

The finished product… The Royal Christening Gowns are hand-made just for you, when you order. Our most experienced seamstresses construct your gown with special care. No detail is overlooked.

Begin your legacy… The Royal Christening Gowns are hand-made and of heirloom quality. Each is to be enjoyed through generations of special occasions. You now can bring a piece of Royal elegance to your family and bestow it on generations to come.

Nursery Prints: Free Printables from One Small Child

“If you want to find greatness, don’t go to the throne, go to the cradle.”

We love this quote from Flora Benson, wife of Ezra Taft Benson, a former President of the Latter-day Saint church. We hope you enjoy these adorable nursery prints that we’re sharing with you! Go ahead and print them, free of charge, via the links below.

{Boys Nursery Print}

{Girls Nursery Print}

The Royal Christening Re-Cap from One Small Child

Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana was christened yesterday, July 5th, 2015. The small ceremony took place at the church at St. Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, Norfolk. The same church that princess Diana was christened at.

The royal family arrived in style, with Princess Charlotte being pushed in a pram by her mother. The Duchess wore a beautiful cream dress coat and matching hat. Onlookers were delighted that the little prince sported a red short outfit that was very similar to the one his father wore when he first met his baby brother, Prince Harry.

Following tradition, the little princess was baptized in the same christening gown used in 2013 by her older brother, in the lily baptismal font, and in water from the River Jordan. The archbishop of Canterbury performed the ceremony, which was attended only by very close family. A small reception was held afterward, followed by tea at the Queen’s nearby residence and official photographs. At tea, guests were served cake that, following tradition, was a tier from the duke and duchess’ wedding cake.

The Duke and Duchess decided to break tradition when naming Charlotte’s Godparents. They didn’t choose anyone from the royal family, but three close friends and a cousin from each side. To learn more about them, and the ceremony, we found this article from bbc.com to be the most informative.

We love that the Duke and Duchess centered the ceremony on tradition, and kept the spirit of Princess Diana present in small, significant ways. We also love that they preserved the sacred nature of the ceremony by keeping it small and intimate. Princess Charlotte looked stunning in the traditional heirloom gown.

Your little prince or princess will be just as breathtaking in the Royal Christening Gown by One Small Child. This heirloom garment was designed to be a beautiful replica of the English royal family’s gown. Now you can bring a piece of that royal elegance to your family to be enjoyed for years to come. Shop the Royal Christening Gown and all the accessories now.

Happy Independence Day from One Small Child

Wishing you a happy and safe Independence Day!