smocked birthday goodness

My mother is an amazing seamstress.  This was the birthday dress she made for Abby. 
Check out the piping detail on the front!

And here's a closeup of the beautiful details. (and Abby's oh-so-straight hair.  It's getting so long!)

Thanks mom for a gorgeous dress!!!! (And see - proof that she wore it again!)  When I understand the hard work that goes into something like this, I have a hard time putting it on her to wear.