8.06.2009

[Vintage Americana part II]

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My talented little sister managed to squeeze in some digital processing between morning sickness, birthdays and the usual busy mom schedule so that I could show you all the rest of these photos she took of our little family. Thanks LJ!
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***for those of you who asked-I used the Project Runway Simplicity pattern 2725 for my dress and added the ruffle myself (very easy to do btw).

32 comments:

  1. these are so, so sweet.

    love the vintage look, the setting, the whole atmosphere - beautiful pictures and memories to be treasured...

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  2. oh merilee! those pictures are amazing!! the location, the outfits, the angles. everything is perfection in these pictures!

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  3. Oh my goodness!!! You are the most gorgeous family and these photographs are just incredible. They will be so fun to look back on -especially for your kids!

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  4. These were so fun to take! Thanks for begin such great models. Sorry about the delay.

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  5. So awesome! P.S. I think you need to try out for "Design Star"

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  6. That shot of little A upside down is the best family portrait I've seen in a while. Love it!

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  7. Precious! Thanks for sharing your sweet family and all your creative style!!

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  8. These are so great!! I love love love them.

    And I love your hair.

    And I agree with Donna.

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  9. Awesome photos. Awesome outfits. Love it all.

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  10. Just dreamy in every way. I'm sure they will be stunning hanging in your house! What an inspiration.

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  11. a d o r a b l e. that's all i can type.

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  12. BEAUTIFUL
    and yes I am super jealous

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  13. gorgeous photos... that could be a spread in Harper's Bazaar.

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  14. Your little family is just too damn cute. Love love love this shoot!

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  15. Your little family is just too damn cute! Love love love this photo shoot!

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  16. Lovely. What a wonderful gift, these pictures, to remember a moment that is so precious. You have a beautiful family. My favorite is your son walking away from the camera and those red suspenders.

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  17. Merrilee, is there any way I can but a dress like yours. I love it so much. You never find dresses that cute that are "g-friendly".

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  18. this is soooooo cute & sweet,

    awesome picture,,,beautiful :)

    actually i link your blog to mine :P love yr blog

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  19. How sweet :-)

    Loving the red-tuches in the clothes..

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  20. thanks Denise...the fit of the dress is a bit off (and the hem needs re-doing) but I learned a lot and I like the look. I used the Project Runway Simplicity pattern 2725 and added the ruffle myself (very easy).

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  21. Oh, gorgeous photos.
    What a lovely shoot!

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  22. Oh, gorgeous photos.
    What a lovely shoot!

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  23. these photographers are fantastic! the one with your son upside down is my favorite.

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  24. so moved by the beauty of these images - enjoying your blog very much!

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  25. Simply GORGEOUS family!! Love the photography and the vintage inspired concept... Simply divine. Great family photos to cherish for years to come =)

    http://leylasroom.com
    P.S. FYI, I can't seem to be able to add my name and URL through OpenID for some reason... just thought I'd let you know

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  26. lovely photos, great blog! glad I found you.

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  27. Gorgeous! Fun and creative without being overdone. You are all adorable!!

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  28. i just stumbled upon your blog and LOVE your dress! Where did you get the pattern and fabric? Or where can I get one like it?! my email is whitjones@live.com or u0550476@utah.edu

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