What does a single dad do when he’s let go from his job as a finance director to a major hotel thanks to COVID-19?
I’m sure there are a lot of right answers to this, but dad Michael Gardner decided to use some of his newly acquired spare time to bond with his 9-year-old daughter Ava. And his method? One that would save him some money, and make her happy.
He started sewing her a new wardrobe.
Here are 50 examples of dad’s handywork.
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1. Bright as a rainbow
So bright. So full of joy. This is a dress daddy made for a father/daughter dance.
2. The wild side
Those boots are so cute. I love how she adds that/color to her outfit.
3. Just chillin’
I like how her outfits seem to have something extra. Like the unicorn on her jacket.
4. Zoom time
He’s raising awareness. Showing the world that there are fathers—many fathers– who are willing to step up.
5. Modeling session
I wonder how much time he spends a week sewing. And how much sewing he did before he started this journey.
6. Is there any question?
What do you think? Is there any doubt in your mind that she is daddy’s girl?
7. Present father
That’s what their shirts say. That he is a present father. No question.
8. Tik Tok challenge
Perfectly in sync. They’ve got their moves down for their dance challenge
9. Look at that face.
She clearly adores her daddy. And rightfully so, since he’s doing everything in his power to develop a solid relationship with her.
10. I love this look.
She looks so comfortable and casual. I’m not sure if those are pajamas or what, but that’s a comfy looking outfit.
11. No regrets.
He may have lost his job, but I think he benefited from it. It’s given him a chance to do something he might not have done otherwise.
12. Where it began
This is a flashback to one of the first daddy daughter outfits he made. So cute.
13. A splash of color
I love her bright extensions. They certainly add some pop to her outfit.
14. Up on the catwalk
Look at Her Modeling Her Outfit. With her cute shoes and sunglasses. I think she has some career goals.
15. The Clash
Okay, does she pull it off? Maybe it’s just me, but I would never put those two fabrics together.
16. Dr. Suess
Why did Dr. Seuss just pop into my mind? I think it’s got something to do with the green polka dots. Was that the Cat in the Hat?
17. In the pink!
She looks awesome in that pink. And I love the casual/dressy combination of a hoodie with the skirt.
18. Put on a happy face.
their tie-dye shirts remind me of the sun. Regardless, they are full of joy and happiness, and thrilled to be together.
19. Daddy’s little girl.
Even though he started his sewing venture to develop a bond with her, I’d say it’s clear that bond was already in place before hand.
20. Look at her face.
everything she feels for her dad is expressed right there. And he has certainly earned it.
21. And here’s another one.
apparently, she’s looking up at him and saying, “Daddy, you made my dream come true.” I wonder what dream that is.
22. Strike a pose.
It’s her ninth birthday. And I would say it’s a very happy one.
23. Dad has skilz!
Apparently dad can do more than sew. He has found other creative ways to get his message across.
24. Yes, he did!
And I think we can safely say that both of them are quite happy that daddy dressed them. What do you think?
25. Love the braid!
I wonder if he does her hair as well? If so, that’s fantastic.
26. I think this is my favorite so far.
I love this outfit. And by the look of her, she does too.
27. Okay, cuteness overload.
Apparently this is her first princess moment. And yes, dad made this outfit too.
28. Following in daddy’s footsteps
Look at Her. She’s got her own little sewing machine and she’s learning how to do her own thing.
29. One of my favorites.
I’m not big on a lot of loud colors, but I do love animal prints. I think I’d like one of those dresses.
30. Where it all began
This is her very first photo shoot. You can tell she’s got great things in her future.
31. This is so sweet
every year they attend of the Daddy Daughter dance, but of course due to COVID it was canceled. But dad still prepared a special occasion for her.
32. She’s accessorizing too!
Look at her purse. He’s even got the proper accessories to go with her outfit.
33. I take it back.
I said earlier that I wasn’t a fan of bright colors. But this outfit is awesome.
34. The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
I don’t like to steal the title, but I had too. Because it just fits so perfectly.
35. So fresh and pretty.
I like how most of her clothes are age-appropriate. Daddy’s got some common sense.
36. She has so much confidence.
I wonder if that’s because of the awesome relationship she has with her father. It wouldn’t surprise me at all.
37. A multitalented man.
Not only does dad sew her clothes, he has some other talents. Like painting her nails.
38. And that’s not all.
I wondered earlier if her father does her hair as well. Here’s our answer.
39. When it all comes together so well.
I don’t know if that was planned or if it came together by chance. But the backdrop for that outfit is just perfect.
40. That’s her color!
Orange is color a lot of us may avoid. But she wears it so perfect well.
41. She’s a star
What a perfect combo. And with her dad behind her, I have no doubt she can reach the stars.
42. You know, it’s so much
More than the sewing I mean. Because he also creates an outfit for her, and that takes a sense of style.
43. Spring flowers
This is an Easter outfit. And she is brighter than any bloom in a spring garden.
44. Strike a pose!
She is just too adorable. And she looks like she stepped out of the 70s.
45. She should be strutting her stuff
I’m not 100% sure, but I think that fabric is peacock inspired. Therefore the strutting comment.
46. The sandals!
I don’t know what I love best. The glasses or the little gladiator sandals.
47. Let’s get asymmetric
I personally don’t think most people look good in asymmetric hem lines. She totally pulls this off.
48. A father’s love
He explains that his father left when he was young. He is determined to be the man his dad wasn’t. I think he’s doing just fine.
49. I wonder how old she is here.
This dress wasn’t made by dad. This is the first dress she made for herself!
50. Did you doubt me?
Her father told her she could do anything she put her mind to. And after watching her dad sew, she decided it was time to try herself.
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