First Baju Kurung Sewn By Me and Eid Family Photos

This year's Eidulfitri celebration is extra special for this sewing momma as I managed to finish these two baju kurung (traditional Malay tunic dress) for my two little angels. This is a big milestone for me as, here in Malaysia, you're not really a sewer/seamstress if you don't know how to sew baju kurung lol...

For the record, it was not the easiest feat for me. I used at least 4 online tutorials and 2 books to complete these! Many people, including my mom said it's the simplest to sew, but honestly, I think sewing dresses is WAY easier! I need to improve a lot in this traditional garment sewing department and will sew more of these in the future.

I'm sure many Malaysian friends are still in their hometown celebrating Eid with the families. I, myself is writing this at my parent in laws's place. Here, Eid means lots of love, family time, lots of food and long holidays. I'd like to share how this year's first day of Eid is celebrated with my family in Kota Bharu, Kelantan. This is the time of the year when we take tons of photos, please excuse my pic overload here lol....

1st Day of Eid Morning - The day begins with family breakfast and Eid prayer. Then, the tradition of the children asking for parent's blessing and forgiveness. Here is Aisha kissing my hands, and we both cried when she asked mommy to forgive her mistakes and promised to be a good girl. I was really touched but also distracted as you can see little Hanan was crying and so clingy. I love my girls...

Next, family portrait. The four of us...so blessed...Alhamdulillah...

As you can see, the girls are in their new, matching, mommy sewn baju kurung. But me? Well, since I didn't have enough time to sew for myself, and simply refused to spend on a new baju kurung that I will not wear again, I just wore this white jubah (long tunic/kaftan) I bought in Makkah and the pashmina from Egypt. It just so happened hubby already has a white baju melayu. So not exactly sedondon (matchy-matchy) with the girls but the colors blend nicely.

Then, we moved to my grandma's house in Bunut Payong. But before that hubby made a detour and stopped at the heart of KB town, near Istana Balai Besar to take a few pics near the arch and in front of the old palace. Fun time with the girls!

Here are my girls with their cousin, my niece, Asma Widad. How time flies, she's already 6 months old and such a bright, beautiful baby! The girls simply adore her!

Hubby's family side (the Pasir Puteh clan). In the middle is my daughter's great grandmother :)

Lastly, hope you had a wonderful Eid celebration with your loved ones, lots of love, from me and my angels. Thank you for reading and have a wonderful day! :)