- I worked out removing the extra width from the back of the skirt pretty well. By doing so, I changed the original design from A-line to a somewhat straight style.
- I graded the original pattern up two sizes.
- Practiced my invisible zipper application (still needs some work).
- and I completed another sew along.
- Now that the skirt is finished, I have another wool blend plaid skirt to add to my winter wardrobe.
I gave it a spin around the block yesterday, and it wore quite well.
Seeing what I've made thus far this year, can you tell that I am a lover of skirts? My CWIP (current work in progress) is also a skirt. Another wool blend, plaid that I'm making for the friend who has come to my aid several times when I've had computer woes. I'm hoping to finish her skirt tonight - can't wait to start in on my next project. Did the ground hog predict 6 more weeks of winter??? I feel like I'm running out of winter sewing time...
Your skirt looks really nice, and everything is all lined up. That's skill!
ReplyDeleteI love this! I'm still afraid of plaids.
ReplyDeleteCute skit Faye. Where are the pictures of the new sewing space...huh...huh...I'm waiting :)
ReplyDeleteThe skirt is sooo cute! I love the plaid-- it looks wonderful on you!
ReplyDeleteOoooh, that's lovely. i want one!
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Your skirt looks great. I've never tried to sew with plaid...you make me think I should give it a go!
ReplyDeleteGreat looking skirt Faye! Somehow you make plaid look so easy, great look on you!
ReplyDeleteit looks really great Faye, I love plaid and these color work very well on you
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful Faye, I really love the skirt and the plaid .....Lovely
ReplyDeleteYour skirt looks great! I love it with the twin set you're wearing. Very pretty.
ReplyDeleteLove your skirt and the pleats in the front. So cute!
ReplyDeleteso chic!
ReplyDeletei love a good wool skirt & tights for winter too :)
That skirt is a definite winner love the plaid... it looks so cute on you.
ReplyDeleteTerrific skirt! It's kind of "kilty" like. I wonder if you have a quilt pin to wear on it?
ReplyDeleteFaye, you look so cute in your skirt! Very classic piece for the wardrobe.
ReplyDeleteYou really do well with sew alongs! Another great piece for you.
ReplyDeleteI love it. I'm a sucker for plaids anyway and when combined with this classic style it really is perfect. I love the boots and the twinset with this skirt, it makes for a very stylish outfit. Do you have an invisible zip foot for your machine or are you using the universal one? I used one of the plastic ones for ages and when I finally shelled out for a Janome one (princely sum of $15) it changed my life.
ReplyDeletePleats AND plaids??? You go gurl!!! Love it! It looks great on you too! Nice work!
ReplyDeleteLove your skirt and the pleats are perfect!
ReplyDeleteI turned out great!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great skirt! You sure did a great job matching that plaid on those pleats!
ReplyDeleteSo impressive! Plaid matching scares the crap out of me!!
ReplyDeleteWOW, this turned out perfect Faye! I like it better as "somewhat straight"! Can't wait to see your next project!
ReplyDeleteIt's so cute ... good job!
ReplyDeleteHappy blogoversary :)
This really suits you! I love it! Fab job!
ReplyDeleteVery cute!
ReplyDeleteI know how you agonized over this skirt. I am sooooo glad you didn't give up on it. You did such a beautiful job on this. I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat skirt is beautiful! I have never tried sewing with plaids, because I'm leery of the pattern matching.
ReplyDeleteI really like your skirt, Faye. The plaid is perfectly lined up.
ReplyDeleteThat is a fabulous, classic skirt, Faye. Nicely done. And I'm with you...I'm never finished with my pile of season's projects in time for the new season to begin!
ReplyDeleteI must be behind on my blog reading 'cause I don't know how I missed this one. The whole outfit is a winner. You look AMAZING!
ReplyDeleteWith results like that, no wonder you are on a skirt kick. lol
I'm late to this comment party, but I did see this post a bit back. Tonight when I was looking through my stash, I saw the most perfect plaid for this pattern. Your skirt is so cute!
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