Some of you who are following this blog may also be aware that I am facilitating the 2013 Style the Stash Sew A Long:
www.stylethestashsewalong.blogspot.com
This is a laid back sew-a-long with no rules or pledges, just a desire to sew up fabrics in the stash with other sewists. There is a general aim to make one item a month, but if it isn't completed, the next month is okay.
We are holding this sew-a-long for another six months - so if you would like to join us please send me an email: stylishsarah251@gmail.com.
As well as making trouser muslins over the last few weeks, I have also made a skirt. It is from a Butterick pattern I have hoarded for years, McCall's M5335.
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| McCalls M5335 |
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I've used a piece of baby wale corduroy. It is not good quality so it was perfect to use for a test/wearable muslin. As it is black, it is a little hard to see the detail - but it's just a plain, straight, skirt with two front darts, nothing much to really see:
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| Skirt Front |
The back has a godet insertion, which I really like - it sort of gives a flirty flare to the back while not revealing any of your leg - and it also allows for quite a bit of movement, unlike a kick pleat. I do tend to like skirts I can stride in without worrying about the little rip sound you can get with some kick pleats and splits...
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| Skirt Back |
I've angled the skirt slightly and pulled the godet forward so that you can see it - otherwise it would just merge into the black.
Sarah Liz :)
Your stash will be bare with all this sewing! I do love a corduroy skirt for winter. And that godet at the back is a lovely surprise...J
ReplyDeleteHi Judith, believe you me, the stash is a long wa from bare:).
DeleteYes, corduroy is lovely - I like velveteen as well.
Very cute! Corduroy skirts are good for winter, I love that they look good with or without tights.
ReplyDeleteYes, I love wearing tights with cord skirts - so much warmer than wearing pants/trousers/jeans :)
DeleteOh I have always loved baby corduroy. Your skirt is nice and I am sure very cozy.
ReplyDeleteHi Faye, thank you, and yes it is :)
DeleteA perfect go to skirt. Great for casual days when you still want tI look nice.
ReplyDeleteI agree Rhonda :)
DeleteGreat wardrobe builder
ReplyDeleteIt is Towanda :)
DeleteSo much fun to see the stash dwindling. I have to post my pictures on Monday. m.
ReplyDeleteYes, it is, looking forward to your post:)
DeleteI love corduroy fabric, I have several pieces in my stash.. Hope to make some skirts, when our weather cools off.. [Right now we are hovering around 95 degrees. eeeh... no corduroy ,right now. ha.]
ReplyDeleteYes, you must be warm where you are situated. It won't be long though, and you'll be making those cord skirts :)
DeleteSarah Liz, I love corduroy. I've used uncut corduroy for a sporty outdoor jacket 2 years ago, and this year made a few riding tops with paisley corduroy. Your skirt is fabulous, and I hope you continue to use this pattern.
ReplyDeletePaisley cord would be so pretty - must look for some - Cord is like polar fleece - just so lovely in winter - yes, I'll use this pattern again and again.
ReplyDeleteVery nice skirt! Practical style, fabric and colour! Can wear it with everything.
ReplyDeleteThank you- it is, and I like that sort of garment:)
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