It is a pretty simple skirt, so I didn't use a pattern. The waistband is shirred elastic thread, and the skirt is lined to the ruffle with white rayon challis. The hemline is cut in a gentle high-low shape, my first foray into that trend (it's probably not trendy anymore, eh? I'm not really on top of things). It's actually a little big for me right now, since I've lost some weight since last summer -- it doesn't stay at my waist very well, which is where I'd like to wear it. However, I think this feature will make it a nice maternity and post-partum skirt.
I've realized I've not shared a sewing project for myself since before Rosie was born! I hope that will change this summer -- along with my two other UFO skirts, I'd enjoy sewing up a new everyday dress or two for the summertime. What's in your summer project lineup?
I'm a 31-year-old Christian. My hope is to live a quiet life filled with home and hearth, family and friends, loveliness and simplicity. I'm wife to Douglas (married October 2008) and mother to Edmund (born November 2009), Lavinia (born May 2012), and Rosamund (born February 2014).
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oh that's so cute! how lovely!!! I think it is just beautiful and very current! :)))
ReplyDeleteThanks, Elizabeth!
DeleteMy first thought was 'What a pretty airy dress!' As a skirt it's still pretty and airy - hope you have a lovely summertime wearing it.
ReplyDeleteMy summertime projects are in the immediate term to get us moved into our new house. In the longer term I am making a dog bed for a friend. It ought to be easy enough done, although I'm using fleece fabric as the outer part. I'm hoping it's easy to work with...
Katy, I like dresses that look like a skirt and shirt paired together! But for a nursing mom, it's always easier to actually wear separates. :)
DeleteBest wishes with your move! That's exciting but a lot of hard work, I know. Hope the dog bed goes well, too. I've never actually worked with fleece that I can recall, so I'm not sure how fiddly it is! :)