This is just a quicky to document some more V1247 skirts I've made recently. You can see my more detailed post from my first skirt here
Insides: Pockets and fully bias bound |
Lucy's skirt inspired me to make a cord version of my own. This version I made again in a size 12 but with a few changes. I added 1"to the hem (for modesty), sewed the side seams at 1/2" rather than 5/8" (for fit) and added an 1"to the waistband (1/2"either end, again for fit). The skirt is still very fitted but, I think, a bit more flattering than my first iteration.
I was desperate to make this version from some maroon cord, but only had a narrow metre. The only way I could fit the pieces was to omit the pockets. This was really easy to do by just folding out the pocket component of the tissue paper. No pockets made the skirt even quicker to sew! For this version I overlocked all the seams and bound the hem and waistband with bias tape.
Insides: no pockets and limited bias |
I'm really happy with how the skirts turned out. The 1" added length is perfect for wearing with tights. For a summer version I might add a further 1". I now own a skirt pattern which I adore and feel confident in adjusting as needed (pockets/no pockets, bias/overlocker, fit/length etc).
Matching V1247 cord skirts
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Great skirts! Looks like one you'll get a lot of wear out of. I really must check out this pattern, seems like a great one to have on hand!
ReplyDeleteIt really is a great staple pattern!
DeleteHi Elisabeth! The skirts look really good and they seem quite versatile pieces... the inside finish is just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you Sasha! I love the fully bound version, but it is a lot of effort!
DeleteNice skirts.. Your top reminds me of the polka blouse which I made with a contrast tie a month back LOL. Happy sewing - - Diya TheHobbyHarbor
ReplyDeletehaha! it is similar. I'd really like to make a copy of my top. I'm thinking of the Belcarra blouse. just need to find the right fabric!
DeleteGorgeous!! You must be building up a fabulous handmade wardrobe by now :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Nat!
DeleteYes I do, but I really need to work on some basic, knits, pants and jackets.
Hi, looks great and so neat. I really need to work on the finish of my insides, even if it's only me who sees them...
ReplyDeleteThanks you! being fully bound really improved the look doesn't it? Don't worry, a lot of my makes are a shamble on the insides!
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