Project Details
I am trying to build an “Everyday Wardrobe.” That is a wardrobe of items that are
comfortable and that I feel worthy of wearing every day. This lightweight wool skirt with contour yoke
and slimming seams fits that requirement.
Pattern –
Amazing Fit Collection, Simplicity 2475, View B
Notions – 2
yards polyester organza, one 7” invisible zipper, hook and eye, three pkgs. seam
binding, one pkg. hem lace, 7/8 yard of fusible interfacing, thread
Fabric – 2
yards brown lightweight wool (Hancock Fabrics)
This skirt is
an item from the Amazing Fit Collection of Simplicity Patterns. I cut View B in a size 8 for curvy fit. This pattern is drafted with 1 inch seam
allowances in all the important places.
I underlined my skirt with polyester organza, inserted an invisible side
zipper and finished seams with binding and hemline with hem lace. The only adjustments I made were: 1. Shortened the skirt length to petite standards. 2.
Nipped the waistline yoke by 1 inch.
I just wanted
to note that on the Simplicity Pattern’s website under Patterns/Special
Collections a new collection called Fit For Petite has been added featuring all
the Simplicity Patterns that include adjustments for petite sizing! Thank you Simplicity!
Conclusion
I have finished the skirt projects that were in my stash. I will now proceed to make some tops! I have purchased the “Classic Tailored Shirt”
online class from Craftsy.
Your skirt looks very nice! Good job :). Do you find the polyester organza different to work with from the silk organza?
ReplyDeleteI have always liked pencil skirts...
ReplyDeleteLooking Good!!!! When will I get my skirt Size 8-10 Ok!!!
ReplyDeleteJuliN, polyester organza does not breathe as well as silk so I would not use it to underline a full dress or jacket. I would get too hot wearing it. But I find that it works well in casual skirts. You must also watch your iron temperature when pressing polyester organza.
ReplyDeleteKim, Sandra and JuliN, thank you for your nice comments!
ReplyDeleteThis skirt fits you great!
ReplyDeleteI have considered trying out a Simplicity Perfect Fit pattern to see how they fit.
A tailored shirt class sounds amazing. I think it would be wonderful to be able to make yourself the perfect button down shirt. I can't wait to hear how it goes.
Thanks Alison, I am excited about the tailored shirt too!
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