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| 11-2008-104B, in a crepe gabardine |
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
What I sewed this summer, part 1: 11-2008-104
This summer, in between complaining about the heat and sweating, I did a little bit of sewing. I made this skirt in July, and have been happily wearing it. It wasn't until I was sewing the godets in the side that I realized I'd forgotten to cut out the top ruffle (the ruffle is a double layer of godets) but I don't miss it. I sized the pattern down to a 36, but I think I could have sewn a 38, this is quite fitted and pencil like except for the godets which give the skirt and interesting shape and movement.
Here is my version, in a lightweight wool novelty weave. The texture of the wool makes the skirt interesting but isn't distracting. I am wearing Simplicity 2603, the wrap cardigan, with it.
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I like it better without the extra ruffle attached! Looks like a good basic piece that will see a lot of wear. I need to work on some things like this to expand my wardrobe- some new work means business-appropriate dress code....yikes!
ReplyDeleteI would wear this color skirt *all the time*.
ReplyDelete@A Sewn Wardrobe: I agree, I wear this skirt *all the time*... well, at least once a week. :)
ReplyDelete@Big in Japan: Oh, I know that feeling. The Grown Up Job = Grown Up Clothes. Still, congratulations on the new gig!
Very nice skirt!
ReplyDeleteIt's very flattering, and the colour is classic while the shape is more adventurous. I like it!
ReplyDeleteVery cute, fun shape in a beautiful classic colour. It's very lovely!
ReplyDeleteFun skirt in a color you can wear forever! It looks biking friendly too...I am intrigued.
ReplyDeleteVery cute skirt!
ReplyDeleteI love this skirt. I remember marking it when I first received this issue first came out, then forgeting about it. Your version is very classic.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great skirt in such a pretty color!
ReplyDeleteThat's an interesting skirt - I will have to revisit my Burda magazines!
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