I am joining in with the vintage pledge again this year over at Stitching Odyssey and Kestrel Makes. I really enjoyed it last year and found that I wore the items I made a lot and they really were part of my everyday wardrobe. I have got used to looking for bust size rather than the women's sizes we are aware of these days. You can join in or just take a peek by clicking on the tab in the sidebar.
I bought this pattern last Autumn. I was tempted because, what other skirt could you possibly want when you have all these styles in one packet?
I am short so I knew I would have to shorten the circle skirt. I have never made this style before so I was not sure if it would suit me either. I tried it out using a piece of black and mustard tweed hounds tooth which was gifted to me in a huge box of unwanted vintage craft goodies from a work colleague just recently. I accommodated the pattern piece by shortening my skirt before I cut it.
The waist was a great fit. I have worn it to work a few times and now my black cardigan is in circulation, it certainly has a perfect partner. I enjoyed a bit of experimental frayed applique with some ric rac along with some buttons.
A success with some free fabric. Win Win!
Thanks for looking. Jo xx
That looks great. I made a couple of circle skirts for my daughter a few years ago and she loved them. I found the hardest part to sew was the hem.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a lovely skirt, I've bought a few circle skirts lately but have never attempted to make one. The pattern does look good though x
ReplyDeleteThe new skirt looks fab! I haven't worn a skirt in years. I really must. I am afraid I am too fat for vintage patterns, too much adjustments. I'll enjoy your vintage sewing instead :-)
ReplyDeleteIf you are a none skirt wearer, skirts and leggings are the way forward, there are a mother and daughter at school who both do it so well. They are not slim but they always look fabulous. Jo x
Deletesuperb I love your enthusiasm for sewing!
ReplyDeletebestest dxxx
I love the fabric and the applique is a dream, stunning skirt. I actually can't remember the last time I wore a skirt!!!
ReplyDeleteI think it looks great
ReplyDeleteThis is perfect, the embellishments lift this to a super skirt you will reach for over and over again.
ReplyDeleteJust lovely, Jo. You look very nice in it. I love that style of skirt. It kind of reminds me of Laverne and Shirley, which is a good thing. I liked their clothes. :)
ReplyDeleteWow it's fabulous, love the added flowers
ReplyDeleteClare x
Your skirt is fabulous and I love your flower decoration what a great make :)
ReplyDeleteYou have a found another winning pattern, Jo! The length and swing of the skirt and the whole outfit is just right for you! Cheers :) xx
ReplyDeleteSuccess indeed! You did an amazing job and you look lovely in it.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Meredith
That looks great, I love your appliqué detail.
ReplyDeleteI am wondering how tall those ladies on the packet are supposed to be! You shortened yours and it's still knee length, they have theirs over the knee - they must be some sort of giants!