Thursday, December 30, 2010

New Skirt

I ordered the complete set of Homestead Blessings DVDs and I've really been enjoying them. They're inspiring me to try lots of new things like candle making, soap making, canning, etc. I watched the sewing video today where they made a tiered skirt. Well it inspired me to try my own skirt (floor length a-line). It was SO easy with only two pieces and four stitches. I used the measurements given on this website and started sewing! It only took me an hour or so to finish. I get frustrated easy when sewing so I try to keep it simple. Here it is:


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12 comments:

  1. Emily NicoleDecember 30, 2010 at 5:55 PM

    Your skirt turned out really pretty, Missy! I love the style and fabric. Good job! :)

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  2. Sarah QDecember 30, 2010 at 6:20 PM

    How pretty I love floor length skirt, they are super comfy! I would LOVE to learn how to makes skirts. You can't buy long skirts in the store these days :(

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  3. UnknownDecember 31, 2010 at 12:32 PM

    Nice job. :)

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  4. MadelineDecember 31, 2010 at 5:31 PM

    Such a pretty skirt!!! I would love to learn how to make them!

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  5. Sarah QDecember 31, 2010 at 8:02 PM

    what pattern did you use? i am not good with a sewing machine but if its easy enough i could figure it out haha

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  6. UnknownDecember 31, 2010 at 8:38 PM

    Hey Sarah - Click on the link above and she tells you how to measure and make a pattern if you want. I just figured out the measurements and marked them with pins on my fabric. Let me know if you need any help! It was pretty simple to do! Only two side seams, an elastic waisband and a hem.

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  7. JennyJanuary 5, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Beautiful skirt!

    I have the Homestead Blessings DVDs - they are great and so inspiring. As I am in England I have to watch them on my laptop but it is worth it as there is nothing that compares over here.

    So far I have watched the sewing one and the gardening one and am excited to watch the rest!

    I struggle to find floor length skirts as I am quite short and they don't seem to be in fashion right now. Might have to try and make one!

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  8. .January 5, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    How pretty!

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  9. UnknownJanuary 5, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    @ Jenny - I love the Homestead Blessings DVDS! They make me wanna run barefoot through the garden! ha Here in the states long skirts are pretty popular and I think they still will be for spring. This one was so easy to make! Good Luck!

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    That is awesome! I would love to make skirts that fit me better as well (I am also short) but I don't have a lot of time to sit and sew.. or a machine. But it does look easy enough.

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  11. Mama to 12, so farJanuary 6, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    That is a pretty skirt.

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  12. Mountain Home QuiltsApril 6, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Great job on your skirt!

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