Version: D - the skirt
Sizing: 12
Fabric: polyester boucle; polyester organza; polyester charmeuse
Notions: zipper; hook-and-eye
Instructions: like every other fitted-skirt pattern
Modification: interlining
Recommend: sure
Here is the truth...
I have been putting off posting this skirt because it is the wrong size! I made it too small! To be fair on myself, it sort-of fit at one time. Sort-of meaning it was a little snug when I was making it, but roomy enough to continue sewing without altering. It was a bad judgment call. I finished the skirt thinking I was going to loose some girth and instead I gained some width.
Lesson learned.
Sew for the size you are. Not the size you want to be.
Whatever. It will fit---one day---and I like it, so it will stay in my closet until something changes.
Whatever. It will fit---one day---and I like it, so it will stay in my closet until something changes.
Regardless of the fit, I used a new technique to me, interlining in organza to support the seams in blouche fabric. I was a bit concern about making this skirt any heavier because warmer clothing can be uncomfortable. Organza is a good choice because it is thin, providing very little insulation.
For each skirt piece, I stitched the organza and boucle right-sides together and then turned so the right-side of the fabric faced out, then I stitched the skirt pieces together. This encased the seam allowance inside a organza pocket and prevents fraying.
Interlining makes hemming a dream since it gives something to sew into other than the outer-facing fabric. The kick pleat in this pattern is alright, but I have made a couple of other skirts with a larger allowance that worked better. I also installed a ordinary zipper, so the finished edge from the organza made this outcome a bit easier since the raw edge was eliminated.
In addition to the interlining, I lined the skirt in charmeuse. Charmeuse is becoming more popular with me for lining. I like the feel against my skin and the color selection is a bit better at my local fabric store; also the quality is higher than the typical acetate that is easily accessible.
What I like most about this pattern is the double darts on each panel. I doubt I will make this skirt pattern again though, only because straight skirts are plentiful and I have one that fits better. I certainly would encourage you to make it if you are interested because there is nothing wrong with the drafting.
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