I have been wanting a JCrew red pencil skirt, but I don't want to pay $100+. I have kept my eyes open at different stores to see if I can find something similar. I haven't had any luck. I decided maybe I could make myself one. I ran to the fabric store on Saturday. They had 40% off fabric and patterns for $1.99.
I was a little nervous to make the skirt because I don't have the best luck with sewing myself things. Usually they turn out too big or too small. I also haven't ever made a skirt with darts. I measured myself to see which size I should sew. Here is another thing with sewing I am 4 sizes larger according to the pattern than what I buy in the store. How does that work?
It took me about an hour to make the skirt from start to finish. The pattern was super simple. I even mastered darts! I am pleased with how great it turned out! I am going to make myself a couple more skirts with the pattern. I have cream & brown herringbone fabric I want to use next.
The picture above turned out kind of weird! The flash didn't go off and the background was super white!
Look at you, hot mama!! Kudos on your sewing skills too! You look great. :)
ReplyDeletegreat job! Love the idea of a red pencil skirt =)
ReplyDeleteVery nice! I have been wanting a bright red and a camel skirt. Do you take orders? ;)
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