Something for me
The little one wasn't the only person to wear a handmade skirt on Easter. I dug out the Simplicity (I think) pattern that I used last summer for this skirt, figured out exactly what size I needed to make to get a proper fit, and an hour later I had a nice skirt to wear on Easter. I changed the location of the drawstrings, because I feel like putting them dead center attracts attention to your stomach and just feels odd. So I made thicker ties and placed them on the side instead.
It's beyond comfortable to wear and I really adore the fabric. I've already forgotten what designer it's by, but I bought it at my favorite local fabric store. I'm really into blacks and grays, so when I saw this print, I knew it would be perfect for a skirt.
The best part about it is it actually fits! I always tend to make things two sizes too big and find myself disappointed with the finished product. But this is a skirt I think I'll keep around for a long time. Now, for a shirt to go with it...
oohhh...fantastic! It looks great on you and very comfortable! and I love the fabric too!
Posted by: Emilie | March 27, 2008 at 07:10 AM
Love it! It fits you so well. I have the same trouble with making clothes for myself. I think you will be able to find lots of cute tops to go with this skirt.
Posted by: collins | March 27, 2008 at 07:55 AM
Love that! It's beautiful.
Posted by: Kelly | March 27, 2008 at 07:55 AM
Love the skirt and the colors. Also I like the ties on the side....Great choice!
Posted by: Sandra-MyInspiredHeart | March 27, 2008 at 08:19 AM
I adore this skirt! I've noticed you mostly sell things for little ones, but you should consider offering this one for us mamas! Hint hint!
Posted by: Pamela | March 27, 2008 at 09:05 AM
Beautiful skirt! I ordered one through the mail for Easter but it came on Monday- oh well.. I love my new skirt also(it's brown to) and I'm going to wear it to a party tonight.
Posted by: Dawn | March 27, 2008 at 09:45 AM
love! love! love!
you are sooo talented my dear.
Posted by: beautythatmoves | March 27, 2008 at 09:58 AM
I love how you put the drawstrings to the side. What a great idea! I have that same skirt pattern and mine turned out too big as well- want to give tips on how you figured out the pattern to fit exactly? I had also added a ruffle to the bottom- I remember a post where you had done the same thing to a skirt and I had to laugh when I read it becuase my ruffle was about as successful! So imagine a skirt too big with a silly ruffle. LOL! I did donate it to Goodwill because it was made out of nice hemp fabric, so hopefully someone repurposed it! I was done with it though!
Posted by: sara | March 27, 2008 at 10:34 AM
I love the skirt and the fabric is wonderful!
Posted by: Kirsten | March 27, 2008 at 11:43 AM
Stunning skirt!
Posted by: Carrie | March 27, 2008 at 02:12 PM
Very nice, great shape and gorgeous fabric!
Posted by: lina | March 27, 2008 at 02:30 PM
so good, erin!
Posted by: cloth.paper.string | March 27, 2008 at 02:46 PM
oh, love the skirt -- and the fabric? ::swoon::
Posted by: capello | March 27, 2008 at 03:41 PM
Very nice! I always make things too big, too. This one is perfect though!
Posted by: amy h | March 27, 2008 at 05:18 PM
Wow--it's LOVELY! And you're right, it fits you perfectly! Now if only I could get my act together with my sewing machine... Thanks too for reading and commenting on my blog! As a fairly new blogger, it's great to get feedback from you experts! ;)
Posted by: Caren | March 27, 2008 at 10:31 PM
VERY cute!
Posted by: Anna | March 27, 2008 at 10:33 PM
GORGEOUS, erin! truly beautiful. and what a perfect fit, indeed!
Posted by: shelley caskey | March 28, 2008 at 02:42 AM
Your skirt looks great and I just want to add that you have a lovely inspiring blog.
;o)
Posted by: Ana | March 28, 2008 at 06:11 AM