Good morning and Happy Saturday!!!
Check out this great Custom Skirt video on You Tube that I found this morning. She shows you how to draft a custom pattern and how to construct the skirt complete with an invisible zipper, a blind hem, and waistband.
You could use this when sewing from scratch or when upcycling thrift store clothes for the just the right fit.
I know what my next project will be. The navy and white polka dot fabric from the thrift store is PERFECT for this.
Stay tuned………
Let me know if you try this, too. I’d love to post your finished skirt pictures.
You might also like:
Thanks for your inspiration!!
You are so welcome!!1 I hope this will be helpful for you sometime.
Great video! Here’s a link to some better paper to use, http://www.amazon.com/36-Inch-5-Yards-Tracing-Vellum-Paper/dp/B0027A7DVA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1358714619&sr=8-2&keywords=roll+vellum. I use this all the time. It’s lightweight, transparent, and strong. Perfect for tracing patterns off of the multi-sized patterns. I buy it at my local university, but not everyone has one of those round the corner.
Thank you so much, Susan! I will definitely check that out.
Bether!!! You are totally cool! and talented….. and creative…… and I wish I had your energy and ability to think outside the basic sweater! Way to go girl, that is the coolest tote bag ever!
Did I say you are awesome? Yes, you are awesome!
Awwwwwwww! You just say the nicest thangs! This can only be my one and only Carol buddy!!! I love you!
And I was thinking about starting a skirt project! This came at the right time – thanks!
So glad it was timely for you!! I can’t wait to see your skirt.
Happy Sewing!
Beth
On the skirt pattern, do you not add a seam allowance (1/2 or 3/8) to theyour finished example? Thanks for the video. I think I’ll try this now.
HI Victoria,
I tried this last weekend. When I cut out my pieces, I added a half inch seam allowance. Happy Sewing!
Beth
Pingback: Upcycled Cashmere Peplum | The Renegade Seamstress
Pingback: A Mumu Makeover | The Renegade Seamstress