New skirt, yeah 🙂
I
bought this lightweight blotchy grey-green cotton from Tessuti’s in Melbourne,
during my girly trip away with my Mum and Cassie last year… and always intended
to make just exactly this skirt. The pattern is an old favourite Vogue 7880, a flatteringly longline skirt with beautifully staggered asymmetrical layers, and the option for a feminine handkerchief hemline. It’s an interesting as well as lovely design because it looks different from every angle. There was a stiff breeze on the beach when I
took these pictures, which is normally a pain for the sort of weirdo who tries to photograph their sewing creations out in the great outdoors… I mean who does that anyway?! but actually turned out to be a good thing I think, because the wind
has assisted in showing off the different layers fluttering against each other, how
they actually appear when in motion, so to speak. Thanks, wind, for blasting me to bits! Very much appreciated!
bought this lightweight blotchy grey-green cotton from Tessuti’s in Melbourne,
during my girly trip away with my Mum and Cassie last year… and always intended
to make just exactly this skirt. The pattern is an old favourite Vogue 7880, a flatteringly longline skirt with beautifully staggered asymmetrical layers, and the option for a feminine handkerchief hemline. It’s an interesting as well as lovely design because it looks different from every angle. There was a stiff breeze on the beach when I
took these pictures, which is normally a pain for the sort of weirdo who tries to photograph their sewing creations out in the great outdoors… I mean who does that anyway?! but actually turned out to be a good thing I think, because the wind
has assisted in showing off the different layers fluttering against each other, how
they actually appear when in motion, so to speak. Thanks, wind, for blasting me to bits! Very much appreciated!
The
fabric is a very lightweight cotton, a little crinkly, even slightly seersucker-y. It has the shadows of the classic seersucker check
appearing in its background, overlaid with cloudy, watercolour like swirls of
grey, khaki, sage, olive… all my favourite sludgey colours in other words. The bolt was clutched to my chest pretty early in the shopping expedition, if I recall correctly. Mwahahaha.
fabric is a very lightweight cotton, a little crinkly, even slightly seersucker-y. It has the shadows of the classic seersucker check
appearing in its background, overlaid with cloudy, watercolour like swirls of
grey, khaki, sage, olive… all my favourite sludgey colours in other words. The bolt was clutched to my chest pretty early in the shopping expedition, if I recall correctly. Mwahahaha.
This skirt pattern has three views and I’ve made lots of them over the years. This newest version is sorta halfway
between views B and C, which have always been my two favourite
views. I’m so glad I’ve hung on to
the pattern because it is interesting and lovely, and imo there’s just
nothing ticking either of those boxes in currently available skirt patterns at the moment. Is it just me or are skirt patterns
pretty boring and unimaginative right now? Obviously I have absolutely nothing against basic skirt
patterns, since after all I’ve made my own fair share of very plain little
skirts!… but we need some of the more pretty and/or out-there ones too, don’t
we? And sadly there are just very
few interesting, exciting, gorgeous and/or challenging designs around. If there are, then please tell me, where
are they?!
between views B and C, which have always been my two favourite
views. I’m so glad I’ve hung on to
the pattern because it is interesting and lovely, and imo there’s just
nothing ticking either of those boxes in currently available skirt patterns at the moment. Is it just me or are skirt patterns
pretty boring and unimaginative right now? Obviously I have absolutely nothing against basic skirt
patterns, since after all I’ve made my own fair share of very plain little
skirts!… but we need some of the more pretty and/or out-there ones too, don’t
we? And sadly there are just very
few interesting, exciting, gorgeous and/or challenging designs around. If there are, then please tell me, where
are they?!
This
pattern has inner stay pieces, to which you attach the lower skirt pieces. For several of my versions of this
skirt I’ve chosen sheer fabrics, because the floaty layers are really crying out to be
made in very light fabrics like chiffon; and so I generally lengthen the
stay to hit just above knee length, to make it more like a real proper
lining. It’s pretty easy to mark
the old stitching line on the stay, to which you add the lower skirt pieces as
normal, and then you just hem the stay just like you would a lining. The longer length hangs inside the
skirt, providing modesty when you have chosen sheer fabrics, or in case you do happen to be wearing
the skirt on a very windy day, ahem.
pattern has inner stay pieces, to which you attach the lower skirt pieces. For several of my versions of this
skirt I’ve chosen sheer fabrics, because the floaty layers are really crying out to be
made in very light fabrics like chiffon; and so I generally lengthen the
stay to hit just above knee length, to make it more like a real proper
lining. It’s pretty easy to mark
the old stitching line on the stay, to which you add the lower skirt pieces as
normal, and then you just hem the stay just like you would a lining. The longer length hangs inside the
skirt, providing modesty when you have chosen sheer fabrics, or in case you do happen to be wearing
the skirt on a very windy day, ahem.
you can just barely make out the line of stitching halfway up the inner stay/lining, where the lower skirt pieces are attached…
It
has an invisible zip closure, and I finished the raw edges using the rolled hem
stitch on my overlocker.
has an invisible zip closure, and I finished the raw edges using the rolled hem
stitch on my overlocker.
Details:
Skirt; Vogue 7880, lightweight cotton with polyacetate stay/lining
Shirt; Burda 8497, white cotton, details here
Shoes, bensimon, from seed
btw, if you like playing “spot the dog”she just squeaked into two of the pictures here 😉
Love your pretty skirt! And I love your "on location" shots, wind or no wind:)
That pattern and fabric are definitely the perfect pairing. I agree, there should be more interesting skirt patterns for us to choose from.
Interesting skirt and the wind has definitely shown it off well. It must be blowy, Sienna is hiding in the bushes 🙂
Beautiful. I love the texture of the print, and the movement of the layers. This is a total winner.
You have made some really lovely skirts with this pattern, including this one! Fabric is gorgeous and suits the design perfectly. Definitely a pattern to preserve, as it looks great on you.
The second doggie photo is hard to pick. I can only assume she is on the right in the first photo? She must love the trips out to take photos. Great skirt. Got your moneys worth out of that pattern.
You captured the beauty of this skirt so well with your photos! It looks gorgeous on you!
That green is definitely one of 'your' colours. I was reading some of your earliest posts the other day and noticed that you like that skirt. Good to know you still do!
I love this skirt pattern and have tried so hard to buy it. Amazing that Vogue haven't reissued it. Your version is divine!
Es una falda preciosa, Carolyn
lovely skirt – I don't make too many skirts but really should make some more.
btw – I can only find 1 dog picture (clearly not looking hard enough)
I am a huge fan of tis pattern, because of the skirts you have made. In fact, I tracked down a copy of the pattern, but have not made it.
Oh wow that is really cool. I would have overlooked this pattern but I love how you have made it. It looks brilliant and awesome pictures too.
It is a beautiful skirt. I love it.
What a great pattern! I love it. I reckon this fabric suits it perfectly.
You can always come here if you'd like wind 🙂
You picked the perfect weather to showcase your pretty skirt.
lovely!
A truly fabulous skirt – just perfect for the fabric. The wind played just right for you today!
Perfect fabric for a beautiful skirt! The wind did a terrific job of showing it off 🙂
I love that skirt! Vogue should bring that pattern back. Hugs to Sienna!!!
Judi; thank you ! and I agree. There are LOTS of patterns that I would LOVE for Vogue to bring back! For a start, all of the 80's and 90's Issey Miyake individualist patterns!
I love outdoor pics! Beautiful skirt, I can see why it's a favorite.
i love it, especially the back view.. and that fabric is awesome!
Love this skirt! It's a shame this pattern is out of print.. The material suits perfectly its shabby layer-y look.. Great photos!
I love that fabric. It looks fantastic made up in that pattern.
Ooooh, this flutters so nicely!! I love the layers of it and, of course, excellent fabric choice for it.
Great fabric and beautiful skirt. I was amazed at how windy Perth was – such a perfect skirt pattern for that kind of weather.
You are so right about the interesting patterns disappearing. I remember when I used to have time to sew years ago (many years ago) Vogue patterns in particular had the most gorgeous and challenging designer patterns, but they have all disappeared. The skirt is gorgeous, and suits you nicely. Love the fluttery layers – feminine without being frou frou.
this is great! i love the floaty layers–the wind shows it all off wonderfully!
I love this skirt. If I had this pattern, I'd likely use it to pieces.
The wind was a good helper on this one. It really did help show all the fun layers and gave it a sense of motion.
I agree with the blase patterns out there today. If you're looking for skirts with interesting details, you need to check out vintage patterns. There are some beautiful skirt patterns out there with all sorts of clever little details from interesting pockets, fun tabs, and different shapes since you are pulling from history. Since my lucky job is to "play" with vintage patterns every day I've gotten more and more bored with RTW offerings and mainstream patterns. I think when clothing was more precious and women had more skills, more thought was put into every aspect of the garment and details could be included because the women knew how to execute them. Ok, rant over! 🙂
Lovely skirt and a perfect photo shoot for this design 🙂 I wanted to share with you that I have redrawn my fashionary templete to reflect me. I raised the waist a titch, widened the hips, gave her some biceps and took a few inches off. She is ready to be dressed up now. Thought you would appreciate this.
A beautiful fluttery skirt to go with you fluttery sea breeze hair. Loved your photos and the zip tutorial was useful. I get a bit frightened of zips but my invisibility is getting better every time. Jo x
What an amazing interesting skirt! Must be lovely to wear.
Exactly the right choice for this fabric!
I agree with everyone else – the marriage of fabric and pattern is spot on. Also I love the location you choose because the colours of the sand pick up the beiges in the skirt. Altogether a beautiful composition!
Such a pretty skirt. I bought this pattern several of your versions ago, being rather inspired by your beautiful garments, but it is still looking at me. Maybe this summer….