I wore it out last weekend to a Japanese bath house and then to a Japanese restaurant for dinner with friends. So... no makeup (can't wear makeup when you're going for a cleansing soak!) - I feel odd looking at blog photos of me with no makeup!
Anyway, back to the fabric for a second. It is a heavy-ish weight stretch cotton. Almost like a denim with a lot of stretch. It has the pattern kind of embossed on it - this is a hand-wash only garment for fear of wearing off the pattern. I absolutely adore this fabric. I was thinking about getting some for a jacket...
The Libby A-Line Skirt is very simple to make. It has waist facings - no waistband. This to me, is much better than an A-Line skirt with a waistband. I could never figure out why I don't like the Colette Patterns Ginger Skirt, and now I know why. The waistband made my tummy pooch out below it. It wasn't comfy or flattering. This is much better. I also like how this looks with a shirt tucked out - I never wear my shirt tucked in anymore.
I made the size 8. I tried on the size 10 in the Tessuti store and it fit perfectly, but this fabric has a lot of stretch so I sized down. I made it in the mid-length - it is probably more in line with the mini length, but I am tall. I am finding that as I get older my skirt lengths get waaaay shorter. Wonder what that is about??!!
The skirt came together in a few hours, including hand-stitching the hem. It is very simple. Has a side invisible zip. I'll be making more. Definitely be making more. How about you? Are you going to give it a go?
Love the fabric & skirt. And you must get more for a jacket. Like you my dress lengths seem to be creeping up with age!
ReplyDeleteHaha, I tend to want my skirts a bit shorter these days than a couple years ago as well. No idea why, but I don't have a problem with it. And you definitely got legs to show, lady!
ReplyDeleteNice skirt, love the fabric!
Lovely skirt and I like the length.
ReplyDeleteI think that fabric would be great for a jacket.
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely, I third everyone else, go & get more for a jacket!!!! ;) - and I have the pattern downloaded, but it's pants time here ;)
ReplyDeleteYes I'll be giving it a go based on how yours looks, love the fit and length. I wish i could wear shorter skirts but alas my legs didnt fair well during pregnancy. And yes i have the exact same issue with my ginger, the location of the waistband is very unflattering, in fact i was just going through my printed pdf patterns the other day and i threw it out as I wouldnt make it again, facings work a lot better for me.
ReplyDeleteCute skirt! Love the fabric. The embossed pattern is a lovely detail.
ReplyDeleteReally cute, even with no makeup! Go and buy more fabric!
ReplyDeleteThe ginger is the only skirt I've made that fits me (thus far)...and I think the waistband is OK (I'm at one with my pot belly these days). This skirt looks great on you...nice pins! As I get older my skirts get longer...hmmm.
ReplyDeleteVeery cute!
ReplyDeleteLove this! I've been umming and ahhing over this one, but I don't know why... Perhaps I was tossing it up with a moss mini skirt. But this just seem so much simpler and streamlined and you look fab. I think I'll have to line this one up.
ReplyDeleteHello Rachel. This Tessuti is a good pattern and suits you. I have been thinking of making one in 'pleather'.
ReplyDeleteLove this. It really suits you :)
ReplyDeleteHi Maree! I think a pleather version would be gorgeous and really edgy. Looking forward to seeing yours.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jillian! This is going to be controversial, but I think I prefer this to the Moss Mini. It sits really flat across my tummy and is extremely comfortable. Plus I think the shape suits me more than my Moss. You should definitely make one!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mrs Smith!
ReplyDeleteThanks Melanie. I think the Ginger looks very cute on other people... just not me! Interesting re: skirt lengths...
ReplyDeleteThanks ChaCha. Will have to see if I can get into Tessuti sometime soon.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I really love the fabric - so glad I went back for some!
ReplyDeleteThat's a big compliment - thanks Emma! It is interesting re: the Ginger - I don't see it on many sewists in 'real life' - wonder if it is a common thing?
ReplyDeleteOooh! Looking forward to seeing some pants! I'm doing a Bellatrix then some pants.
ReplyDeleteThanks Christy.
ReplyDeleteThanks Karin! I don't have a problem with my shorter skirts, but I do find it interesting that I want to wear them a lot shorter than even a year ago.
ReplyDeleteThanks Anna. You've got the pins for short skirts/dresses!
ReplyDeleteFreaking. Awesome.
ReplyDeleteLovely! I really like the subtleness of the pattern on this fabric.
ReplyDeleteHi Rachel, I really like your skirt and your makes in general. I have been enjoying your blog for a while and have just nominated you for a versatile blogger award on my blog http://pimpmycurtains.blogspot.co.uk. Just letting you know as part of the rules!
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