This is a super simple skirt. The pattern I used,
Simplicity 2564, is out of print, but any straight skirt would do. I shortened the design to be above-knee, and I used the patch pockets from the pattern but moved them to where I wanted them. Don't you just love choosing where exactly you want your pockets?
They are perfect for holding my iPod. The fabric is a stretch cotton from Pennie Fabrics in Sarasota.
I don't have a lot of tops that really go with this skirt. White would obviously work, but I like to pull out a color from the print. I've worn it with a pale pink cami and this gray cardigan (showed a glimpse here). The top in this post is Simplicity 2181.
The shape of this top is a bit weird tucked into the skirt, though, and it's too long to leave out. I'll be on the lookout for a good gray or purple fabric to make another knit top.
I used some quilting cotton from my way-too-big stash of quilting cottons to make the waistband facing. I also used it to line the patch pockets, but there's really no good way to show off the inside of a pocket!
The hem is a simple straight stitch. I couldn't bring myself to bother with a hand-sewn hem on a casual skirt in a busy print.
I love this skirt Jenny! Very, Spring/Summer and comfortable looking at the same time. I must say I do really like the placement of your pockets much better. They have a skirt pattern out there that has the placement of the pcckets where you have then, but I can't recall the pattern right now. I'll have to look it up and let you know. I really like your new skirt!
ReplyDeleteNow that you mention it, it reminds me of the shape of V1247, a Rachel Comey pattern. http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v1247-products-14158.php?page_id=1112 Not sure if thats the one you meant, but I always thought that skirt looked like fun. :-)
DeleteReally cute outfit Jenny. The colours are gorgepus!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Diana!
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