Friday, May 21, 2021

Yellow Brick Road Elemental Skirt

Today is one of those days that I kind of feel defeated by life.  So it goes, eh?  But let's talk about happy fiber-y things instead.

I made another Elemental Pencil skirt, and this skirt is like wearing air.  It is a lightweight cotton knit, with just a whisper of spandex.  I bought it from an etsy seller and there was no brand name attached, but it is similar to Laguna from Kaufman.


I graded up an inch on the side seams on each side because I worried it would be tight and show everything because it was so light colored, but I actually didn't need to, and probably could have stood to size down slightly, as I ended up taking off all the seam allowance I added and then some.  

 

I also shortened this one to 26" instead of the pattern length of 29", as I wanted to see how that was for hotter weather.  I think I like the look of the longer one, but the feel of the shorter one, so might try to strike a balance in the middle somehow.  


In any case, a successful skirt, and a nice warm weather addition.  And you won't lose me in a snowstorm--ha!

3 comments:

  1. Very nice!!! So sorry for the feeling of defeat. We all have days...sending you my love.

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  2. Oh - feeling defeat can be so overwhelming while it's happening. The good news is that it is bound to fade - but till it does, you have my positive vibes AND a really chic outfit. I would never have the nerve to wear this colour scheme but it is strangely neutral in its own way. You are like a sunset or a box of popsicles or Warhol painting.

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    1. Thanks, friend! It is a strangely neutral outfit--I like your analogies!! :)

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