Hi everyone! I am happy to announce a new blog series to you! 'It's Finished' will feature all my completed sewing projects that I share with you! I have been stumbling over what to name my sewing adventure posts with you and then it hit me! I really like the sound of it! But, I am still open for
any suggestions!
As some of you may remember, I have done just a few sewing related projects. (
Peasant Blouse Pillow Project Restoring Quilts)
SO, the way this project was started is when Simplicity had their bi monthly (at least that is how I am thinking about the time span in-between) dollar a pattern sale! The pattern features 6 different styles of yoke waisted skirts. I chose this style
after I bought this beautiful fabric in the clearance bin at Jo Ann's. All of the styles are very pretty but this one (I thought) fit the fabric's style.AND the size of the flowers without making it look frumpy or 'junkily' dated and homemade.The pattern called the front pleat an overlay but after looking it over with my Mom she called it a box-pleat. I can see it described it either way, but I like the sound of box-pleat much better!
The cream crocheted lace I bought at a rummage sale for a great deal of .50! It was
exactly enough for around the hem and up the front of the pleat.
Closed in side zip.
The yoke is double lined with one single piece of infusible interfacing. As I stated before, the fabric is from Jo-Anne, I 'fell in love'. :)! Nice antiquey look. :) I was able to use a gift card from a dear friend to purchases it and am so glad that I spent a little extra for it. I am thinking about going back for another yard or two for an apron.
I really would have chose it to be slightly longer. I even went against the suggested 1.5" rolled hem and kept it at .75. That will go down in my notes of this pattern if I decide to use it again. Other wise- I really enjoyed making it!
Had to share this with y'all! Isn't it stunning ? Bek (my photographer:)) was away for most of the day with our Mom who was doing some volunteer work at our church so we did not get to taking pictures till sundown.Therefore the quick look to the photos. And was it cold! *sign* Freezing! Our bit of snow has somehow disappeared though. That is fine with me...I am not a winter person! :)
Have you made anything lately ?
What about the name of the sewing series ? Any thoughts ?
One last comment before I hit the hay- I just want to thank all of our followers and fellow bloggers who have inspired me so much, thank you! I am really enjoying our blog and every person that we have met! I love hearing from each of you! SO many blessings to you! Thank you!
Cassie
The yoke is double lined with one single piece of infusible interfacing. As I stated before, the fabric is from Jo-Anne, I 'fell in love'. :)! Nice antiquey look. :) I was able to use a gift card from a dear friend to purchases it and am so glad that I spent a little extra for it. I am thinking about going back for another yard or two for an apron.
Hi i just started sewing lessons. So i am now working on a jeans skirt. It is so cool to learn how to make my own skirts! I like to read you're blog! You are great! Love Sjoukje
ReplyDeleteThank you! That is great! If you have any questions I would love to help- any time!
Deleteblessings to you!
-Cassie
Splendid work, Cassie! I love the floral print and the dainty touch of lace trim completes the vintage look.
ReplyDeleteVery, very lovely!
Love,
Jessica
The eldest sister & singer
Love the skirt and the little pleat in front! I'm a big lace fan and it looks adorable with the print. :)
ReplyDeleteI love that skirt, and the lace was a great addition!
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Wonderful job Cassie! I love the look of the lace on the front. It really emphasizes the fun box pleat at the front.
ReplyDeleteBrigid
The Middle Sister and Singer
Thanks for the lovely comments ladies! :)
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How would you suggest making a skirt out of army pants? I have some that my brother gave me. :)
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~Ellie
How fun! Okay, what we have done before (as long as they fit your waist) is-
Delete1.)Cut up the inside seam of the leg, all the way up.As close to the seam as possible.
2.) Mark your length (try them on and see how much to cut off of the 'legs')
3.) Once you have the bottom of the legs cut off to your specific length, we layed that piece in the open hole (in-between the cut open legs) if you do not end up having enough fabric left over, just use some that coordinates etc.
4.) Make sure the fly is laying as flat as possible (we cut back the fabric a little so that it would not be so lumpy :) ) Ditto for the back.
5.) And sew the pieces in. We left a raw edge and it would probably look right with the camo! Other wise I would just turn up a 1/2" and zig-zag or strait stitch it.
Hopefully that gives you a start!
-Cassie
Thank you!
DeleteCool sewing! I sewed my first skirt a few months ago. It's was inspired from the Fresh Modesty denim skirts. I have never used a pattern to sew, but I should really learn how.
ReplyDeleteI sew on a 1965 Sears Kenmore sewing machine. It runs pretty well, and I purchased it for only $25. Lately I haven't done much sewing because my schedule has been pretty packed. I need to go on to my next project, and maybe this time I'll use a pattern :)
I love the name "It's Finished!" for a sewing blog series. I look forward to getting plenty of sewing information and inspiration from it. You should feature some knit and crochet projects too! I would love to see those as I knit and crochet a lot.
God Bless!
Natalie
Thanks Natalie! Your sewing machine sounds like it would run really well! Before I bought my 1928 treadle (which is what I used for this project) I used a '60's Necchi machine that ran really well, but my dream was a treadle. :) I bought it for $30! Love deals!
DeleteThat is great! I LOVE Fresh Modesty! I finally broke down and bought Olivia's denim e-book- can't wait to make the #17 Errand skirt! Oh, and I usually don't use a full on pattern either! :)
Thanks and that is a great idea to share my knitting/crocheting in this series too!
-Cassie
Oh my, your treadle sewing machine sounds wonderful!!! I volunteer as a junior docent at Rock Ledge Ranch historic site here in Colorado, where I dress as a 1900's servant and take people on tours of an Edwardian era house. This house has sooo many old things (including some sewing machines), and I'm in paradise when I'm there :)
DeleteI would love to see how your #17 Errand skirt turned out! I'm sure it's lovely!
God Bless,
Natalie
Oh wow! That would be wonderful! We actually got some information at our local fair this year about doing the same kind of thing! I would really love to be involved in it!
DeleteI have yet to get the skirt going, but hopefully it will not be too long!
Blessings,
Cassie
I truly do enjoy my volunteering. It is a unique experience that makes me feel as if I have stepped back into time, when electricity and running water were new luxuries, women wore hats and beautiful dresses, and ladies went to teas. The house has so many beautiful things to explore! There is a dressing room filled with 1900's dresses and hats, a sewing room filled with sewing notions and two antique treadle machines, and so much more. Just two weeks ago, I was working in the kitchen. We were cooking various things on the original coal stove, and I got the job of grinding the meat. The meat grinder was from 1898!
DeleteI would highly suggest getting involved at an historical site. It offers such unique and wonderful opportunities for those who love old-fashioned things. I'm very old- fashioned, so I love being at the historical site :)
I'm sure your skirt will turn out wonderfully! I love the feeling of finishing projects, don't you? I think your blog series name "It's Finished!" is very appropriate!
God Bless!!
Natalie
The skirt is lovely, Cassie! I love the style and the fabric.
ReplyDeleteAnd I love the name for these posts. Perfect:)
That's such a cute skirt! The box pleat is really neat.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by our blog! Becca and I have been having fun exploring your blog too. And you're from Holland Michigan! Our dad grew up there, and we have friends in Holland. It's really a beautiful area.
-Bethany
Thanks Bethany!
DeleteI am so happy that you stopped by our blog!
That is crazy that your dad grew up here! We love our 'mitten'. :)
By the way, I really like your blog design, as you can tell ours needs a little more work- but it all takes time. :)
blessings
-Cassie
What a cute skirt!! Modest and lovely! I love the whole outfit :)
ReplyDeleteI look forward to more of your posts in your sewing series. It is a joy to see what other girls have created with their sewing machines. Beautiful job!
Blessings,
Jazzmin