I was debating drafting a circle skirt pattern but then I remembered I had bought one (Vogue 8749) ages ago. So I figured I should give that a try and save the drafting for my next circle skirt. This pattern is made up of two pattern pieces that you cut each twice, plus a waistband. Dead easy. So I thought.
I graded the pattern up a couple of sizes but somewhere I fudged my numbers and ended up having to take in the skirt five inches. Boo. Nothing sucks more royally than having to do more work when you think you’re done. But the work was worth it. I really love the way the skirt fits and looks.
I love when a skirts sits on my natural waist
I experienced one of two firsts during this project. It was the first time I made pockets. You can’t ever go wrong with pockets in a skirt.
Concealed zips have been the only ones I’ve inserted before. But I got to insert my first standard zip and it was a success. I promise it’s straight and not all curvy as it looks in the picture.
Standard zip? Check.
I almost left the skirt unfinished because I just didn’t want to deal with the hem. While sulking on the couch I remembered a folding template that was shared on Pinterest (thank you whoever shared it!) and it saved my sanity. I successfully managed to do a curved hem without any puckers occurring. Wheee! That template will be my go-to from now on. It beats having to measure as you fold.
Lined and hemmed. Oh yeah!
Winter has arrived and I finally have the wool skirt I’ve been wanting. It’s sassy, chic, and most importantly, warm.
Happy lady in a tweed skirt
Super cute rockstar! I love the tweed, it’s so London 2012!!
Word up! I have enough tweed left over to make a vest. Seriously considering it. I’m going to bring vests back. Or have they come and gone and I missed the trendy boat? Hmm…
You made that! And of course I *love* the pockets. You are amazing.
Thanks Linds! Let me know if you ever want to borrow a pattern and I’ll ship it off to you asap.
Love this skirt! Reminds me of pretty wool ice skating skirts that I loved in an old issue of Victoria magazine. And, THANKS so very much for the link to folding curved hems. I could never hem a curved skirt properly and used to wonder how it was done!
You are very welcome. It seriously saved this skirt from going in a “finish later” pile.
That must be one of my favourite things you’ve made – it’s fabulous. Well done!! I also want to make something like this….perfect winter skirt
I think it might be my favorite garment yet too! It feels so lush.
You can NEVER go wrong with pockets in a skirt! Why? Because they make the world go round. That’s why. It means you can put your phone in your pocket and not have to take a handbag, meaning you don’t have to become a pack-horse for your friends.
All of your extra work was worth it. This skirt rocks x
Yes! So true. It’s nice to think I can put a few things in my pockets and go!
This is so elegant Mela, I just love it! Well done!!!
Looking fabulous …
Very elegant I must say. Pockets are so cool in outfits I love them. I must admit I don’t make them often, but I really like them when I do make them.
I think I will have to add pockets to some of my other makes. It just makes sense. It’s a great place to put your hands and stop you form looking awkward when you standing around somewhere
I love this! First circle skirt I’ve wanted to steal.
Most look too costumey…to me…but the tweed is lovely.
Gorgeous with the pink.
Oooh! Pretty outfit! Love the cardi and skirt combo! Well done on not giving up on the hem, it looks fabulous!
So classy! I love those pockets too.
xAlana
Bet you can’t stop twirling. Looks great!
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That is just adorable! You did such a great job! I’m jealous – I want one, too!
You should start sewing. All the cool kids are doing it
. It really was an easy make. You can whip it up in about 2 hours or so.