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Tres bien ensemble

Wings.

5/15/2013

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Can somebody explain to me how it's already the middle of the month?  May 15th- Half way through MMMay13 AND it's reveal day for Le Challenge! 
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The theme for Le Challenge this month was wings. (I explained how I landed on my project in the guest post I contributed.)
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To sew my skirt, I used Deer&Doe's latest skirt pattern, Chardon. It's a high waisted skirt with inverted box-pleats and pockets. YAY, pockets!
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For an element of fun and interest, I added some vintage trim to the hem. It was my first time applying trim to fabric, and I didn't have a good understanding how to attach it. Ultimately, I sewed inside the perimeter of the bottom edge and sewed a straight line of stitching across the top. It's secure and tidy, but I would love to hear your suggestions for future projects. In the end, it looks lovely with the vintage fabric, a nice pairing. If I had to guess, I would estimate they are similar in age. Possibly the late 60's/early 70's.  
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Since my fabric was semi-sheer, I lined the skirt. Both my hems have the raw edges turned under and are machine stitched.
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The print on the fabric has groups of butterflies in alternating directions, which I didn't think would make a difference in pattern placement, however, looking at the skirt in its finished form, I worry that most of the right-side-up butterflies got lost in the pleated portions, making the print look upside-down.  I'm sure I notice it more than others, but I wanted to clarify, just in case you were wondering (wink).
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My skirt closes with a lapped zip at the back. 
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I'm not decided on this style skirt. To start, I fell between sizes on the pattern size-chart, so I went down. I think, for this style skirt, that was a mistake. There's plenty of room in the hip, but the waist is snug. Second, I can't tell whether this skirt overly emphasizes how short-waisted and FBG I am. I'm going to give it a try with a better proportioned top the next time I wear it. 

As a final note and request, I'd like to direct you to the Colette Blog, where nominees in the Laurel contest for the readers' choice category have been posted... I would be ever so grateful if you could take a minute to browse the pool and cast a vote! Thanks!!
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Nat @ Made in Home link
5/14/2013 11:06:36 pm

The le challenge deadline does creep up on you, we'll it does to me! Love the fabric, it would be too high waisted for me - but it seems a lovely pattern (a size up then!). Thanks for sharing on le challenge.

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kristieinbc link
5/14/2013 11:19:03 pm

I so admire you sewing skills! When I look at all the lovely things you make I want to get out my old, decrepit sewing machine and see if I might have a better relationship with it than I have in the past. :-)

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Lisa link
5/14/2013 11:48:04 pm

Pockets! I second your "yay!" Lovely skirt - what a sweet print.

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Pumpkin link
5/15/2013 12:16:29 am

For someone who has never sewed on trim before, that looks pretty darn perfect! That looks like one of those pieces of clothing that you have to be happy while wearing it! Also, I love, love, love your shoes!

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kris link
5/15/2013 03:05:42 am

I love that skirt...it is so cute!

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Marta
5/15/2013 03:43:29 am

Well, first of all: very cute skirt, I love the high waist...:-)

But more importantly: whooohooo! Thanks to your appearance on The Coletterie I was able to find your blog again! I was so sad when "will knit for food" disappeared...I simply adored your knitting and sewing projects - and I am so happy I can indulge in them again :-)

I guess I have some reading to do! Starting with the post after baby Ditka...

Greetings from Berlin, Germany!

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Amandak@whatthebobbin link
5/15/2013 04:20:10 am

What a beautiful skirt!

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Renee link
5/15/2013 04:33:41 am

Beautiful skirt! I am undecided on that type of skirt for my body type as well.

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Renee Anne link
5/15/2013 08:44:57 am

It's adorable! However, I think you're right about it putting emphasis on your short waist. I don't know squat about sewing so I have no idea how to fix it. I don't think it's too tight, though. It may feel that way but it doesn't look that way.

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Alicia link
5/15/2013 01:48:34 pm

How perfect is that trim?! I don't think it gives you any FBG problems but it does seem a bit high for your waist. I feel like that fabric would look great as a swingy skirt lower on the hips, too.

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pella link
5/17/2013 04:26:29 am

Its a pretty skirt, and a lovely trim. As another short waister, I know exactly where you're going with your questions on the style. Maybe a top which is a close colour or tonal match to the skirt would get more blending at the waistline?

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Stefanie link
5/17/2013 10:25:52 am

Wow, you've got mad sewing skills!

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Anastacia link
5/19/2013 10:42:31 pm

your skirt is lovely, and if it makes you feel any better, I didn't notice the upside down butterflies until you pointed them out

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Becca link
5/20/2013 12:13:21 am

Pretty skirt! The butterfly print is so cute.

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