I just recently downloaded a pattern from fabric.com. They were offering this free pattern for a kids skirt. It's an easy-peasy pattern and a true joy to make. I did make some changes to it. One of the things that sometimes drives me nuts about home made stuff is the raw edges inside of a garment. The threads get all messy and tickly and it just does not look professional to me. I do not have a serger. So, what I did was enclose all the seams on the inside which was pretty easy.
When I sewed the bottom panel on, I only sewed the outside part to the skirt. Then on the inside, I folded down a quarter inch and pinned it up to the seam. Then top stitched two rows. I did the same thing with the waist band. When I get a few pictures I will share it with you.
I also added a yo you with one of my Moms crocheted flowers. Making it a little more personal.
If you make the pattern, be forewarned, it's big. I made two skirts that were too big. They went to my older daughter. My daughter takes a size 7 or 8 and I made the 5T and it fit her perfectly. Keepi n mind that my daughter is at the 100 percentile for height. I recommend going down two three sizes to make this. Take measurements and plan accordingly.
When I sewed the bottom panel on, I only sewed the outside part to the skirt. Then on the inside, I folded down a quarter inch and pinned it up to the seam. Then top stitched two rows. I did the same thing with the waist band. When I get a few pictures I will share it with you.
I also added a yo you with one of my Moms crocheted flowers. Making it a little more personal.
If you make the pattern, be forewarned, it's big. I made two skirts that were too big. They went to my older daughter. My daughter takes a size 7 or 8 and I made the 5T and it fit her perfectly. Keepi n mind that my daughter is at the 100 percentile for height. I recommend going down two three sizes to make this. Take measurements and plan accordingly.
1 comment:
Adorable. When do I get mine?
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