Do you remember my “make” list? It’s a listing of some things that I’d like to make this year. And I’ve actually done pretty well so far, making a few things already.
But one of the things on that list that has always intimidated me was clothing. I love the idea of making myself clothing, but I’ve been too scared to try.
But, this elastic waist flirty skirt from Growing Home has cured my fears of making clothing. I put together my very first skirt in the matter of an hour. And I think it’s actually wearable.
I had some cute dot fabric in my stash – Moda Bliss Dot in Scarlet – so I used that to make a knee-length skirt with a ruffled elastic waist.
I’m a big fan of the elastic waist. It’s comfortable, looks cute and was so simple to make. I had never made anything with elastic before and it was really quite simple.
And it has pockets, which makes me very happy.
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Oonafey says
Ahh! It’s adorable! I would totally wear it, I love the length you chose. It’s definitely cute for a casual brunch or work – well done.
Emily says
Oh my goodness, this skirt is adorable and so are you! Look at you all polished with your cardigan, belt and skirt.
LizzieBeth says
So I thought the skirt was cute, but then you revealed it had pockets? I’m about to text Shennanigans to steal it from you on her visit!
LB
Sarah says
I love the skirt and love the outfit! You look great in it!
Shanade says
Super cute! I love the polka dot fabric and it of course looks great with the blue cardi.
Dana says
Cute skirt
yeoldesandwichshoppeva says
This makes me think of Minnie Mouse and I love it! Way to go!
Rachel says
That looks fantastic! Great work!
Joi says
You look great! Everytime you post a sewing project I kick myself for not knowing how to sew! I love it, Kim!
Mrs. 5C says
ooooo! That is downright inspiring! Your outfit looks FABULOUS! Thanks, Kim!!
Leigh says
Love it! I really like the whole outfit- americana in a preppy way. I wish I could wear belts like that but I always feel like I look huge. I made a few skirts last month, but I made them too big in the waist (better than too small I guess).
Stephanie says
I love it! I love that it has pockets, and it looks SO cute with the belt and cardigan! A skirt is the next thing on my to do list. I just might try this pattern.
miamihoney says
Looks great!!
Amanda Sevall says
I think it’s really cute!! Great fabric choice!! 🙂
Kate says
I love this! I’ve pinned to my “craftiness” board – great sewing!!
MV says
I love it! Since finding Pinterest, I have started a make list too. I love your outfit – my style completely. 🙂
Kristal says
Adorable skirt! I think you’re awesome at making clothes…based on your skirt. I would totally buy it!
Jenny says
So pretty! I love your work outfit! Makes me wish I wore “real” clothes to work 😀
Liz @ It's Great To Be Home says
I love it and I WANT ONE!!! And you look adorable, by the way. 🙂 This is on my list, too, must get cracking!
Meredith says
Very cute! I think elastic skirts are THE WAY to go, and especially awesome on vacation!
Emily @ thirtyeight20 says
I love this fabric!! So fun. I was just looking at a changing pad cover (not nearly as cute and fun as this skirt!!!) for our nursery in this exact fabric. It just makes me happy!
vanessa says
Oh I love this so cute!!! I love the cardigan look too, can’t wait to try that out in the fall with my skirts.
Rebecca says
Looks great, Kim! Congrats on being brave enough to take the leap into dressmaking!
Cindy @The Flipping Couple says
So cute!! And I love your wear-to-work outfit. Totally impressed that you made that.
Heather says
I love it. You go!! I think you did an awesome job. You could wear it with so many things.
I wish I was not afraid to sew but everything I sew ends up in the garbage, because I suck at it.
Awesome job!!! You will have to make more outfits now.
Erin @ Domestic Adventure says
So, so adorable. And absolutely work appropriate–at least where I work!
DecorandtheDog says
Ummm, one of these days we are going to meet and have a sewing party. At this party you will sew a bunch of stuff/I will act like I’m sewing and I will take credit for all of the cool stuff you make! Great plan!
I LOVE this skirt!! And the fact that you would wear a cardigan every day makes you okay in my book! Do you purchase your fabric on the interweb or do you have a secret store in the area that I’m not aware of??
KatiePerk says
I love it!! Such a cute summer outfit!!
Elizabeth D. says
Totally cute! Good job!
Biz says
It’s super adorable and I LOVE LOVE LOVE the work look!
I think I’m a fan of the 1″ elastic more than I would be of the slightly larger.
Biz
Suzanne says
I am so impressed! Not just with your sewing, but with your styling. The whole outfit is totally adorable.