Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Project Sewn: Week One- Attempt 2

I just couldn't leave the first challenge that way- with a DIY Fail. It just left such a bad taste in my soul.... my little, budding, sewing soul...

And especially- when the challenge was to be inspired by a fashion icon- my favorite!
Princess Kate!

So back to Pinterest to find a picture of something I could sew!

I won't make you wait for it. This is the cute skirt I made- inspired by this image of Kate.





I couldn't find the red tartan fabric.
I could find this flannel fabric.

Yes this is a flannel skirt- reminds me of my flannel pajamas growing up! I can see this quickly becoming my favorite skirt.


The reason I labeled my project: Braveheart Inspired on Project Sewn is...
as I was sewing this skirt, my husband walked into the room and asked,
 "Are you going to unite the clan?" Braveheart is his favorite movie- all time, so I knew exactly what he was referring to. lol.

It helped me giggle my way through the project until the skirt was finished. All the picking out and pinning etc. I mean, for an experienced seamstress.. this is probably an hour-project not two days.

After looking at some other people's projects on Project Sewn, especially Kristi (click here), I thought I needed to add lining to this skirt.. lining really makes a sewing project seem more professional and less home-spun. Also, I thought lining will help this skirt hold it's shape better (since it is made out of flannel) and not bunch up when being worn with tights.

I have never, NEVER ever lined anything!  Since this skirt is just a tube...I thought I would be able to handle it.
 
(Spoiler Alert: This is extra fabric from a future Project Sewn assignment. )

Look at the hem! no.. really LOOK AT IT! I did a dang good job!
My son helped me with the pictures, he said "Why are you standing like that?"

I don't know what I am doing?... awkward model syndrome.
 

Besides the awkward photos- the skirt turned out cute! (and comfy!)

I love /live for comments - they really help me stay positive as I try to learn how to sew.
So thanks for taking the time!
Laura

9 comments:

  1. I agree totally cute! Don't worry, I feel the same way about having my picture taken!! Good job

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    1. Chelsea- thanks so much for stopping by! Love those darling dresses on your site! I have 4 boys- so I naturally drool over little girl dresses and their general cute-ness!

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  2. Haha I do the awkward model thing, too!

    I love this, a flannel skirt is a fabulous idea...hmm...I have some black and pink flannel I picked up a while back to make a woobie, but I never got around to it...

    Also, in my house, "Mel Gibson War Movies" is a genre, and we treat it like medicine. "Oh, you're feeling sick? Here, watch 'We Were Soldiers'."

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  3. I love your sense of humour! The skirt is simple yet lovely... Great idea!

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    1. Thanks Sara-- love your striped shirt! You matched those stripes perfectly!1

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  4. Well done Laura! Plaids can be finicky to work with, and you did a great job!

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    1. Sue! The clothes you make are so happy! Thanks for stopping by-- I am so humbled you would take the time to do so!

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  5. You should of told your son that you were standing that way because you were proud of your work... And showing it off.
    Deborah
    Sewmuchtogive.blogspot.com

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  6. Great job! I love the plaid and adding the lining makes a big difference!

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