Graduation is getting closer and we have nothing to wear!! In the interest of time, I'm going to sew something (gasping for breath and clutching chest) NON-BWOF!
For myself, I'm planning to make this Kwik Sew (view B). I was considering this skirt and blouse from BWOF, but I've made that outfit already. Been there - done that. Besides, I need something fast and they don't call it Kwik Sew for nothin'. I want to make this outfit with as little stress as possible. As much as I love BWOF, they can be a little stressful. I'm using a white linen/cotton blend for the top and a red and white floral print for the skirt (both from JoAnn). My skirt will be considerably shorter than pictured.
DD will be wearing this Hip Skirt from Favorite Things Patterns. Believe it or not, I originally considered this Hip Skirt for myself. I thought "Hip Skirt" meant looking hip, (as in "Hey man, that skirt is hip") not hanging from the hip! I am SO stuck in the 70s, it's pathetic. DDs skirt is a light blue cotton print that looks very summery. Both outfits are quick and easy. It will probably take longer to trace and cut out than to actually sew.
So, I'll be spending every waking minute in the sewing room trying to finish my current BWOF outfit and these graduation outfits. I hope somebody remembers to come and check on me every now and then.
Nice choices - they're simple yet can be worn to all sorts of events. I'm sure you both will look lovely. Just remember to come up for air once in a while!
ReplyDeleteHeads up that I am going to mention your sewing label tutorial in my Friday post. Look for it!
ReplyDeleteI was thinking the same thing about the "hip" skirts. Doh. I really like Kwik Sew too. They have some great directions and some fun patterns!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with all your graduation sewing. You have some great patterns and fabric.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to your daughter and to you! You'll both look beautiful at graduation - with beautiful outfits and pride and excitement shining through! :)
ReplyDelete--Gwen
No worries - you'll be looking "hip" in your new outfit.
ReplyDeleteHi Elaray! I made the pleated skirt from the Hip Skirts pattern a couple of weeks ago. It was a lot shorter than I expected it to be!! I recommend measuring it to be safe. I emailed Fave Things and they said the patterns on the cover photo were altered for the "right look". Whatever that means. I prefer the cover photo look like what I can expect to get when it's finished!
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