So, I'm in a national clothing chain -- perhaps one named after the science of humankind -- and I see what I consider to be a cute, plaid skirt. Not being the target customer for this particular emporium, however, there are a few things about it that make it 'not quite' for my particular, oh, let's call it maturity.
All is not lost though for a woman with a sewing machine (or two), a yard of plaid, and New Look 6843. Trace off the front pattern piece -- draw a few curved tiers (don't forget to add those seam allowances!)breathe easily with a new, lower, thinner waistband, and voila:
Inspired by, but not a copy of, that cute, plaid skirt. Color me pleased.
4 comments:
You're a sewing wizard! Some day I want to learn to sew so I can cleverly make my own perfect-fitting pieces. Some would say I still fit the particular demographic of said store, but as a sporting-goods clerk once so adroitly observed, my arms are absurdly long.
At least long-waisted t-shirts are still in fashion. If I ever hear they're going away, I'll have to stock up for the rest of my lifetime.
Sophia -- I have no doubt that you'll be a raging success if you take up sewing -- I say go for it!
And, not surprisingly, it's your color!
Ha -- Margaret, you know I live in sunny Orangelandia!
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