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Simplified Suit - Kasia Variation
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My version of Kasia for the Suit Variation Contest. I think this is my new favorite skirt. It was surprisingly easy to make. Thank goodness at least one of the three pieces was :) I’m also very proud of this piece- the zipper is awesome :) I will post lining pictures in a bit.
Alterations to the pattern:
- added a band onto the hem to “mimic” the top of my jacket (sort of)
- widened the waistband 1"
- shortened 1.5" because I’m short :)
- moved the zipper to the back and used invisible zipper instead of regular (looks so much better than I expected!!!)
- fully lined- so much easier than I expected
As always, see my blog for full details of the suit.
Material Notes
80% wool, 20% rayon, black twill weave from Fabric Mart- i love this fabric, but it's somewhat difficult to work with :)
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Credits
burdastyle again :) oh yeah, and i really can’t forget my husband for taking pictures for me! he puts up with so much :)
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Yesterday, 03.39 PMby frk.bustad
An extremely sophisticated version of Kasia! I’ve made one myself without the pockets/buttons, but kept the gatherings on the back piece. This inspires me to make one more similar to yours. I also like the look of it in wool-blend!
Sep 6, 2009, 02.58 AMby Reneebies
This is so awesome! Dare I say better than the original….? I just made a Kasia, but now I want to make one just like this!
Feb 9, 2009, 04.22 AMby pinksunflower
The seams match up perfectly. It is just beautiful!
Feb 5, 2009, 10.35 AMby camilaustral
wow i love it!! i didn’t like this skirt until now!! and the blouse too! and i’m not a blouse kind of girl at all, you look just great!!
awesome!
Jan 27, 2009, 12.56 AMby Ichigogirl
I really like the Kasia even more like this, without the pocket-pouch… hm… I’m making one right now, WITH the pocket… Yours is really nice! If I make another one I’ll copy your idea :-).
The jacket is really, really nice too… hope you did well in the suit-competition.
Jan 22, 2009, 04.00 AMby skwarynia
What a tiny waist!!! I’ve always been dreaming of it! Your suit looks perfect, and all the details… I want to make something like this by myself-but I know I can’t:(
Jan 19, 2009, 03.33 PMby yolandac8
Absolutely gorgeous! I totally love it, and the details are great!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so jelaous!!!!
Jan 16, 2009, 07.07 AMby LYBU
Wow. Your Kasia is very chic. I love how it is turned out. Great modifications
Jan 15, 2009, 02.27 AMby Sew4my3
Great skirt! The fit is so perfect and the attention to detail is amazing!
Jan 14, 2009, 11.14 AMby haizum_alban
sigh What a lovely skirt!
Jan 14, 2009, 08.17 AMby MamaDiosa
Absolutely beautiful! and look at your tiny waist, I’m so jealous!!
Jan 14, 2009, 07.17 AMby AnaJan
Lovely! The skirt looks really flattering on you.
Jan 14, 2009, 04.22 AMby Claireissewing
A definite winner!
Jan 13, 2009, 02.33 PMby 0mega
Beautiful! I am inspired to give those pieces a go myself.
Jan 13, 2009, 02.25 PMby Polychromatin
Very chic! Looks neatly done and suits you perfectly!
Jan 13, 2009, 02.23 PMby cindy_buc
Gosh the skirt is gorgeous. I love the blouse too. thanks for sharing!