The Simplest Skirt a Seamstress could Sew

Added Jan 22, 2012

by poppykettle

Melbourne, Austr...

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Description

A rectangle of fabric, gathered and sewn into a grosgrain ribbon waistband. Too easy!

More pictures, how to and what not over at my blog…
seamstress: poppykettle

Material Notes

Glorious Taffeta!

Difficulty

Novice

Categories

Season
Summer
For
Women
Garment Type
Skirt
Style
Casual
Material
Taffeta

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    Jan 24, 2012, 02.38 AMby poppykettle

    Thanks dudettes!

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    Jan 23, 2012, 07.08 PMby loulourosa

    Simple lovely skirt!

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    Jan 23, 2012, 03.46 PMby LadyDanburry

    I love half-hour projects like this! It will be perfect for spring.

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    Jan 23, 2012, 07.33 AMby monikapullerits

    How wonderfull little skirt! How did you hide inside seems? Between ribbon waistband? And lovely blouse. Just a simple t-shirt withoput sleeves and some lace.. hmm i see a new project for summer ;)

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      Jan 24, 2012, 02.41 AMby poppykettle

      a-ha! Yes, the gathered part of the taffeta is hidden between two grosgrain ribbons – You simply topstitch all around the ribbon to encase it all. Makes the waistband super-sturdy and hides all the nasty stuff! Yup… that little singlet with the lace is my go-to top at the moment!

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    Jan 23, 2012, 02.28 AMby runningwithscissors1

    It’s great when such a nice skirt is so easy to make! Enjoy.

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    Jan 23, 2012, 12.30 AMby ladykatza

    For a simple project it is certainly delightful! Great look. :)

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