Sunday, July 29, 2012

More Sure Fit Designs


I have been wanting a skirt out of eyelet for the longest time.  Add to that my fascination with orange this summer and the result is this skirt.  I purchased the fabric from Gorgeous Fabrics and just love. it.   The eyelet is out of cotton, and the orange lining is also out of cotton and has a slight sheen to it.

Because I am currently losing weight at the moment (15 pounds and counting), I'm not ever sure how to cut it out.  I'm a couple of pounds lighter than when I made my Sure Fit Designs blue print.  So I used it as a starting point, and originally drafted an a-line skirt.  I didn't like the a-line style for this skirt, so cut it back to just a straight skirt.  Because of the fabric, it needed very little ease, so I eventually took in two inches total at the sides (1/2 inch seam allowances).

If you are new to my blog, you'll find out very soon that I am a major fan of Sure Fit Designs.  It is a system that allows you to draft your own sloper, or as the system calls it, Blue Print, from which you can draft your own patterns.  I've used it for over a year with great success.  You can learn more about the system at Sure Fit Designs

I cut out the design of the eyelet on the bottom, and finished the top with a facing.  Zipper is on the side.  I wish I had placed the zipper in the back, but wasn't thinking when I cut it out.  It will be more challenging to take in as I continue to lose weight.  Oh well....

The next challenge was deciding what to wear with my new skirt.  I made the t-shirt below for it, but it was just too bland together.  So I went on the hunt for something and lucked out with this orange bolero/ cardigan at T J Max.  That was a miracle since I never find anything at T J Max.  I paid only $9.00  (Yay!)  After some trial and error, I decided the shell from the Loes Hinse sweater set was the perfect addition to the ensemble.








10 comments:

  1. Carolyn, you're skirt and top are so beautiful. You made a wonderful use of that lovely eyelet. It's feminine but the orange gives it a contemporary edge. Wonderful.

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  2. Your outfit is so pretty, and the orange is just perfect! Nice T, also. I'm loving SureFit. Keep up the good work on the weight loss. You inspire me to get going!

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  3. Love how you trimmed the eyelet at the hemline. It gives your skirt the perfect finishing touch. Very nice outfit!
    P.S. Sue is in KY for 3 weeks. She so enjoyed meeting and talking with you!

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    1. It was great meeting all of you as well. I will certainly drive over again next time I visit my Dad.

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    2. It was great meeting all of you as well. I will certainly drive over again next time I visit my Dad.

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  4. That is such a pretty summer outfit. I love the pattern of your eyelet fabric. It makes a lovely hem.

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  5. I LOVE that chico twist. How do you do it????

    Hugs, Joy

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    1. Joy, the instructions come from a Londa Rholfing booklet. You can find it at this link: http://www.londas-sewing.com/Top-Priorities-Nifty-Necklines-Talking-Booklet-pdf-delivery-p25617.html

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  6. Love your skirt - looks fabulous. Must try this sure fit.

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