Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Simplicity 2512 - Cynthia Rowley plaid skirt w/ front drape

Hello! It has been a few weeks since I've posted anything because I've had several wadders in a row. However, this skirt turned out really well, probably because I made a muslin. Also because I really thought about the fabric and what it would look best as.
This Cynthia Rowley pattern has been languishing in my stash for some time. I bought it for view C, which is the view I made, but view B has really grown on me and I want to make it too. (Probably in the spring - the fabric I want to use is a pink and gray silk charmeuse.)
 This fabric is a cotton suiting purchases from Fabricmartfabrics.com. I loved the kelly green color running through the grey plaid and first thought to do some sort of bias skirt. However, the plaid is rectangular and not square, and I was afraid on the bias it wouldn't be very pretty. Plus a recent wadder was a bias garment, and they intimidate me. This pattern seamed a better fit for the fabric, especially since it had no right or wrong side, a necessity for the cascading drape in the front. I plan to wear it with some other layers for fall and not just this green t-shirt.
I used my TNT contoured waistband from this pattern, and had no other fit issues. I also added a full lining since the fabric was a bit see-through and I want to wear it with tights. Matching the seams at the sides and back was fairly easy to do, and I cut the waistband on the bias to eliminate any need of matching seams there.
Here's a close-up of the back waistband and invisible sipper area. I used Eugenia's invisible zipper technique to get a smooth edge at the top, and am happy to report that it worked like a charm. Thanks for posting that, Eugenia!

For the lining, I used black Ambiance and had to make it several inches shorter then the skirt so it wouldn't show in the front where the hem is curving. All the seams were finished so it could be thrown in the wash and not ravel out.

I'm nearly finished with THE CUTEST dress for Rachel, then I'll try to get some good pictures of her wearing it. We got our first cold front of the season today, which really makes me want to make fall clothing even more!
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  1. KimOctober 18, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Very cute! I love the fabric. I made this same skirt in a houndstooth last year. I want to make another one.

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  2. Jane KarenOctober 18, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Essa saia ficou deslumbrante! Amei, ameiiii!

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  3. KelseyOctober 18, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    So cute!! Love the green in the plaid :)

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  4. DebbieOctober 18, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Perfection.

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  5. LinBOctober 18, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Lovely! Nice to have something new to issue in the new season. Sorry you've had a series of wadders -- I've just been stashing mine in the back of the closet while chanting the mantra "Ten pounds to go." Sadly, it is ten pounds down, not up. The front drape on your skirt, and the waistband, are plenty of bias. Interesting silhouette.

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  6. Wag DollOctober 18, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    This is totally gorgeous - love the fabric, I adore Cythnia Rowley's patterns and you have made it so well. I apsire to sew as well as you one day LOL! x

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  7. SunniOctober 18, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    It's just perfection! The plaids line up so wonderfully! And it fits like it was drafted for you. I love it!
    xoxo, Sunni

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  8. janae king...sewing patternsOctober 18, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    your skirt is adorable. good job! i want to make it too. thanks for sharing.

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  9. sewingkmOctober 18, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Adorable skirt and well finished by you as usual. We're getting the cold front tonight (I live in Houston area) and I can't wait to wear fall clothes!

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  10. JeanetteOctober 18, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Your skirt turned out really cute. I never gave the pattern a second look and wouldn't have thought to make it in a plaid. I love it, though!

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  11. JennyOctober 18, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Lovely skirt! I'm glad you had this great success after some wadders. Can't wait to see little girl cuteness!

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  12. DeiOctober 18, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    I always look forward to your posts because the craftsmanship of your garments is superb. The matching plaid at the seam lines is perfect. Great zipper tip.

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  13. MushyWearOctober 18, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Love this skirt! I also like the green and gray together. It's a color combination I don't see often in a plaid and it makes the skirt unique. I can't wait to see what you are making for Rachel.

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  14. SallyOctober 18, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    It always amazes me how you take a pattern that I wouldn't look at twice and make it into something that is outstanding!! You have such a good eye for fashion! Kudos on another winner!!

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  15. TanyaOctober 18, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    You are masterful with fabric placement. Another great skirt!

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  16. JenniferOctober 18, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Very cute skirt! Well finished, as always. I love the fabric. The green stripe in the plaid makes it quite unique.

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  17. NóraOctober 18, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Very nice skirt and you're incredible pretty in it.

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  18. Joyce in NCOctober 18, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    i always look forward to seeing your finished garments. They all look so very nice on you and the finishing techniques are great.

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  19. AudreyOctober 18, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Very pretty skirt. I love the way the plaid looks, especially in the draped part.

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  20. VictoriaOctober 18, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    Super cute skirt Amanda! Plaid fabric looks great with this style!

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  21. Sew-4-FunOctober 18, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Gorgeous skirt. Perfect match of fabric and pattern.

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  22. LoriOctober 18, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Your skirt looks amazing, great job.

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  23. KyleOctober 18, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Thanks for your comment on my skirt!
    Your skirt is cute, I didn't really notice that view as I was distracted by view b which I want to make sometime too! There are so many cute skirt patterns out there.

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  24. AnonymousOctober 18, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    How funny, I've had this pattern languishing in my stash too but I bought it for view B but now you've made me take a second look at view C ;) - great job and your plaid matching is excellent xx

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  25. Cole's CornerOctober 18, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Super cute skirt Amanda. I love that fabric!~ Can't wait to see what you made the little one!!!

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  26. katherine hOctober 18, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    I love that kelly green stripe through your fabric. Most unusual. Beautiful matching of the plaid. It looks a very versatile pattern, depending on fabric choice.

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  27. VeronicaOctober 18, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Cute skirt! So, I've been a lurker for sometime. I love your blog. Question...I see that you're a SAHM. Where do you wear most of these items? I ask because I want to sew more for myself but I work from home so I'm torn with wanting to make more clothes like what you make and just making lounge stuff over and over...know what I mean? I'm trying to "justify" making nicer clothes, I guess...if that makes any sense! :)

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  28. EugeniaOctober 19, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    I am so pleased that my zipper technique worked out for you and contributed, in a small way, towards the success of this beautiful skirt! It really is very lovely. The green in the plaid adds such a pretty touch of colour - you always make such great fabric choices. And, as always, your sewing is impeccable - the matching of the plaid is perfect!

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  29. gwensewsOctober 19, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    I haven't seen this pattern made up. It's fantastic. Not the run of the mill type skirt. It fits you beuatifully, too.

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  30. MegOctober 19, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Very cute skirt on you. I am so glad you take the time to match your plaids and press well. The bar for home sewists needs to be high so we don't go out in public looking like failed craft projects.

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  31. Sara B CreazioniOctober 19, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Wonderful and beautiful skirt! You' re great!
    kiss
    Sara

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  32. senaSewsOctober 26, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    Wow, the skirt is beautiful. It fits perfectly und looks so well made. Love how you combine the green from the fabric with the top.

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  33. AllisonCOctober 26, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    Great skirt and I really love that fabric. You did a great job matching the plaid too.

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  34. Bathsheba GreenNovember 1, 2011 at 4:57 AM

    This looks gorgeous! I can't believe you are a mother of three with that lovely figure! Well done Amanda, and beautifully finished and excellent suggestion about the waistband.

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  35. TanyNovember 3, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    What a wonderful skirt! Your fabric choice was 100% right too, I really love how this skirt turned out! You look awesome btw!!

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  36. SEWNNovember 8, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    That plaid is to die for! The skirt is really cute. And can I just say I am so jealous at how easy you lost the baby weight. I wish I could. Iim four years in and still can't.

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