Right now I'm having full moments of obsession.
Today's obsession is with stripes.
I loveddddddddddddddddddd the way the stripes on the waist band went in a different direction. I love playing with stripes but I'm not ALWAYS successful lol.
Then I ran across this:
I LOVE this lady. Seriously. I wanted to wear this outfit. I just don't like my skirts THAT short. SO glad I sew.
Enter McCall's 5591
Pattern Description: Mid-knee length, pleated skirts have faced yoke and back zipper closure; skirt A has slash front pocket with band and contrasting lower band; skirts B and C have side seam pockets; skirt B has carriers and sash; skirt C has ribbon trim at lower edge.
Pattern Sizing: 14-22
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? SUPER easy.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Love this pattern.
Fabric Used: Some type of poly mystery blend I found at Hancock. It was $2.00 a yard.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None really. I didn't add pockets or carriers for the sash.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I am TOTALLY making this again in a solid. LOVE this pattern.
Conclusion: This is a great pattern if you like box pleats.
Pattern Sizing: 14-22
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? SUPER easy.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Love this pattern.
Fabric Used: Some type of poly mystery blend I found at Hancock. It was $2.00 a yard.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None really. I didn't add pockets or carriers for the sash.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I am TOTALLY making this again in a solid. LOVE this pattern.
Conclusion: This is a great pattern if you like box pleats.
This skirt is totally twirl worthy! What you don't twirl?? You are missing out on the finer things in life lol
I didn't think I could wear pleats. What I learned is that is reallyyyy depends on the TYPE of pleats and the fabric. Still learning what looks good on me. Thanks to my gooooooooooooooood friend for talking me into making this skirt lol. Love you!
I wore my fun yellow pumps
And blingy yellow necklace for a more fun look.
Alright, that's all I got lol.
Till next time!
Toodles!
I love it, simple yet dramatic. Love the twirly photo too. It's funny that wearing stripes horizontally used to be considered such a no no and now they are everywhere.
Posted by: allisonc | March 22, 2012 at 12:47 AM
Looking FABULOUS and funny, that twirl...lol. Thanks for bringing the stripes to our attention.
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Posted by: Heather | March 22, 2012 at 03:37 AM
You look amazing!
Posted by: toy | March 22, 2012 at 06:05 AM
Super cute!
Posted by: Victoria Baylor | March 22, 2012 at 07:33 AM
Looks exacly like the photo. Great knockoff!
Posted by: Rachelle | March 22, 2012 at 08:29 AM
Well, now your skirt is timeless, elegant and prettyyyyyyyyyyyyyy! OHHHH the yellow shoes is the icing on the cake. Lovely!
Posted by: Alethia | March 22, 2012 at 09:25 AM
Loves it! You topped it off just right with the yellow.
Posted by: narcissaqtpie | March 22, 2012 at 01:04 PM
That is too dang cute!!!!!!!!!!!!!! love how you are rocking that!
Posted by: Carla | March 22, 2012 at 06:38 PM
Loves it!
Posted by: Candice | March 22, 2012 at 06:50 PM
Lovely skirt and thanks for the inspiration pics, too!
Posted by: Roz | March 22, 2012 at 08:34 PM
I love this look. I am always attracted to this type of skirt but I too am uncertain how it will look on me. I guess I won't know until I try it.
Posted by: Kelly | March 23, 2012 at 03:55 AM
Girl, you are fashion model fabulous in this skirt. I love the way you worked the stripes. Don't you just love that you got the fabric for $2.00 a yard!
Posted by: Regina | March 23, 2012 at 07:05 AM
I am so L*VING this fabric...AWESOME selection! :)
Posted by: MAD14kt | March 23, 2012 at 10:27 AM
Love it! You are rockin' the heck otta this!
Posted by: bayoucreole | March 23, 2012 at 08:24 PM
Love the skirt and the pop of yellow in the shoes and the necklace!
Posted by: Carolyn | March 23, 2012 at 09:23 PM
you LOOK FAB-U-LOUS and don't you dare cut that hair! I love it, love it, love it, love it! You look so pretty girl!
Posted by: Dana | March 23, 2012 at 09:53 PM
LOVE it!!!!!!!!
Thanks for help add fuel to my mojo!
Posted by: DaMommie | March 24, 2012 at 08:45 AM
Fabulous! Well done!
Posted by: orchidophile | March 25, 2012 at 02:18 PM
The skirt is gorgeous! I'm seeing that trend more & more lately. My eyes IMMEDIATELY went to your shoes. Love em. And lemme just say that EVERY girl should twirl!! Lol
Posted by: Nikki | March 26, 2012 at 08:51 AM
Cute! Turned out great - love the yellow accents!
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