Here it is, my second project from Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing. I love this pencil skirt, I love how it fits, and I love that when I put my arms up, I look like a safety cone. For this classic skirt I used some orange wool with a nubby texture and matching rayon bemberg lining. This is another great pattern from Gertie's book. I cut a size 10 and amazingly it did not require any fitting, just a lot of hemming, it wasn't so flattering practically hitting my ankle bone.
Once again I followed all the instructions carefully, and had amazing results. I even added spiral steel boning to the waistband, something I would skip normally. I am really glad I took this extra step, the waistband has structure, and it is surprisingly comfortable. The hardest part is cutting the boning to size, I always struggle with it, so my husband did it for me. I can never get the caps to stay on!
I think all these extra vintage sewing tips really make a difference in the final product for me. I am taking my time, hand stitching, and the results are fantastic. I can't decide what to make next from this gem of a book, I think the wiggle dress, or maybe the shirtwaist dress...
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I love this! The color, the fit - the whole outfit! This pattern is on my list to try. I recently made a Burda pencil skirt that was not everything I'd wished it would be. I'm hoping this one will work better!
ReplyDeleteThanks Gail! I think this is a great pattern, make sure you add the boning too
DeleteI LOVE this skirt! The color combo is perfect, and it looks so great on you! I've been meaning to pick up Gertie's book for a while now, but haven't gotten around to it yet-you've convinced me (although that boning does make me a bit nervous)!
ReplyDeleteDon't be nervous! It isn't technically difficult, just a little tedious
DeleteThis looks stunning on you! Love the colour, pattern styling and length - all in all one super skirt.
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
DeleteThis looks lovely! Would adding the steel boning become a problem when washing at all? The bright colour is really unusual and lovely.
ReplyDeleteI don't think washing will be a problem, it's wool so I would handwash it anyway
DeleteI love the color!
ReplyDeleteThank you mee too I should direct traffic!
DeleteIts bright but its awesome I love how it matches your outfit and looks fantastic on!! Suits you!!
ReplyDeleteThank you!!
DeleteBeautiful - and great colour combo with the top - so bright for winter. Lovely!
ReplyDeletePink and orange are one of my favs, thank you!
DeleteOh this is gorgeous! Such a bright joyful colour... and you've definitely got the perfect length for such a skirt too. I've been ever-curious about the boning in the waistband - glad to hear you'd totally recommend it! I simply must try :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, you must try the boning. I sat through a long dinner party last night with it on and it unnoticeable!
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