Ever since I spied Sheila's (Sheilaz-CTK) Houndstooth check pencil skirt, I've been on the hunt for fabric to make my own. More recently Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic) made a dress in Houndstooth Ponte. Thanks to Carolyn, I was able to procure a fabulous piece of from Fabric.com. The blouse is Vogue 8747.
I was able to knock-off Sheila's look and was overjoyed with the result. I wish I had better pictures but that would mean I'd need a better photographer (aka husband)! Read and follow the instructions below for making your own Pencil Skirt Plus.
Supplies:
1 yard ITY knit
Double needle (optional)
Steam-A-Seam
1" elastic
Washable marker
Use 1/4" seams
Fabric is doubled
I was able to knock-off Sheila's look and was overjoyed with the result. I wish I had better pictures but that would mean I'd need a better photographer (aka husband)! Read and follow the instructions below for making your own Pencil Skirt Plus.
Supplies:
1 yard ITY knit
Double needle (optional)
Steam-A-Seam
1" elastic
Washable marker
Use 1/4" seams
Fabric is doubled
- Trim fabric to desired finished length plus 6".
- Measure and mark width to hip measure plus 1/2".
- Measure and mark 2 1/2" across width - set aside for waistband
- Measure and mark inward 2" on each side of what will be hem edge.
- Measure and mark upward from hem 7-9" from hem on side seam.
- Trim gradually back to side seam.
- Trim "pattern" as marked
- Sew side seams.
- Using Steam-A-Seam, turn under 1" hem.
- Top-stitch hem.
- Step into skirt and tie elastic around waist.
- Adjust skirt around waist until hem hangs evenly.
- Use the washable marker to mark waist.
- Trim.
- Stitch waistband leaving 1/2 of folded waistband open
- Fold waistband in half and stitch to skirt.
- Insert and secure elastic.
Great skirt - thanks for the instructions. Looks fab on you.
ReplyDeleteYou are looking mighty fierce! I love this combo!
ReplyDeleteI love your new outfit and I'm glad you were able to find some houndstooth fabric!
ReplyDeleteThere's nothing quite as fabulous as a great fitting pencil skirt - and yours is certainly fab. Love the pairing with the red top.
ReplyDeleteFabulous outfit and the red looks great on you & love the shoes. Thanks for the spotlight.
ReplyDeleteThat is a smashing combo on you. Loving the skirt!
ReplyDeleteGreat looking outfit. The red is the perfect pop of color to make your outfit sing. Two snaps up.
ReplyDeleteThat's a great outfit, but don't blame the hubby. It looks to me like you need a better camera!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great combination!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Looks absolutely fantastic with the red!
ReplyDeleteOMG I love, love, love this entire outfit sooooo much! What a great combination and that pencil skirt is to die for!
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