Sewing: Skirt from McCalls M7500


This skirt was adapted from the McCalls M7500 pattern.




I used the skirt from view C and D, which has the ruffle. I cut out the pieces, sewed them together, then simply turned over the top of the skirt piece and made a channel for the elastic. 

In future, I might make a waistband instead, as the tapered nature of the skirt pieces made the top of the skirt a little hard to turn over and sew. Luckily the gathering at the top hid any issues. Apart from this, and a LOT of gathering on the ruffle, it was an easy pattern.

I used a sheet to see if I liked the pattern, and if the fit was right. It ended up so nice I will be wearing it as the cream colour looks good with other Victoriana or Steampunk clothes. 

I will definitely use the skirt pattern again for Steampunk or Lolita themed skirts. I have some Steampunk fabric that I think would go nicely. Maybe with a cream ruffle.

Comments

  1. Victoria21 December 2021 at 05:59

    Gorgeous skirt..so beautifully made. yes the style can be used for so many themes. I just love it..especially the ruffles. wishing you a magical week..

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  2. Magaly Guerrero1 January 2022 at 09:21

    You are so very creative! I love the skirt (the top, too). They both look great on you.

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  3. Debra She Who Seeks6 January 2022 at 13:27

    Nice skirt! The one and only time I ever sewed a skirt was in the late 1960s when I was around 12 years old. I believe I used a McCall's Pattern too! Thanks for popping by my blog today!

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  4. Bracken Crafts- 100 garments29 April 2022 at 01:25

    This is nice. Well done you! You could use this under the more recent one as well to give an extra layer.

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