Guys. Guess what. I made an article of clothing. From scratch. Yippee! With stripes and a pocket and a comfy elastic waist following this tutorial. Actually, I’m not crazy about the shape (I think the waist is a little big and a little too much bunching), but it really wasn’t very difficult at all and it’s exciting to think of all the possibilities. I have actually make a skirt once before. It was a church activity when I was 15 and it ended up being so short that I wasn’t allowed to wear it. I thought it was hot. I think it was like 13 inches long. Can you believe how horribly mean my parents were? Geez.
DIY: Stripey Elastic Skirt
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congratulations on a successful skirt! yours is absolutely adorable!
I think it looks great. And in my opinion might look even better with a wider waistband! I love the stripes. Nice job.
haha that story is funny. i'd love to learn how to sew. i wish we had decent sewing classes way up here in the north.
love, love it.
oh too cute! I saw this pattern the other day, I love the stripes! -kb
That is a hilarious story 🙂
I am going to do this!
Super cute! I love the black and white stripe fabric.
michelle, such a great idea. i'll have to try it with a pillowcase
Stripes + Pockets = Awesome. You're so creative!
I used to make skirts from vintage pillow cases in high school. Just add some elastic and you're good to go.
This is great! Stripes are always fun!
soo cute! love it, liz
What cute fabric. Oh my gosh… how do you do it? All of these crafts/ DIY's, and then blogging about it… superwoman. We are closing on a house next week… you have given me some good decor ideas… thanks a million. And… your house is up for rent already!? I will keep my ears open for friends looking for a darling ave's place.
i love the skirt! the stripes are perfect.
um, make me one!super cute liz 🙂
beth, the shirt is from target, merona shirred boat neck top. it's super soft, i love it.
so cute and love that top, where did you get it? terrific color
Thanks guys! The pockets are a floral pattern but it's hard to see from the photos.
i think it's adorable. that bit of contrast lining peeking out of the pocket = cute!
Looks great! I really love the fabric you used, it is perfect with your green shirt.
so cute!
Wow, so great! I don't think it looks weird, especially for your first, or, second article of clothing-Lisa Dane
Thank you for this! I might attempt to make it!
ha! parents are the worst. liz, i think it's totally cute! good work