Make a Garment a Month: November plans Simplicity 2451

 This project has been sitting on my sewing table since the summer: Simplicity 2451 View C. It was cut out of a red. stretch cotton sateen, and then got pushed aside for a couple of dresses :-). I don't like to have sewing projects backed up, so I thought I would just go ahead and finish it, and it will be ready for next Spring!


So far I have sewn in the pleats, the pockets, and attached the yoke.
Next up: zipper + lining.

Comments

  1. Faye LewisNovember 12, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    Can't wait to see your new skirt Patty!

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  2. PoldaPopNovember 12, 2013 at 8:40 PM

    Oooo, I love RED! And that lining looks lovely!

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  3. SewingfunthingsNovember 12, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    It should be really pretty in red.

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  4. Karen SNovember 13, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    I luv!! the polka dot fabric

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  5. Sarah LizNovember 23, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    I am so glad you finished this skirt Patty - and some garments do have a mind of their own! The red is lovely. The polka dot lining is going to bring a smile to your face whenever your put the skirt on :).

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