Friday, December 17, 2010

Move over Mondo



Well, not really. But this was certainly inspired by him.

LOVE this fabric!

Large houndstooth was on my wish list for my Thanksgiving trip to G street so I was thrilled when I spied this.

I used a poly fabric cut on the bias for the cording. It has a wee little check pattern, but I don't think you can see it.



I used Simplicity 9825 for the basic pattern, but I tweaked the pattern last year for another skirt and I used that tweak for this as well. The Simplicity has one seam down the front and back (with a back zipper). This version has two seams front and back with a side zipper.



I still need to hem the skirt and lining, and sew on a hook and eye.

I'm having a casual day so no photo of me modeling it until later this week.

4 comments:

Huskerbabe said...

It's beautiful! I love that black and white houndstooth!

Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic) said...

What a cute skirt! I love the houndstooth!

Remnant said...

Thanks, Kris! Appreciate your comment.

Ho ho ho - THE Carolyn complimented me? Carolyn, while I gave Mondo the credit for inspiration, can you find YOUR inspiration in my skirt? The panel (reminiscent of your red/white dress) and the cording (reminiscent of many of your garments). You have taught me soooo much!

Gail said...

I love the way you've played with the directions of the houndstooth. Simple, but very effective.