I cut into the Black Organic Jersey Knit from Bloom last night. I own a few stretchy skirts that I love to wear. They don’t need ironing, are really comfortable and easy to dress up or down. I’ve been tempted to go shopping for more, but know that I can easily make one for less than a quarter of the price I’ll pay in a shop.
So last night, it took me 1 1/2 hours to draft the pattern, cut and sew this stretchy skirt. I added a yoga-style waistband to the top, but also included a row of hidden elastic to ensure that it doesn’t slip down. (Nothing worse than a skirt that won’t stay up!!)
I thought it needed a bit of extra detail, so popped a ruffle trim on the bottom. 
I’m really pleased with the results and know that I’ll get a lot of wear out of it. I’m leaning towards sewing lots more “basics” at the moment – everyday wear like this skirt. Next up is a pair of yoga pants.
If all goes well, would you like to see a pattern incorporating both the skirt and pants? They sew up quickly and easily and are great for someone who is experimenting with sewing with knit fabric for the first time.
If all goes well, would you like to see a pattern incorporating both the skirt and pants? They sew up quickly and easily and are great for someone who is experimenting with sewing with knit fabric for the first time.
Do you have any other “basics” pattern ideas that you have been looking for?
