Tuesday, June 4, 2013

PINK HAPPY THOUGHTS Lucinda Skirt Test







I have to be extremely honest with myself on the subject of sewing. The excitement and creativity seemed to hit a all time low for me until this skirt pattern, Lucinda by BeMyGoth. Available for download here:   https://www.etsy.com/listing/205132191/lucinda-pencil-skirt-downloadable-sewing?ref=shop_home_active_2 For some reason the details of this one really appealed to me and my mind began to swirl with fabric and trim ideas. Since I was doing a pattern test for the designer on this one, I decided to go with the simplest of details .  I also did not use the pockets due to the fabric being to stiff for the design. (Make note to self: make again in different fabric to use pockets). 

This is the perfect garment pattern to use some recently acquired beautiful Hot Pink light wool fabric from Mood Fabrics for $30 per yard.  Sold on Kollabora.com in the shop section under fabrics. Here: http://www.kollabora.com/store/kollabora/products/hot-pink-solid-double-face-fabric
Content: Wool-100%
Designer: Oscar de la Renta
Country: Italy
Width: 61"


Overall the details of the Lucinda were easy to follow and the pieces fit together beautifully. Smart skirt with cute corset waist detail. Zipper closure at back. This visually graphic PDF takes you through the easy steps to create this skirt, including a supply list, step-by-step charts, and Lots of photos Level: Intermediate / Advanced