DIY | Skater Skirt

It's the first day of Spring and I am so excited to say goodbye to Old Man Winter. He has hung around for far TOO long...at least it seems that way in the Mid-West. ANywhO! I thought it would be a great idea to start off my Spring blog with a fun and flirtatious skater skirt. It is also known as a circle skirt. As always I get my inspirations from magazines, the internet, and my dreams..LOL. Yes! I dream about all type of projects. Crazy right..LOL. Well today's DIY was inspired by an amazing seamstress and blogger on the internet named Mimi G. Click here to find her blog. Her tutorials on Youtube are so easy to follow and very inspiring. Click here to find the tutorial to make the skater/circle skirt I have on in the photo. You will not be disappointed. Remember to have fun with your style and stay beautiful!

V8805 | Shift Dress DIY

I am a sucker for flexible style and I love pieces I can use to recreate multiple looks. Several options reduce the amount of headaches I have when it's time to pick something out to wear. It took me a while to get to this point. I was notorious for shopping in the moment. I would lean more toward things that were trendy and less toward classic items. I learned very quickly that my closet really didn't have those go to pieces. It lacked substance. Now that I am older and slightly wiser, I find myself flocking toward items that will give me longevity.....which leads me into my blog topic. The wonderful SHIFT DRESS! awwhhhhhh. LOvE iT!! This dress is so RIGHT for ALL the RIGHT reasons. This dress is great for most figures.  I am a girl with jumbo hips and I love when I can play up my legs and chest to balance out my BaDONKaDonk. (This word is not in Webster.)When I came across this pattern, I knew I would love everything about it. Just like the DIY Joggers (click here) I blogged about, the shift dress is an item you can wear anywhere with a only a little imagination. Listed below are the details on the pattern. Have fun with your style and stay beautiful.

Pattern
V8805

Fabric
Ponte Knit click here (Any of these colors will work well). For summer you could choose a beautiful linen or crepe type fabric to have a nice drape and cool feel. The Ponte fabric is more for milder climates.

Sewing Time
2 hr project

Did the pattern match the results?
Yes

Difficulty of Pattern
Easy

Likes/Dislikes
The pattern came together quickly without any hiccups. This dress is simple and classic. It is all about the fabric you choose.

Alterations
I altered the length. I wanted a little more leg to show so I hemmed the dress a little higher than prescribed. Shift dresses are great for showing off a little leg when everything else is covered. Have fun..right?

Would I sew it again? Yes...and YES!

V8909 | Jogger Chic

It's been a moment since I've blogged about anything. That doesn't mean I haven't been trying to find the time to discuss my completed projects. Sometimes you just got to GO FOR IT! LOL. I am still dealing with the cold weather in Kansas but I have officially stopped sewing any type of winter items. I am SO ready for Spring and Summer. With that said, the first item out the gate are these lovely Joggers. You can truly wear these pants for any occasion. I can jazz them up with a pair of heels and a nice shirt, or I can go casual with a pair of flats and a t-shirt. These pants are great for those days when you want to be comfortable and look fabulous at the same time. I am all about endless options. Listed below are the details on what I used to create the look. Take care and stay beautiful!!

Pattern
V8909

Fabric
Ponte Knit click here (Any of these colors will work well)

Sewing Time
2 hr project

Did the pattern match the results?
Yes

Difficulty of Pattern
Easy

Likes/Dislikes
The pants came out the way the pattern promised. I don't like the elastic band because it adds to much bunching in mid section. I will adjust the pattern in future project by adding a fitted waistband and a side zipper to give a sleeker appearance.

Alterations
I am 5'5 and I had to adjust the length but cutting of a little at the bottom. Make sure you measure yourself and necessary adjustments.

Would I sew it again?
I want them in ALL colors...LOL. Great pattern!