Billowy top
Fabric
Knit cotton gauze from Fabric.com. Nice and drapey.
Notes on construction/alterations
The fabric didn't seem to be as wide as I was hoping, I think because it's a knit gauze and it naturally shrinks up widthwise. So I wasn't able to use the recommended pattern layout. I bought 2 yards of fabric, but I still had to compromise a bit:
1. My gathered sleeve width is about 2 inches shorter than instructed.
2. I wanted to make the longer blouse (there is a short version and a long version) but I had to settle for something in between. I actually like this length.
Conclusion
I think this looks better with a belt than without. The knit fabric kind of weighs down and the top looks dumpy without it. The belt I'm wearing in these photos is close to what I want, but I'd like to find something just a bit more narrow. And softer.
I found the wood buttons in my stash but I'm considering switching them out for ivory buttons, something more subtle. It'll depend on the belt that I settle on really.
Twill pocket skirt
BWOF 3-2005-126
Fabric
Cotton stretch twill in "putty", Robert Kaufman brand purchased at my local fabric store.
Notes on construction/alterations
I was attacted ot this skirt because of the pocket and tab details. It's also supposed to have a kick pleat in the center front seam but I omitted that.
This was my first time using topstitching thread; once I got the tension figured out I really liked it.
The buttons are courtesy of Cidell who shared some of her Fabric Mart bulk buttons with me (thanks again Cidell!).
Conclusion
I have a similar skirt that I've worn to death over the past few summers. I think this will be it's replacement and maybe I'll add another version to my closet later on.
