Friday 2 July 2010

Enough already with the Burda skirt ......

I have already made two versions of the a-line skirt, pattern 104, in the February issue of Burda Style magazine (featured in this post) but I couldn’t resist making one more.

I purchased some lovely cotton sateen from Gorgeous Fabrics and felt it would be perfect for this easy to wear and easy to make style. I really love a black and white skirt, especially for summer. You can always pair it with either black or white but I think it also looks great with a pop of just about any bright colour. As my DH hasn’t been around enough to grab a picture of me wearing the skirt (and do you really need to see me in the third version of this skirt?!), I’m showing you a photo of it alongside the top and accessories I am going to wear it with today.

Much as I love the pattern, I think that this has to be the last time I make it – well for this year at least!

So here’s what I’m working on at the moment.


It’s a kind of shirtwaist style and I’m making it in this art deco style cotton print (purchased from the UK based supplier Chrysalis Fabrics) with a plain black waistband and bow.

Cool to wear but not totally casual is my aim.

As soon as it’s completed it’s going straight into my suitcase. Yes, I said suitcase because, HURRAH, on Sunday my DH and I are off to that great centre of fabulousness - New York City - for two whole weeks! I can hardly wait to step foot on those sparkling, but hot, streets of Manhattan. I think I might find myself in the garment district once or twice …… or more. Yes, I know my stash is stuffed but who can resist the lure of the New York garment district?

While I’m away I shall try to get to a computer to read your blogs and see what you’re all doing so that I don’t miss you too much, although I shall probably be taking a vacation from blogging myself. However, I do hope to have some nice things to show you on my return …….


26 comments:

  1. I hope you have a wonderful time in New York. There is so much to see and I always have a great time when I go there.

    Hey, love the skirt. Sound to me like you may have a TNT pattern there.

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  2. Have ANOTHER great trip! Skirt is great.

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  3. Email me if you want some company in the district! And of course the skirt is lovely and you should make as many as you want!!!

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  4. Have a great trip! The skirt looks different in each fabric and it's flattering, so why not make it 3 times? Boredom would be a reason, but it's a lovely skirt and I love the yellow with it.

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  5. Wow!! That skirt is fantastic and the outfit is perfect! Have fun in New York City - Great time to go!

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  6. It all looks great together. Have fun!

    Trudy
    www.sewingwithtrudy.blogspot.com

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  7. Have a great time in my city! I'll be away next week but maybe I'll run into you the following week. Be sure to go to Elliott Berman Textiles; that's my new favorite store.

    It's going to be very hot here. Might I suggest a trip to our fabulous Long Island beaches? They are utterly beautiful and worth the trip. Just don't forget the sunscreen!

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  8. I'll be taking the train down Monday for only two days. Plan to hit the fabric stores again as well. I'll second the heat forecast. Here in upstate NY we hear it'll be a week of record temps. Remember to keep well hydrated and have a great time.

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  9. This is a great summer-outfit. I like it how the colour of your shoes match perfectly with your top. It brings you in a sunny mood right away.
    I hope you have a wonderful time in New York. Enjoy it as much as you can!!

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  10. Skirt looks great and I hope you have a blast in New York!

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  11. I really like the outfit. I say make it as often as you like. ;-) If it works, enjoy it. Have fun!
    C

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  12. You can never have too many of that Burda skirt! It looks so good on you!! I love this version with the acessories. The yellow really makes it "pop".

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  13. The skirt is v cute and I can imagine it will get worn heaps - as you mention, it will go with so much!
    Loving your shirtdress fabric too! Have a great fabric shopping trip, I mean, holiday ;)

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  14. I love the skirt and don't see any problem making it over and over and over and over. Can you take me with you?

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  15. Great skirt, I like the pop of color. Have a wonderful trip, you taking an extra suitcase for fabric buying in NYC?

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  16. Beautiful skirt! Make as many as you like :)


    Have a wonderful trip!

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  17. Great looking outfit, different fabrics make the skirts look different, you can make a bunch of them! Have a fantastic trip!

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  18. Lovely outfit! Have fun! :)

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  19. Wow, I love that fabric! It looks fantastic with the yellow. And the second fabric you have selected....wow! Looks great! You have such a good eye for prints!

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  20. Your skirt is great!! Love the yellow with it!

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  21. Very cute outfit. The life of jetsetters. Sounds sooo lovely. Stay safe, and have loads of fun. It's been rainy in some states. I'd love to hear about your trip when you get back.

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  22. I'm loving that black and white skirt and how you paired it with the yellow top and cool accessories. What great style inspiration. Your next project looks like it will be a great one as well. Have fun in the Big Apple! I love the garment district! All the fabrics make me drool!!!! I can't wait to see what you bring back!!!

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  23. That outfit is so cool. I also love the umbrella print. I'm looking for something similar.

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  24. As someone who will purchase a RTW item in multiple colors/prints if I love it, no side-eye from me making the same skirt pattern over and over. In fact, I have a wearable muslin of this exact skirt on the sewing table and if all goes well, it will also be made up in a patchwork madras. At least you won't be alone in the multiples department. ;)

    Have a great time in NYC!!

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  25. The skirt is lovely. Looks great with the yellow. Have a safe trip :)

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  26. I love the fabric you are using for the dress!

    Enjoy NY - there are just so many great places here to shop for fabric, trim and notions. I hope you at least get a day to indulge!

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