I have no idea why I gave up before last summer but it seems like a dumb move on my part as I think it would have been a useful addition to the wardrobe, and I could've also taken it to Vietnam with me.
I think I decided making the waistband casing for the elastic was a pain, and then I always stumble with elastic (finding the right kind that's soft and comfy, making sure it's *just* the right length. I thought the Chambray (bought from Tessuti Fabrics) would be too poufy but I think it's ok now that I see it on myself (with my #simplicity1366 top in a knit). Also, please note this is NOT A KNIT.
This is a fairly simple sew, aimed at beginners as it's sans nasty zippers and button holes. The skirt has quite a few panels that reduce the poufiness of an elastic waisted skirt and I think I slowed things down by top-stitching down each seam but it does mean that things will sit nice and flat when I wear it.
And a note to say that my waist measurement is MUCH bigger than the biggest size shown here so if you're curvy this could work for you.
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Pattern: Sewaholic Rae Skirt
Size: 16
Modifications: none.
Fabric: Chambray (bought from Tessuti Fabrics)
Changes for next time: none, though perhaps a bit longer would be good
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