May 30, 2008
Somehow I see Ellie Mae Clampett wearing this dress on a picnic…
This dress is Lorna’s but I have enough to make up to a size six in little girls sizes so I’m offering one. Custom. Dress.
WHAT! Dress you say? Yep. I don’t usually do this but I decided to go ahead and try this time. I’m justifying it by the fact that there is a skirt attached to a bodice so therefore technically I am offering a skirt! It just comes with additional fabric for maximum modesty. (assuming you didn’t have a shirt of course!)
In addition to offering this dress in sizes 2T-6x… I am also offering minor bodice variations. You can have regular sleeves on a regular bodice, sleeveless with a regular bodice, or… straps without mini sleeves as shown. I adapted this from this pattern…
See… I liked the idea of a dress with straps… but I liked little half sleeves so I put em both together. I’m funny that way.
The Dress…
(Btw, that is an optical illusion caused by camera angle. The hemline does not dip oddly at one side)
I will need the following measurements to create your garment
Chest-
Waist-
Desired Shoulder to Hem Length-
$ 20.00 pp (garment will be shipped within 5 days of payment barring calamity.)
May 19, 2008
I wanted to call this skirt “Vintage” something. It feels very country thirties to me. However, no names worked for it! Made from a printed voile and lightweight gingham, this skirt is fully lined so no slip necessary. It’s cool, crisp, and ultra feminine.
The Specs:
Length- 32″
Low Waist- 31.5″
Hip- 39″
$28.50 pp
The size on this skirt should be a 4/6 but I think it’s more of an 8. I am not sure what I did differently but it is larger than the last one I made in a similar style. Please check the measurements against your body. Your hips should be about 2-3″ smaller than the hip measurement above and the waist measurement should hang comfortably approximately 2″ below your natural waist.
Machine wash, hang dry, press with warm iron.
May 15, 2008
This fabric reminds me of the Burberry plaid. It is not Burberry fabric and should not be mistaken for it. The peachy tan has dark sage and white stripes with coralish stripes as well. It is printed on the bias and made from a lycra stretch lightweight twill. This fabric does not need a slip and is super comfortable and durable. Challice had a skirt out of this in blue and it wore like a dream. Hangs beautifully, and well, enough about my opinion, here’s the skirt! I do have enough for at least one more of these and we do have more of that blue so if you would like to see other styles, sizes, or the other color, please comment and let me know.
presenting….
Prepped for Summer!
The Specs:
Length- 27.5″
Low Waist- 29″ (aprox 2″ below natural waist)
Hip- 42″
$ 22.50 pp
SKIRT MEASUREMENTS. I would recommend this for a natural waist of 26 or 27″ or so. While this is sized as a ladies 4/6, if worn at the natural waist, it could be worn a size larger (especially on juniors) I suppose but I’ve never tried that myself. It might not work but I’ve heard of people doing it.
Care: Machine wash, hang dry to protect the integrity of the lycra (we stuck ours in the dryer and it wore like a dream but I have to say that since it’s the offical opinion of the fabric manufacturer.) Cool iron if desired. Off to iron it now… I never did iron out all the fold lines I had from having it stacked with my fabric.
PS. The fabric mentioned is shown here: This is not naturally cut on the bias but can be upon request.
May 15, 2008
The Specs:
Length- 25.5″
Waist- (undrawn) 36″
$ 18.50 pp
This skirt will fit very hippy women as long as they can slide the skirt over their hips or over their chest. The waist can be cinched in significantly before it’s bulky. Personally, I would label it a 6 or 8 but for those who like maximum reduced bulk and can get it over their hips, it’ll easily fit a size 10. I think waists of smaller than 26″ might find the drawstring creates too much bulk.
Machine Wash, tumble dry, press with hot iron.
May 14, 2008
Perfect for wandering through Chinatown, Taipei, or on a walk with the kids! This versatile skirt is full enough for easy and free movement while allowing the skirt to skim the hips without extra bulk. The waist band is a mock yoke tied with thin grosgrain ribbon. Zips at the side for a perfect fit.
Designed for women of a slighter build. Sizes 2-6 depending on the brand.
The Specs-
Length- 31″
Waist (lower than normal waist)- 31″
Hip- 38″
$24.00 pp
Machine wash cool, tumble dry, steam iron for a sharp crisp look. Enjoy!
May 13, 2008
In honor of Michael Miller’s excellent fabric, “Floral Fusion,” I offer you…. Drum roll please… Retro fusion!
PLEASE NOTE: The twill tape I used to show the drawstring is NOT the drawstring you will receive unless you request it. The drawstring you will receive is dark brown and matches the grosgrain ribbon trim (sans the dots of course).
The Specs: (remember, these are GARMENT measurements)
Length- 31″
High Hip- 42″
Low hip- 54″
$ 25.50 pp
Designed for approximately size 16-18 and should fit measurements
High hip/low waist - 37″
Low hip-47″ (or so)
It would help to measure your favorite skirt about 1″ below the natural waist and compare actual garment measurements to yours.
Machine wash cool, tumble dry, steam iron for that crisp sharp look of the ’60’s. Enjoy!
March 13, 2008
Oh I had to use up the last little bit of French-e-dellic and this gingham just called to me! I originally purchased some floral trim to add spark but once I needed two rows of it, it was just too much! SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Voila.. Shabby Retro was born. A simple a-line skirt with an inset band for fun and frolicksomeness (I have a cool idea for a future one too! it’s going to be AWESOME!)
The Specs- (remember, these are GARMENT measurements)
Length- 28.5″
Waist- 38″
Hips- 49″
Would best fit a ladies size 14/16.
Machine wash cool, hang dry (for color fastness), steam iron as needed/desired.
$24.50
March 12, 2008
Ok, so I have loved this fabric since the first time I saw it! Then I saw it again. And then again. And again. And finally I knew what I wanted to do.
I bought it. It called to me. It said, “I would look adorable riding a bike through a small town, walking along the beach, on the deck of a cruise ship, or through Disneyland/World as the family has a blast!”
Then something else happened. It’s a little freaky but when creative juices flow, there’s no stopping them. I created my own design. I am SURE someone else has done this. In the history of mankind, this skirt HAS existed- possibly even with the bound scallops. BUT, I’ve never seen one. Ever. So it’s mine and I’m naming this style, “Alexa” after one of my favorite characters. She’s an eccentric author with a style all her own. Don’t you think this fits her?
Drawstring waist helps for a perfect fit!
Isn’t it the epitome of fun? I loved it so much I’ve already gone back and purchased enough fabric to make ME one. It won’t look as cute on me as it does on Kaylene but it WILL be fun to wear. (Note to self: ensure two huge flowers aren’t strategically positioned on posterior.)
The Specs
Length- 24″
Waist- 34.5′
Hips- 48″
Sized as a ladies 4-8 or so. Kaylene is wearing this on her hips about 3″ below her waist. (She’s incredibly short waisted like her mom. 1″ between hips and ribs”
Remember that you need to be able to get it over your hips. Usually you can easily put on something a couple of inches too small to WEAR on your hips over your hips but I had to warn you. I’m thinking about a zipper next time. For fun. What does everyone think?
Machine wash cool, hang dry, steam iron as desired.
$32.00 (don’t forget, post paid!)
