tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post3579725055827230784..comments2024-03-27T05:20:57.996-04:00Comments on Monica Wilkinson: Skirts for me!Monica Wilkinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17235919587298518908noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-21135956691645648432009-08-30T23:04:19.587-04:002009-08-30T23:04:19.587-04:00such pretty skirts. i love sewing pretty skirts a...such pretty skirts. i love sewing pretty skirts and dresses too.Mrs. Julie Finkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06701922115614490906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-61149303072961170232009-06-30T16:07:44.373-04:002009-06-30T16:07:44.373-04:00I used to sew almost everything I wore, but oddly ...I used to sew almost everything I wore, but oddly stopped sewing when the kids arrived 13 years ago. Isn't that odd?<br /><br />In part, i am able to find clothes at yard sales/thrift shops for much cheaper than I can make them.<br /><br />I love the fabrics you chose and the skirts. Very pretty!<br /><br />I just wanted to say how much I enjoy reading your blog. It feels so peaceful here!<br /><br />~DebbieDebbie in PAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16638334788335810581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-46489231197329475962009-06-30T13:12:32.201-04:002009-06-30T13:12:32.201-04:00Ilove theses skirts!!! They look wonderful on you....Ilove theses skirts!!! They look wonderful on you. Although I am in PA and I think the heatwave is worse by you I have to agree on the jeans are hot to wear. Could you tell me how much each skirt cost to make? I would love to have the same Amy Butler print in those colors but wondering if they have maybe a black and cream print.<br /><br />Beautiful! I bet you got lots of positive comments.<br /><br />Renee<br />Mom of four<br />rbrown7997@yahoo.comReneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07365628016260943621noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-81687875303773198632009-06-27T20:08:44.139-04:002009-06-27T20:08:44.139-04:00I love them! I have been wanting to make some skir...I love them! I have been wanting to make some skirts myself. I enjoy wearing them in the summer. Maybe this will give me the motivation I need. Thanks for sharing all the info!!<br />Smiles!Zaankalihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15656363440368599835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-65409526072301193532009-06-26T10:07:58.158-04:002009-06-26T10:07:58.158-04:00These are so pretty. THey look like they would be ...These are so pretty. THey look like they would be so comfortable for summer. I got a sewing machine recently but have never used one before. If I ever figure it out I would like to make some skirts like these!KChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01952486691858637846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-1834766343602253882009-06-26T08:56:00.442-04:002009-06-26T08:56:00.442-04:00I'm 7 months pregnant and enjoying wearing ski...I'm 7 months pregnant and enjoying wearing skirts this summer. I used to only wear them for church...I've been missing out! How comfy! I am going to be making some for after baby is born in Sept! I don't normally make clothes but have been lately because I couldn't find any modest maternity cloths. I have gotten so many compliments!Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16204690380220310333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-52371328848836960362009-06-25T21:45:32.505-04:002009-06-25T21:45:32.505-04:00How simple is the pattern?
It took me about thre...How simple is the pattern? <br /><br />It took me about three hours from cut out to finish for the layered skirts and a bit shorter for the non-layered a-line skirt.<br /><br />I thought the directions were clear and easy to understand - I usually think patterns are confusing to understand so that is a good sign.<br /><br />I had never done an invisible zipper and was able to do my first one successfully just by following her directions. <br /><br />I do think that overall it is a simple pattern and as long as you take your time and are willing to rip out seams (if necessary!) it would be ok for a beginning seamstress.Monica Wilkinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17235919587298518908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-9488242331390536862009-06-25T21:43:23.547-04:002009-06-25T21:43:23.547-04:00Leanne,
The t's came from Target in the littl...Leanne,<br /><br />The t's came from Target in the little girls section - they were $8.99 and come in magenta, teal, yellow and white.<br /><br />Hope that helps!<br />MonicaMonica Wilkinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17235919587298518908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-68897753634221593212009-06-25T19:51:10.959-04:002009-06-25T19:51:10.959-04:00I love the skirts. They are adorable and the fabr...I love the skirts. They are adorable and the fabrics you chose are great. I have been wanting to make some a line skirts for a while now.<br />RuthRuthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17211297812600845018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-19494342272050182212009-06-25T18:03:13.557-04:002009-06-25T18:03:13.557-04:00Very pretty!Very pretty!Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15472109553620570411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-12250488588819541332009-06-25T18:01:33.650-04:002009-06-25T18:01:33.650-04:00They are SO adorable!! I am going to start making...They are SO adorable!! I am going to start making skirts for myself now that I am in the States. Marie-Madeline just came out with a ladies skirt and I got onthe waiting list for the pattern. I am going to check out the pattern you used too...it's so cute!<br /><br />If I can ask, and I know you have a million comments and questions to answer, but where did you get your T-shirts? They are exactly what I am looking for... :)<br />Blessings,<br />JoyJoy @ SAH Missionaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15447727723922100445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-57892028535168464362009-06-25T17:19:16.730-04:002009-06-25T17:19:16.730-04:00You look so pretty in the skirts! You did a great...You look so pretty in the skirts! You did a great job making them. I make myself sleeveless, simple summer dresses. This summer I too have given up jeans. My DH comments on Sundays how he likes me in dresses and skirts, so I've been trying to wear them more and they are so cool and comfortable. I have also made a few skorts too, but the dresses are my fave by far. I'll have to try some skirts now (you've inspired me).Jenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06703292369408285721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-87370583774432853422009-06-25T16:50:31.934-04:002009-06-25T16:50:31.934-04:00THAT IS SO NEAT! I am so inspired that you sewed y...THAT IS SO NEAT! I am so inspired that you sewed your own skirts.<br />I really like the way a skirt does make you feel more feminine and pretty. So glad you are enjoying the satisfaction of creating, being comfy, cool and beautiful all at the same time. I have recently enjoyed wearing skirts daily and like you said, I do not even want my pants, jeans or shorts back. I like even sitting on the grass with a long spring skirt and wrapped legs to the side. I feel like Ma in the Little House Books with my littles all in my lap. <br /> May the Lord bless your dress. smiles, AngeliaAngelia in TXnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-9299729027410351082009-06-25T13:42:15.599-04:002009-06-25T13:42:15.599-04:00Fresh and lovely!
I've not sewn for awhile. I...Fresh and lovely!<br />I've not sewn for awhile. I'll have to get the machine going!<br />LauraMrs. Laura Lanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17334381585683324912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-16067551899963302272009-06-25T12:13:51.007-04:002009-06-25T12:13:51.007-04:00I wear skirts all the time, it is so stinkin' ...I wear skirts all the time, it is so stinkin' hot here. I buy mine at the Salvation Army, I got a new sewing machine for mothers day. I hope to try it out soon.Kimberlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11675490053122427177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-18137526952888541192009-06-25T10:34:30.783-04:002009-06-25T10:34:30.783-04:00SO adorable!! I ordered the pattern. LOVE it. Love...SO adorable!! I ordered the pattern. LOVE it. Love to have home sewn clothes-don't have the time always though with 2 littles ages 2 and 1 though! but I am certainly going to try and make these. LOVE your fabric choice too! You're just so cute and such an inspiration.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08199150169953962857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-69521553149263381102009-06-25T09:52:17.650-04:002009-06-25T09:52:17.650-04:00I absolutely love them! You did a wonderful job wi...I absolutely love them! You did a wonderful job with them Monica! :)Katyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03118653637763160580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-88566948786035308692009-06-25T09:41:03.197-04:002009-06-25T09:41:03.197-04:00Look great, Monica! I was actually looking through...Look great, Monica! I was actually looking through one of my magazines the other day and came across an apron that had the same layered idea that you used in your girls' skirts.Briehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17512486265530056771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-42000504456047976742009-06-25T09:28:22.788-04:002009-06-25T09:28:22.788-04:00Monica! I love your skirts! I meant to comment on ...Monica! I love your skirts! I meant to comment on the one that you wore last night. I was so drawn to the fabric because I LOVE Amy Butler designs. <br />I, too, love to wear skirts in this hot weather, but I have had a hard time finding any that I am crazy about this summer! I am going to order my pattern and make some soon! You have motivated me!<br />Nice job on the skirts (the girls' skirts were adorable too!)<br />Thanks again for making the trip up here last night! It was soooo wonderful to see you!Kimberleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09548185521060893122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-4066178622594843872009-06-25T09:15:43.864-04:002009-06-25T09:15:43.864-04:00Those skirts are pretty! I have been thinking abo...Those skirts are pretty! I have been thinking about making some skirts, or dresses for myself as well. I was in 4-H, which is where I learned to sew, and have made different items, but none recently. I love the fabric, and will check out the link you gave us.Holly Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08267503229093142779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-1895472395115780272009-06-25T09:06:27.857-04:002009-06-25T09:06:27.857-04:00Cute skirts made cuter when you are wearing them! ...Cute skirts made cuter when you are wearing them! Great job -- love you, Mom<br />PS: I started sewing my own clothes when I was 12 years old (and of course made lots of clothes for you and Carrie when you were growing up), but haven't made many in recent years due to time constraints. However, I miss it and hope to get back to it someday.Momnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-79310471880740621122009-06-25T08:53:23.842-04:002009-06-25T08:53:23.842-04:00oh, those are so nice! i would love to make my ow...oh, those are so nice! i would love to make my own skirts... i think you've inspired me! i've made a few apron tops and dresses without patterns... but i'd probably be better off following something!Devonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16284466678871353733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-28916184229191361602009-06-25T01:00:07.067-04:002009-06-25T01:00:07.067-04:00They are adoreable! I need to do the same thing. ...They are adoreable! I need to do the same thing. What beautiful patterns you picked out!<br /><br />Blessings and hugs<br />jenWife of Robhttp://pairofbartletts.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-39238811208342302352009-06-24T23:52:19.411-04:002009-06-24T23:52:19.411-04:00Monica - This is so funny... I have been wearing a...Monica - This is so funny... I have been wearing a skirt that I picked up at sarmy and cut off a little. I am loving it... you are right it so much cooler... and I just don't enjoy wearing shorts anymore. I was planning on sewing some skirts for myself after I make the girls 4th of july stuff. :) I love the skirts! charCharlotte Cushmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04834522275030119920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13617895.post-22598259083666632652009-06-24T23:05:17.614-04:002009-06-24T23:05:17.614-04:00You are too cute! Love the skirts...so bright and ...You are too cute! Love the skirts...so bright and fun. Enjoy!It's a Mom Thinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09642873910749206412noreply@blogger.com