Sunday, November 27, 2011

Mcalls 5523....Misses straight skirt

A wardrobe staple Mcalls 5523. I completed this project last weekend but didn't have time to finish the hem. Another quick and easy project
I love everything about the pattern, very easy and flattering, it’s officially my TNT. I made a wearable muslin from old denim that’s been in my stash forever, and that too is going to het lots of wear.

Fabric: 100% wool, and lined with Bemberg lining
Pattern Description: Straight skirt, mid-knee length, has side zipper and faced waistline; Skirt A has shaped lower back flounce; Skirt B has pleated lower back; Skirt C has gathered lower back with self-fabric ruffle; Skirt D has two lower back flounces
Pattern Sizing: 12-14-16-18 , I cut between 12 &14 at the waist and graded up to 16 just below the waist
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?: Pretty much, but love mine better…wink
Were the instructions easy to follow? Absolutely, I only checked for the pleats direction
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: My usual alteration on pants and skirts as shown below.
I added 1” wedge, so that the back wont be jumpy when I wear it, and I lined it as the pattern didn`t call for lining.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I like everything , more importantly I can wear it with any top....



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12 comments:

  1. Faye LewisNovember 27, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    I love the look of that skirt on you.

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  2. KimberlyNovember 27, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Very nice. I need to get this pattern.

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  3. MyraNovember 27, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Oh I really like this skirt, you did a great job with it! You're correct too, it will go with any top! I'm just getting back from Vacation and ready to jump into Fall/Winter sewing, looks like this is one I need to put on my list!

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  4. gwensewsNovember 27, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    That's a very pretty skirt. Stylish and chic. You are on a roll!

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  5. Linda LNovember 27, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Lovely skirt. I have this pattern and have made at least two from it. Your skirt looks great and love the belt.

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  6. VictoriaNovember 27, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Lovely skirt!

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  7. DianaNovember 28, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Great skirt and the fit is just right isn't it!Love the back!

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  8. SheilaNovember 28, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Lovely skirt and will work with a variety of tops.

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  9. Regina GeeNovember 29, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    So cute! I have this pattern and have not made it but now I will!

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  10. AdrienneNovember 29, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Love it! This is my fav skirt pattern.

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  11. velosewsNovember 29, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    That is a lovely skirt. Nice styling

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  12. Aurelia December 4, 2011 at 5:36 AM

    I love it. Thank you for sharing.

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