The Pleated Maxi Skirt
12:00 AM
I've been seeing maxi skirts everywhere and I wanted one too. They seem pretty simple to make, so I didn't bother seeking out a pattern. From the ones I've seen in stores, I knew I wanted mine to be 45" long. That seem to be the ideal length. And possibly longer depending on my heel height.
I used the plissé fabric that I'd talked about. And since I'd never worked with this kind of fabric before, the Threads "Designer Techniques" issue was very handy.
I basically cut two pieces of fabric that were 42" wide. If you're wondering how I came up with that width? I saw a skirt in the store that was around those dimensions. The pleats run from selvage to selvage. Since this fabric does not fray, I didn't bother finishing the seams or hemming. And I added elastic at the waist. I thought the fabric would be difficult to cut and work with, but it wasn't. I found a ballpoint needle worked best.
And it can also be pulled up and worn belted as a dress!
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26 comments
It looks great both ways. Love your hair in the first shots, especially.
ReplyDeleteLove it!!!!
ReplyDeleteCute!
ReplyDeleteGot to love projects that are that easy and produce such great results, a great look for summer.
ReplyDeleteAnd both styles look fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThat's really nice. I love that you can style it 2 ways. Did you have any problems sewing this fabric as I have been considering using it but wasn't quite sure what to do with it?
ReplyDeleteNice! Great color on you too! Welcome back!
ReplyDeleteNice!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty.
ReplyDeleteCool idea!
ReplyDeletevery fun.
ReplyDeleteCompletely fabulous, as usual! I'd like to whip up a maxi skirt for myself. They look like a good way to amp up the drama while still looking casual.
ReplyDeleteVogue Fabrics sells pleated fabric in solid colors by special order. Some of the fabrics are really pretty. It's not cheap....I think it's more than $25 a yard, but it would be stunning for a statement dress.
ReplyDeleteThe skirt looks so flattering on you.
ReplyDeletegreat job!
now i wish i had bought that exact same belt to pair with my maxi skirt. very nice. love the mixed colors.
ReplyDeleteBoth looks are amazing! The color looks fabulous.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great look both ways.
ReplyDeleteAwesome. Give me the secret to turn the simplest outfit into absolutely fabulous !!! I love your makeup too§
ReplyDeleteI love it!! You took it from boho to glam, you look GORGEOUS!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. It's a winner!
ReplyDeleteThat is so clever - have been asked to make a maxi skirt by my daughter. Thanks for giving me the inspiration. It's awesome!
ReplyDeleteSuper pretty! Love the skirt's versatility and it's color! BTW, love your makeup---the dramatic eyes and lighter lip color is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteVry nice projct.
ReplyDeleteI was in Anthropologie today and saw a skirt and said "yes" it finally is tall enough... then I realized it was supposed to be a dress. Ha! It can be both!!
ReplyDeleteLove this. Thanks for being so inspirational!
I love this!
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT! I might steal this idea, I just need to find the right fabric... I haven't seen anything like this at the local fabric stores
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