SKIRTS

Bias Gore Skirt

An 8 gore skirt with deep on-seam pockets, a contoured waistband, and a center front button closure.This was my first piece patterned to create a custom fit. I wanted to create a skirt that was versatile - comfortable and flows for summer, but more coverage for cooler weather and traveling. I also wanted to make sure to create pockets with ample space.

Details:

  • Fabric is a tencel cotton blend

  • Buttons are made of wood

  • Contour waistband was patterned to create a custom fit

  • Pockets are 9” deep and can easily hold a phone, wallet, or even a small book

  • Inner waistband is finished with a seam tape bound curtain

I paired this piece with my bomber jacket for a photo shoot. Check it out here:

Next Steps:

I really enjoyed dyeing the wool for this project and would love to do more of this, specifically with natural dyes. The look of the topstitching and the piecing with the wool is something I would like to try out in a jacket, pants, or maybe another style of skirt. I have continued to use the waistband curtain finish on other projects and really like both how this can add a pop of color and create a clean looking finish.

Wool Paneled Straight Skirt

A project from my first quarter construction class at Seattle Central College’s Apparel Design and Development program. I focused on even top stitching, elegant waistband and hem finishes, camouflaging ons-eam pockets, and learning how to line a garment.

Details:

  • Shell is made from 100% wool, hand-dyed sage green

  • Lining is 100% polyester

  • Front yoke and 3 panels on front

  • On-seam pockets on side seams

  • Pieced on waistband with seam tape curtain to finish inside edge

  • 4 darts in back panel

  • Lapped zipper with hook and eye closure on waistband extension

  • Slit at center back