Oh what a blast this challenge has been. I think this was the best yet, don't you?
I didn't realize how much I could accomplish, but I couldn't of done it if were not for Hubby's help and the girls giving me, "ME" time.
So here's my last project:
Now before we jump in, let me explain about this number. No, it's not a costume.
This is for my eldest. 14 year olds count for this challenge, right? I mean technically she is still a child... well my child anyway!
She had seen a skirt similar to this is in a Japanese Gothic Lolita Magazine last year and has been bugging me to make one. So during one of our romps in the LA fabric district last year, she found this fabric. She had her "heavenly" moment. Y'know like me, when I find the right fabric, the ethereal light shining, the angels singing... that moment.
Now... as you can probably see, she has a "style" of her own. We have had many discussions about her "style" and when and where it's appropiate to wear what. Typical teenager... rolling of the eyes, the heavy sighs, the whole drama. Sheesh! So I made her a deal.
"Okay, Soph... if YOU make it, you can wear it."
Oh God, what just slip through my lips, I thought. Too late now... can't go back on my word. So time went by, she didn't have any desire to learn how to sew. ***PHEW!***
Until now...
So reluctantly happily, I sat down with her and we did the skirt together. Mostly me, as she sat and watched.
In the magazine, it had two buckles towards the top and a side zipper. Couldn't find any darn buckles so that was not happening as for zippers... I'm too dang lazy and I wanted this to be quick.
I didn't think the ruffles and pleats combo would work, but to my dismay, it ain't bad. Cute actually. In fact, it inspired me to make this:
Which she's still waiting for you in the shop, BTW!
Oh you should've seen her face when it was done. From "Mom, you don't understand!" to "You're the most awesomest mom!". So we shall see if she really pushes forward with sewing.
My offer still stands.
Who knows... maybe one day she'll be a famous crazy haute couture designer. We shall see.
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Thank you, Meg for hosting another great challenge. And to all of you crazy-talented moms out there, what an inspiration you all have been! It was fun and I'll see at the next challenge!!!
Love the skirt. Great make. I'm a mom and a sort of fan of gothic lolita but being a mom of girls, that lolita part draws a fine line. This make is perfect. So inspired to ruffle and pleat something right now!
Posted by: Jenny Scheidt @ Squawk | October 14, 2011 at 07:45 PM
I love the skirt! you're so talented! i have 2 girls(12&16..neither of them sew.(yet) Did you use a double needle for the top stitching just above the pleats? What pattern did you use for skirt? i'd love to make one for my daughter.... LOVE your blog! Thanks for sharing~
Posted by: Katherine Keenan | October 15, 2011 at 11:05 PM
This is such a fun pattern/color and I adore that you included your daughter in the process. Perhaps you'll spur a love of sewing! Great job and I agree - it was the best KCWC to date! PS - I LOVE LOVE LOVE your blog background.
Posted by: Kimberly | October 16, 2011 at 01:58 PM
I love the fabric choices and I love that you made it together! What a great way to end the challenge!
Posted by: Carla | October 16, 2011 at 08:23 PM
Love BOTH items. Great that your daughter got involved with the sewing too!
Posted by: Stephanie | October 17, 2011 at 02:55 AM
Those are both soooooo great! I love that print on the second one. I call it Edward Gorey, even though it's not. It reminds me of that. Love em. You girly should be excited!
Posted by: Kelley G. | October 18, 2011 at 12:48 PM