I love skirts and dresses. I wear them a lot, especially in the summer months when it is warm outside. I have wanted a pattern for a knit a-line skirt pattern for a while! I have pencil skirt patterns, but sometimes prefer something a bit less-fitted. I have skater skirt patterns, but as much as I like them, they require so much fabric. So I've been on the lookout for a good a-line skirt pattern for months probably.
The skirt has seams in the front, back, and sides. However, if you prefer, you can eliminate your seam allowance and cut the front and back pieces on the fold. This is what I did. I think the seams would look so nice on solid fabrics, but I didn't want a seam in the middle of my floral print, so I chose to cut on the fold instead.
I know that pattern says that View B has pockets, but you can totally add the pocket pieces to any view you choose! 😉 My skirt is View A with pockets!
Fabric and Notions
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When I saw the tester call for Linea A-Line Skirt by Wardrobe by Me, I got excited! It's the skirt I've been looking for, and it's a designer I love!
All the Details about This Pattern:
This pattern is drafted for US Sizes 0-24. It is to be used with knit fabrics. You can use stable knits or drapier knits. There are three different views. View A is the shortest, which falls around knee length. This is the one I made. View B is a little longer, and has pockets. View C has a really beautiful flounce piece to make the hem full.
I know that pattern says that View B has pockets, but you can totally add the pocket pieces to any view you choose! 😉 My skirt is View A with pockets!
For this pattern, you will need a knit fabric with some stretch. You can choose a stable knit (such as liverpool, scuba, or ponte), or a drapier knit for a different look. You will also need a little strip of interfacing if you are adding the pockets. Lastly, elastic is required for the waistband, so be sure you have some 1.5" elastic that is at least as long as your waist measurement.
My Skirt
As I mentioned, I sewed my skirt using View A length, which hits just at about the knees. It's a perfect, comfortable length. I added the pockets to mine, which have already come in handy for holding keys when we go to the park! My skirt is made from a liverpool fabric. I love sewing and wearing liverpool. It sews so easily, and is super comfortable to wear. Big bonus... it doesn't wrinkle!
What to Pair with the Skirt
I had the hardest time deciding what to wear with my skirt. I had some red solid rayon spandex that came as a bundle with this liverpool, so I already knew which fabric to use! But, I was stuck between making a Daisy Dolman and a Wardrobe Builder Tee.
The Daisy Dolman is a bit of a looser fit, and if I chose this pattern, I planned to tuck it in and let it blouse out a bit.
The Wardrobe Builder tee is a slimmer fit, and I thought it would look best left out over the skirt.
Ultimately, I chose to go with the Daisy Dolman because tucking a shirt in would still allow me access to my pockets!
I didn't have time to sew either before turning in my final pictures for the test, so for those photos, it is paired with a solid white, slim-fitting, v-neck, store bought tee. I like this look too though!
So Head on Over to the Wardrobe by Me Site.... and check this pattern out for yourself! 💗💗
I couldn't resist making a matching outfit for my sister! 💗💙
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What a stunning outfit, Laura!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I think it will be one of my favorites this summer <3
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