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Other: GertiesBook (The Pencil Skirt) thumbsup - Type:Skirts    printable version
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Reviewed by:ErikaMadeIt
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Posted on:12/7/12 9:51 AM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Fabric:Wool Coating  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description:
Pencil Skirt from Gertie's book for better sewing
Pattern Sizing:
I did a size 10
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Very easy to follow, I followed all her tips
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I love the style, I love the shape
Fabric Used:
Wool, rayon bemberg lining
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
none, just shortened it a bit
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
YES. it's addictive
Conclusion:

I also followed Gertie's instructions and added spiral steel boning into the waistband
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michellep74 said...
Cute skirt! I really love most of the designs in Gertie's book but haven't made any of them yet.
12/7/12 1:25 PM
Lori V said...
Very cute.
12/7/12 5:26 PM
olybinewski said...
Wow, I love this! Adding the boning is totally one of those steps I'd balk at, wondering if it was worth the effort... Obviously it is. I love how you've styled the skirt.
12/7/12 8:03 PM
Eva Suzanne said...
A great skirt...looks fabulous on you ...& the color is bold & feminine.
12/8/12 0:23 AM
TalyQ said...
Looks very nice.
12/8/12 1:49 AM
KatC83 said...
Oh, very cute! It's good to read about somebody adding boning - I've never braved that.
12/8/12 1:57 AM
punkmik said...
i need to start making some of these. urs is so pretty! great colour! amazing job!
12/9/12 10:04 AM
imsewcrazy said...
Beautiful color and the fit is perfect!
12/9/12 2:02 PM
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