The Bank Holiday weekend seemed the perfect time for a little sewing - weather wet enough to keep me indoors, but spring-like enough to make me think my wardrobe was ready for seasonal additions.
I've had this Anna Maria Horner Garden Party fabric for an age. But I knew from when I first got my mitts on it, that it was destined to become a skirt.
The pattern is my 'go to' A line one - Amy Butler's Barcelona Skirts. It fits me well, sews up really fast and works great with quilting weight cotton. But really, it's all about the print isn't it?
Gorgeous fabric choice Ali. And you're right the Barcelona pattern is easy to whip up - perfect summer skirts.
Posted by: lina | 05 May 2010 at 23:23
Oh, so cute. Nice boots too, Mrs.
Posted by: Megan | 06 May 2010 at 01:14
it looks great! i have the same fabric in a different colorway waiting to be made into a skirt too.
Posted by: erin | 06 May 2010 at 02:48
it is fabulous!
Posted by: jen | 06 May 2010 at 05:19
It's gorgeous
Tch, blog reading keeps making me feel tempted to attempt a skirt. Even though I have some skirts in the wardrobe gathering dust...
Posted by: UK lass in US | 06 May 2010 at 05:29
really lovely, although for me it would have to a be a lot longer, like no leg showing at all - well it wouldnt do for anyone to see the thermals underneath - it's still soooooooo cold here.......
Posted by: driftwood | 06 May 2010 at 07:08
I love the fabric it works really well, shows the print of lovely.
Do you put a lining in? Cheers
Jenny
Posted by: Jenny | 06 May 2010 at 07:44
Completely stunning.
How wonderful to have such a pretty handmade item in your wardrobe.
Lisa x
Posted by: Lisa | 06 May 2010 at 07:46
fabulous. a very happy skirt!
Posted by: kelly | 06 May 2010 at 08:03
Oh I love it. I must try and make something for me. I have not attempted clothes yet, you might inspire me
Posted by: TheMadHouse | 06 May 2010 at 08:22
The perfect match with that top, and those boots, and that garden. Very, very nice.
Posted by: The List Writer | 06 May 2010 at 08:26
Very cool!
Posted by: Petit Filoux | 06 May 2010 at 08:38
Oh dear....I can feel another skirt coming on! It's gorgeous! Love, Amanda xxx
Posted by: amanda makes | 06 May 2010 at 08:57
Gorgeous. And a definite sign of spring if you can wear it with bare legs!
Posted by: Tracy | 06 May 2010 at 09:27
looking good - the perfect skirt for that gorgeous fabric. Wish I felt brave enough to attempt a zip!
Posted by: Julie | 06 May 2010 at 09:39
I am so on the verge of attempting to make myself something to wear! This may well be the final push - it's gorgeous!
Posted by: Dragonfly | 06 May 2010 at 11:51
Now THAT is a fabulous skirt. Bravo!
Posted by: Tiffany | 06 May 2010 at 12:28
That's gorgeous fabric. I've made one of those Barcelona skirts (although not actually worn it yet) in a quilting fabric. I put in the lining as per the instructions but I'm not convinced it is really necessary. Do you bother? Any advice please?!
Posted by: Many A Mickle | 06 May 2010 at 12:52
I love that fabric! What a perfect fit too. A x
Posted by: little pink room | 06 May 2010 at 13:09
It's gorgeous Ali! L x
Posted by: Lucy Locket-Pocket | 06 May 2010 at 13:26
Love love love that skirt. Fabulous. Well done you.
Posted by: Amaranthine | 06 May 2010 at 14:05
Well done, the skirt looks wonderful! It goes really nicely with the boots as well. xxx
Posted by: Laura | 06 May 2010 at 14:30
Gorgeous skirt - really lovely. I'm off to check out that pattern right now.
Posted by: Kitty | 06 May 2010 at 15:01
It looks fabulous and so sassy with the boots!
Posted by: beki | 06 May 2010 at 16:22
It's very pretty, and goes really well with those boots. Applause.
Posted by: The Coffee Lady | 06 May 2010 at 17:05
Really gorgeous. Fab legs too!!!
Posted by: simone | 06 May 2010 at 17:41
Oooh, lovely. There's nothing like an A line skirt in fabulous fabric to cheer you up!
Posted by: dottycookie | 06 May 2010 at 18:02
It's fabulous... very springlike and looks great on you!
Posted by: Gina | 06 May 2010 at 18:13
It's a stunner. Is this too complicated for a relative beginner do you think? Val's tutoring me with the sewing. I've got a long way to go but this is the kind of number I'd give my eye teeth for.
Posted by: Emma | 06 May 2010 at 19:11
Fabulous! Such a gorgeous fabric and perfect fit! Must try the Barcelona skirt pattern now...
K x
Posted by: kristina | 07 May 2010 at 17:32
Love the skirt, the boots, the fabric! Just right look for sunny spring days.xx
Posted by: French Knots | 08 May 2010 at 21:13
gorgeous - i used to buy lots of skirts like this but now my sewing mojo is firing on all cylinders I off to order that pattern. (was that too many metaphors?)
Posted by: claire | 09 May 2010 at 17:45
Beautiful! I really love the fabric! Cx
Posted by: Catherine | 10 May 2010 at 08:35
Love it!
...and the link ;)
x
Posted by: Fancy Elastic | 10 May 2010 at 12:18
So cute! It looks fantastic on you.
Posted by: Katherine | 10 May 2010 at 18:21
I like it. A lot. And I have a teeny bit of boot envy going on. Wish I was on better terms with my sewing machine.
Posted by: Magic Bean | 10 May 2010 at 18:25
gorgeous! x
Posted by: Whimsycate | 10 May 2010 at 18:55
That fabric is gorgeous, it makes a lovely skirt.
Posted by: Bev | 11 May 2010 at 10:35
Looks great! And it matches your gorgeous boots perfectly! Well done.
Posted by: Adriana | 18 May 2010 at 23:22
What a beautiful skirt - perfect for springtime!
Posted by: Aussie Mum | 24 May 2010 at 00:54
Your wearing my favorite get-up! Skirt with boots. I wear that combo all the time. Love the fabric chose...cute skirt.
Posted by: Gina | 26 May 2010 at 03:44