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Wednesday
30Apr2008

Colorful Crafting with Jen: Indygo Junction Its a Wrap Skirt

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Many moths ago, we received a shipment of My Folklore from Lecien and I instantly fell in love with "Orange Wildflowers". Since I didn't know what I wanted to make, I bought three yards so that I could have a choice of projects when I finally made a decision.  It sat on a special shelf in my craft room until last weekend.   My decision was made when Mari told me it was going to be warm and humid in Japan (Joelle and I are going to be there next week as guests of 7 Island's Fabrics for the Japan Hobby show!)  Skirts are perfect for me in hot humid weather but, I'm shorter than average so they are often too long for me. I searched through our skirt patterns here at purlsoho.com and was convinced that Indygo Junction's "It's a Wrap"  was going to be the answer to my style/weather conundrum. 

This skirt was quick, simple and super fast to make.  I laid out the fabric at 4:30 pm and had the skirt on to cook dinner by 6:30, (even after sewing through my finger while working on projects for my upcoming wedding, ouch)!  You will need three yards of fabric, coordinating thread and of course the pattern!  Enjoy!! --Jen

Reader Comments (13)

This is a great pattern and so easy to make. I have made 4 for myslef. Great choice!
April 30, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterTia
It looks adorable, especially with the fabric you chose. You will look fantastic wearing it to the show in Japan - have a wonderful trip!
April 30, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterTerri
Very cute - I live in Brooklyn but am here in Tokyo for 6 weeks. Thanks for the info on the hobby show - I'm going to go! I just bought this exact fabric from yuzawaya.

Have fun in Tokyo.

Helen
May 1, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterHelen
It looks lovely and very flattering! great job :) I've been meaning to start making clothes for myself and this is definitely one pattern to try out!
May 1, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterConcha
I really need to pick this up for myself...I've tried 3 skirts patterns but just wasn't feeling the end product. (I am "petite" as well).

Have a wonderful time in Japan!
May 1, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterTif
That's an adorable skirt! Love the fabric. I might have to give that pattern a go!
May 1, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterAshley H.
Love the fabric. Is there any chance that you will get more in the orange color?
May 3, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterMary
This skirt has inspired me to start sewing! Kind of a silly question..but can you recommend a sewing machine to start with? I'm ready to jump right in!

Thanks
May 3, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterMisha
I LOVE THIS!!! Thanks for sharing!
May 5, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterTwinkleBee
Cute skirt, Jen! It's got me chomping at the bit to start sewing. Have a great time in Tokyo (take lots of photos, please, especially of the Hobby Show) and congrats on the upcoming wedding!
May 5, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterHelen (SoCal)
Oh, I hate sewing clothes (I'm a quilter) but I am very tempted to get this pattern...
May 5, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterCheryl
You will have so much fun at the Hobby Show in Tokyo. My sister and I were there in May 2006. We were treated royally and were hosted by the Japanese Hobby Association. We were lucky enough to have a fantastic translator (Noriko) and stayed at an awesome hotel. The skirts will come in handy-it was very humid and you will want to look fresh as a daisy. The show attendees are so nice and willing to help. Enjoy the week-eat whatever you think looks good and buy whatever you can. The fabrics and trim items are wonderful! Feel free to email me if you want any more tips-we know you'll love it!
May 6, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterJanell
I love this skirt! I would definitely make this! I, like others, wonder if you will replenish your stock of "Orange Wildflowers"...in the meantime, I have a great floral print from Heather Bailey that I'll try. Thanks for sharing!
May 18, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterTess

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