Not The Collar

Before there is panic, I'm still working on The Collar, but I have also done a bit of sewing.  This is the Stanwyck Skirt.  I made the pencil version with curved pockets and straight waistband.  I made it in a Japanese Cotton Linen blend canvas because I was looking for something casual.  This is actually the same fabric I used for Mr. Noodle's Christmas leaf.

The pattern was easy to follow, although some of the directions might have been easier in a different order.  For instance, she has you join the side seams of the front and back before installing the zipper.  I think adding the zipper to the back first, then sewing the side seams would have been easier.  I don't know if there's a reason for this, and I did follow all of the directions in order to make this skirt, but when I make another one, I'll probably do a few things in a different order.  Also, I'll probably make the circle skirt version at some point (with pockets, of course!)

Have a great weekend!  I'll be finishing The Collar (hopefully) and blocking my cardigan!