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Simplicity 2257
Skirt view A
Misses slim and flared skirts, each in two lengths.

Fabric: Ladies your mother always told you not to buy no cheap a fabric. Well this fabric I got from JoAnns and it was started fraying as I was sewing it. But I kept with it because I had already started with it. So I will wear this outfit until it fades away. LOL!

Conclusion: This was a fun skirt to make. If I knew how to alter patterns I would have widen it in the hip area a little more. The waist fits great and I love the length I will be making this skirt again.

Butterick 4815
Vest view B
Fitted, lined vest has neckline and front closing variations and princess seams.A: faux collar, double-breasted and ribbon belt. B: back flounce.


Conclusion: Love this vest will make it again. No troubles making this vest.Direction was clear and easy to follow.

IF any of you could give me some names of some good books that teach pattern altering let me know. Thanks!!

Well that's it for me happy crafting to all!!! :)




Nice. I thought you were going to wear it without a blouse!

March 23, 2011 at 7:48 PM 
It's a cute outfit. Also nice to see you back in blogland.

March 24, 2011 at 12:18 AM 
CUte!!! I"ve been wanting a vest too lol.

March 24, 2011 at 7:45 AM 
I love the whole outfit, great job!! Welcome back.

March 24, 2011 at 8:02 AM 
Love, love this look! So cute and professional...you look awesome in this combo!
 
Great outfit and like it paired with that top.

March 26, 2011 at 7:50 AM 
FABULOUS! I love this!

April 4, 2011 at 9:06 AM Nicole C said...

great office look!


April 4, 2011 at 1:37 PM 
Beautiful. You look so good in this suit.

April 4, 2011 at 6:25 PM 
I really like this look! The vest is fabulous! I can't wait until I sew my first one!

April 4, 2011 at 8:52 PM Nika said...

very chic!

April 6, 2011 at 11:13 AM 
Oh my goodness Jada! I'm loving this outfit! Nice choice!
Looks great on you too.

April 11, 2011 at 8:03 PM budget chic said...

Jada, great job on that vest and pencil skirt set. I need one of those in my closet! I love the fabric you chose as well. Looking Good!

April 14, 2011 at 1:40 PM 

April 14, 2011 at 2:25 PM 
OMG! This is goregeous, fresh, this is gorgeous!

May 1, 2011 at 9:52 PM