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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
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traildancer
True Blue Farmgirl
485 Posts
Loyce
Glide
OR
USA
485 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 05 2010 : 2:39:54 PM
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It's interesting to me that so many of you don't/won't wear shorts anymore. I haven't felt comfortable wearing shorts for a few years (unless walking to and from swimming) and now I know why. I'm at "the age." !!!!! That's okay--I really enjoy capris.
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deeredawn
True Blue Farmgirl
2306 Posts
Dawn
Cordova
TN
USA
2306 Posts |
Posted - Feb 06 2010 : 08:29:38 AM
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Aren't they like a broomstick skirt? I know back in the days of being a "dead head" (haha, yep, I did the Grateful Dead thing for a SHORT time) all the girls wore broomstick skirts. I was in Walmart the other day and saw some fabric that was already gathered like that. All you have to do is measure around your waist and get that cut. A straight sew and you've got a skirt in about 5 minutes. I also saw them at Gabriel Brothers. Its kind of a second store. Blooper clothes and close outs. I see them there A LOT in the spring.
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Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Maven
http://www.harvestthymefarm.vpweb.com
www.onefunkyfarmgirl.blogspot.com
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deeredawn
True Blue Farmgirl
2306 Posts
Dawn
Cordova
TN
USA
2306 Posts |
Posted - Feb 06 2010 : 08:34:32 AM
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Well, I guess the pic didn't come thru, but thank you for posting picture links...I have a couple, but I dont feel secure enough to wear them. So yea, a clothing line with skirts, lace up boots, maryjane shoes, bloomers, pillow case tank top, camisoles, pillow case skirts, table cloth wrap skirts, I could go on and one. And denim dress up kits. Like, you find your "perfect" denim jacket and you could buy a dress up kit for it and add lace cuffs, or applique' across the back shoulder or vintage fabric flower pins... Hmmm.... I think I may have to go create today! I just bought a book for altered art clothing, but the best part is, you use recycled clothes, or items that you may have stained or messed up to make wearable art. Neat stuff...
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Maven
http://www.harvestthymefarm.vpweb.com
www.onefunkyfarmgirl.blogspot.com
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Feb 06 2010 : 09:48:12 AM
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broomstick skirt
Linda in Scranton, PA
"WELL BEHAVED WOMEN RARELY MAKE HISTORY"
(The Junk Gypsy) |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Feb 06 2010 : 09:51:38 AM
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The name comes from the way the pleats are put in....when the skirt is wet it is wrung or twisted and then tied onto a broomstick to hold it while it dries. Isn't that cool?
Linda in Scranton, PA
"WELL BEHAVED WOMEN RARELY MAKE HISTORY"
(The Junk Gypsy) |
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knitnpickinatune
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Sherrie
Gardena
California
USA
1140 Posts |
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herblady55
True Blue Farmgirl
3470 Posts
Judy
Louisville
Ohio(Stark Co)
USA
3470 Posts |
Posted - Feb 06 2010 : 11:17:04 AM
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LOL....Sherrie....THAT'S funny. Cracked me up! LOLOL
Sister-chick# 905
Judy
Hugs&Squeezles!
I am not contained between my hat and my boots! -Walt Whitman- |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Feb 06 2010 : 12:32:15 PM
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I still wear broomstick skirts. I have found them in beach shops here and even in regular stores, like Beall's. When I see one, I get it. They are so easy and comfy, and cool in the summer.
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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mscountrygirl
True Blue Farmgirl
552 Posts
Michelle
Lucedale
Mississippi
USA
552 Posts |
Posted - Feb 06 2010 : 2:32:41 PM
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Linda tha skirt is really beautiful! I have one skirt that is layered with brown and red roses. I got it at Wal-mart for $2!It's the ony skirt I own!
It's all good! |
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Lainey
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Elaine
Waco
Kentucky
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Feb 06 2010 : 4:13:53 PM
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I have a few of the broomstick skirts. That's the type of skirts I wear when I do wear a skirt. Sometimes in the summer they are really cool. I don't wear shorts out either, well just around the house some. Most of the time at home I wear a duster type thing.
Farmgirl Sister #25
http://countrygirldreams.blogspot.com/
An Angel says, 'Never borrow from the future. If you worry about what may happen tomorrow and it doesn't happen, you have worried in vain. Even if it does happen, you have to worry twice.' |
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deeredawn
True Blue Farmgirl
2306 Posts
Dawn
Cordova
TN
USA
2306 Posts |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2010 : 07:36:22 AM
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I love them!...they are still in style because I see them in all the stores...even the fancy Mall ones. I think the ones with the top layer fitting would be slimmer looking...what do you think?
Linda in Scranton, PA
"WELL BEHAVED WOMEN RARELY MAKE HISTORY"
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TabithaLenox
True Blue Farmgirl
605 Posts
Kim
Gettysburg
PA
USA
605 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2010 : 10:12:30 AM
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quote:
Originally posted by Candy C.
Jeans and t-shirts/sweaters for me too. I recently discovered the Q-Baby jeans from Wrangler and I REALLY like them! They are a mid-rise and have some stretch. I think they are kind of pricey but they wear really well. I like to wear dresses in the summer just because it is usually cooler than jeans (too old for shorts any more!) but I have been having a hard time finding a style that I like. I want a dress that is fitted on the sides, sleeveless or short sleeves, prefer a collar, fuller at the bottom and buttons up the front. I saw one in a dress shop a few years back and didn't buy it because at the time I didn't really wear dresses as I was working in the garden department at the local ACE Hardware. Been kicking myself ever since! LOL!!
Candy C.
Farmgirl Sister #977
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams.
Candy, I like to dress the same way....thanks for the info on the Wrangler Q-Baby jeans, I have been looking at those but didn't want to spend the money. Sounds like they would be worth it though!
I'm also looking for a dress in a style similar to what you described. I haven't looked good in shorts for years and have been wanting to switch to skirts or a cute dress for summer instead. Let me know if you find anything...and I'll do the same!
Kim
Farmgirl #184
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Miss Giddyup
Farmgirl in Training
33 Posts
Linda
Sheridan
IN
USA
33 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2010 : 2:48:13 PM
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Hi ladies!! I enjoyed reading all your comments on farmgirl fashion! I, too, buy alot of adorable t-shirts at Tractor Supply. And, if you are just patient, they go on sale for very cheap while in the same season. I do jeans in the winter, but love capris in the summer. I am tall and thin, but I just prefer capris if I go out. Also, LOVE, LOVE cotton, flowy skirts in the summer. I find alot of adorable summer skirts/dresses at the Goodwill!
New Farmgirl Sister,
Linda from Sheridan, IN |
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herblady55
True Blue Farmgirl
3470 Posts
Judy
Louisville
Ohio(Stark Co)
USA
3470 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2010 : 3:41:03 PM
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Don't ya just love Goodwill? I do too!
Sister-chick# 905
Judy
Hugs&Squeezles!
I am not contained between my hat and my boots! -Walt Whitman- |
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Faransgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
895 Posts
Beth
Houston
Texas
USA
895 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2010 : 7:05:33 PM
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You can get patterns for prairie skirts in most of the major pattern books or download them. If you google gypsy skirts it brings up some great ones. Old slip patterns make great prairie skirts. I got several of them when I lived in Scotland from the Laura Ashley Shop. They have lasted more than 16 years and I still see the same style in stores at the Mall. I wear mine with tank tops to big sweaters. Flip Flops and my Gypsy Boots work too. I love them. I really can't stand to wear shorts long or short. I am short and capris make me look short and fat which I am not. My only problem with the skirts is that sometimes they are way to long and drag the floor. It is hard to work in them so I make most of mine. They are pretty easy.
Farmgirl Sister 572
May the force of the horse be with you. |
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mscountrygirl
True Blue Farmgirl
552 Posts
Michelle
Lucedale
Mississippi
USA
552 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2010 : 7:35:31 PM
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Goodwill, Salvation Army are like looking for treasure!
It's all good! |
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herblady55
True Blue Farmgirl
3470 Posts
Judy
Louisville
Ohio(Stark Co)
USA
3470 Posts |
Posted - Feb 08 2010 : 11:15:11 AM
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Ain't it the truth Michelle! ;)
Sister-chick# 905
Judy
Hugs&Squeezles!
I am not contained between my hat and my boots! -Walt Whitman- |
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Miss Giddyup
Farmgirl in Training
33 Posts
Linda
Sheridan
IN
USA
33 Posts |
Posted - Feb 08 2010 : 3:43:17 PM
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| Judy and Michelle....OMG I am a Goodwill ADDICT!!! (Salvation Army works too!) My husband of 14 months is the one that introduced me to the Goodwill -hehe!!! We were passing one one day and he asked me if I wanted to stop in. I said "why?" and he said, "you know all the stuff that YOU donate...with the tags still on it"....Then I understood!!! If my schedule permits, I hit a Goodwill every day! I'm so addicted that even if I only have 15 minutes I will STILL run in!!! In fact, he and I just went to one a few hours ago!!! I got a beautiful tan, fringed, suede jacket for $4.99!!! It is kinda western looking and I thought it would be good to wear for alot of horse things we do. I bet my husband wishes he NEVER told me about those stores!!!! |
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bboopster
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Betty Jo
West Bend
Wisconsin
USA
1140 Posts |
Posted - Feb 09 2010 : 10:52:58 AM
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Linda not to worry. You are not the only addict. I had to admit to my DH the other day I had a problem. He caught me emptying my trunk when I thought he had left to run an errand. Busted!!!!! The best part was he had been to the junk yard to drop off some metal and brought home 6 old glass pane windows! I so love my DH!!!! Partner in crime!! 
http://www.bboopster.blogspot.com
Nana to 4 with 1 on the way.
3 Blue Star Mother and Proud of it!
Pray for our troops to come home safe and soon.
Enjoying the road to the simple life :>) |
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Miss Giddyup
Farmgirl in Training
33 Posts
Linda
Sheridan
IN
USA
33 Posts |
Posted - Feb 09 2010 : 11:29:03 AM
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Betty Jo...that is soooo funny!!! Been there done THAT before!!! I love it that your DH came home with something, too!!! By the way...what is he going to do with the windows???
Linda
Indiana Sister #942 |
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bboopster
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Betty Jo
West Bend
Wisconsin
USA
1140 Posts |
Posted - Feb 09 2010 : 12:08:55 PM
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Well, we are not sure. Many ideas, so hard to chose which one to create. But I do know they will be incorporated some place and become ART. Our house looks like any 2005 edition but once you walk in it becomes 1930. So at the moment, I am thinking that 2 might become picture frames and the rest will end up for sale during a spring Garden Shed sale. But then again I also need to make some shallow display boxes to display my antique jewelry collect in. I think they would make a great front display window. My DH wants to save the glass to replace new glass with. But since they are stored in what he ALWAYS calls my Attic and since possession is 90% of the law I'm sure they will become some thing beautiful. 
http://www.bboopster.blogspot.com
Nana to 4 with 1 on the way.
3 Blue Star Mother and Proud of it!
Pray for our troops to come home safe and soon.
Enjoying the road to the simple life :>) |
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Miss Giddyup
Farmgirl in Training
33 Posts
Linda
Sheridan
IN
USA
33 Posts |
Posted - Feb 09 2010 : 7:07:45 PM
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Betty Jo...I think any of those ideas sound neat!! We have found many old, neat things in our barn!!
Linda |
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mscountrygirl
True Blue Farmgirl
552 Posts
Michelle
Lucedale
Mississippi
USA
552 Posts |
Posted - Feb 10 2010 : 07:15:46 AM
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We have a Dirt Cheap here in MS and AL. We also have an America's Thrift. It's like the super store of thrift! In the spring I look forward to yard sales!!! I find good clothes that way.
It's all good! |
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