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Farmgirl Fashion:  New Petticoat!!!  |
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GinnyBelle
True Blue Farmgirl
506 Posts
Hannah
West Lafayette
IN
USA
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 Posted - Aug 01 2020 : 1:46:38 PM
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So it was a rainy, dreary day here in Indiana. I have been working on sewing some new skirts. I'm not that skilled of a seamstress, and am not very good at using patterns. But my skirts are just 3-5 yards of fabric hemmed and on a drawstring. All straight seams. Today, I decided to make a muslin petticoat to go under them. Was going to be simple, just something utilitarian. But it was soooooo dreary...and then I found some ribbon...and then I realised that my machine could make a pretty scalloped stitch...and then VOILA!!!!
Farmgirl #6994
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
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Judith
Galt
CA
USA
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Posted - Aug 01 2020 : 3:06:03 PM
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It's pretty enough to wear as a skirt. Patterns do take some practice but plain skirts don't need one.
Judith
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GinnyBelle
True Blue Farmgirl
506 Posts
Hannah
West Lafayette
IN
USA
506 Posts |
Posted - Aug 01 2020 : 3:11:58 PM
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Thank you! I may attempt to do something similar with a future skirt!
Farmgirl #6994
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2381 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
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Posted - Aug 01 2020 : 3:19:50 PM
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A ruffle on the bottom would be cute
Judith
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GinnyBelle
True Blue Farmgirl
506 Posts
Hannah
West Lafayette
IN
USA
506 Posts |
Posted - Aug 01 2020 : 3:23:05 PM
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Oh yes, it would. The ones my mama made me before had a ruffle, but they finally wore out and she doesn't like to sew much anymore, so I had to try myself. But I don't know how to do ruffles of that grand a scale. I am not that good at gathering yet. Lol
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2381 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
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Posted - Aug 01 2020 : 3:43:04 PM
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Cut a strip of fabric two to three times the width of your skirt. Its ok to sew pieces together to make it long enough. Hem one of the long sides. Sew two rows of big stitches along the other long side. Use strong thread. Then just sit in front of your favorite tv show and slowly gather the stitches until it is the same size as the hem of your skirt. Even out the gathers and pin to the bottom of your skirt. Sew it on. It seems awkward at first but it gets easy.
Judith
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GinnyBelle
True Blue Farmgirl
506 Posts
Hannah
West Lafayette
IN
USA
506 Posts |
Posted - Aug 01 2020 : 5:27:52 PM
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Oh! That sounds not so bad, the way you explained it! I was thinking I would need a pattern, but that was easy to understand. Thank you!
Farmgirl #6994
Sunshine Mixed With A Little Hurricane |
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
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Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
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Posted - Aug 01 2020 : 9:24:35 PM
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Love it!!!
Connie #3392
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
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Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
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Posted - Aug 03 2020 : 4:20:38 PM
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Hannah, that's so pretty. I'd wear it as a skirt. To pretty to hide. I love to wear skirts! Show us more!
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
October 2016 Farmgirl of the month
John 11: 35 Jesus wept.
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
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Posted - Aug 03 2020 : 4:31:00 PM
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Hannah, you petticoat is adorable!! Great job and truly a spirit lifter too!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Aug 03 2020 : 5:54:31 PM
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Hannna... You Go Girl!!! your petticoat is sweet...
just a wee FYI.. if you go to thrift shops,, peruse through the bed sheets to use as fabric... I often have done that for quilts and dolly clothes, pet bedding, etc... but mostly for crocheting my rag-rugs.. I just scored a queen fitted & flat sheet,,, nearly brand new... for $3.99... now I have tons of fabric to make aprons, and what nots....
>^..^<
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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GinnyBelle
True Blue Farmgirl
506 Posts
Hannah
West Lafayette
IN
USA
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Posted - Aug 04 2020 : 9:20:18 PM
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Thank you ladies!!! I am such a beginner at sewing and I felt so accomplished! I'm looking forward to making skirts and if any turn out especially lovely, I'll be sure to share!
Grace, that is a wonderful idea for finding cheap fabric, thank you!!!
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EMGJulie
True Blue Farmgirl
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Julie
CLAWSON
MI
USA
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Posted - Aug 06 2020 : 12:28:59 PM
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I love it! I love the ribbon and the stitching at the bottom, great job!!
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7230 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Aug 07 2020 : 4:35:08 PM
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I really like it! I think it turned out good! And the ribbon on the bottom adds the perfect pop of color! You did a great job.
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Aug 11 2020 : 8:49:25 PM
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Veeery nice, Hannah! Love it! Great job! You GO girl! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Sep 11 2020 : 9:16:20 PM
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Cute, Hannah!
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Farmgirl Fashion: New Petticoat!!! |
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New Petticoat!!!
