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KCWC: Denim-ish Skirt

September 26, 2010 By crafterhours 15 Comments


I originally made this skirt a few weeks ago as part of my Fall Wardrobe sewing series.  Z needed an essential denim skirt, but I wanted something with a little movement, so I chose chambray instead.  Chambray has a denim look, but it is super thin and works more like a linen.  It has the perfect amount of drape for this swingy, half-circle skirt.

It’s a very simple design – just two half-circle skirts with a rolled hem tucked into a waistband.  I put elastic in the back of the waistband and left the front flat.


I was pretty happy with the results, but kept thinking something was missing.  I thought about adding bias tape to the hem, but didn’t want to add a print or color to the skirt because I need it to match everything in her wardrobe.  This is going to be a hard working skirt this fall and winter.


Finally I decided the answer was pockets.  So yesterday I added these.  I’ve been wanting to try this pocket style since Alexis from Made by Lex used them here.  Yes, that idea has been sitting in my head for over a year.  This is one of the rare times when the vast store of ideas in my brain comes in handy instead of just taking up space that could be used for more important endeavors like doing math.



I think they are just enough to add a little bit of interest to this otherwise plain skirt.  And, you know, a place to store rocks.

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Comments

  1. Chandler says

    September 26, 2010 at 5:59 am

    I think the pockets were a really good idea. I liked how you didn’t wanna put any designs or color on to it. And the pockets are enough to keep the eye entertained.

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  2. Kelly's Korner says

    September 26, 2010 at 10:11 am

    ADORABLE! I think I need a me-sized version…

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  3. Melissa says

    September 26, 2010 at 11:02 am

    I think this skirt is adorable. I love that it is the denim look but more flexible and a lighter weight fabric. And I do that ALL the time– store an Idea in my head and let it take up room and then a long time later I will use it. Has to be the right timing and project!

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  4. Emily says

    September 26, 2010 at 12:12 pm

    I love the tiered look and that it’s more flexible than denim. :)

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  5. Anonymous says

    September 26, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    Very cute, loved the whole outfit! – Kim

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  6. Stacey says

    September 26, 2010 at 3:42 pm

    Could you make me an adult size version of everything in Z’s closet please. I love her Fall Wadrobe. I wish I could pull off the denim skirt and wellies look. She’s darling and looking so so much like her momma these days!

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  7. Sew Pretty Dresses says

    September 26, 2010 at 5:20 pm

    So cute! I have some denim and chambray out to cut and I am grappling with, ‘it needs a little something’ too! But I don’t want to add color either. I like the pocket idea!

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  8. Simply Mommy says

    September 26, 2010 at 5:39 pm

    That skirt is sooo cute…I want one for myself! lol

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  9. Anna says

    September 26, 2010 at 6:18 pm

    love it and the pockets are just perfect. I love chambray. I always try and think about making stuff that will actually fit into my kids wardrobe without making them look all crazy and homeless. ha

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  10. Lucinda Poel says

    September 26, 2010 at 9:37 pm

    love the chambray with boots look! I, too, am a fan of chambray, for all the reasons you listed: denim look without the weight. The pockets are the perfect design element addition!

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  11. Lise says

    September 26, 2010 at 9:42 pm

    Fabulous skirt!! I am a huge fan of big pockets on little girls’ clothing; so many store items are lacking a place to keep all their collections!

    I just finished a dress today and was so pleased with myself that I remembered to use the pleated pocket tutorial I’d seen ages ago on Made by Rae. Love it when the stuff stored in your brain surfaces when you need it!

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  12. Donna says

    September 27, 2010 at 8:48 am

    LOVE the chambray skirt! Do you have a tutorial for this one? I would love one of these in my daughter’s closet for fall.

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  13. sneezerville says

    September 27, 2010 at 11:00 am

    i think that it rocks and i want one for myself!

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  14. PeaceLoveApplesauce says

    September 27, 2010 at 12:09 pm

    i love simple denim.. her boots are too cute!

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  15. Mandi says

    September 27, 2010 at 11:56 pm

    Z looks awesome! Love the skirt. Hey, nice boots. ;)

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