A Thanksgiving Skirt

Last night I finished the skirt. When I was cutting it out the other night, I was short about an inch in width for the wraparound part for each side piece. I'm hoping it doesn't cause any problems. I guess the real test will be Thanksgiving Day when I wear it. If I accidentally flash someone, I'll know that inch is crucial.

I'll wear the skirt with my staple white tee and my jean jacket. I think I'll attempt to wear these shoes again (pair #2). Although I think I wore them last Thanksgiving and I think I regretted it.

Here is the fabric closeup. I'm not sure how old it is, but it came from the vintage fabric stash from Joe's mother's best friend's deceased neighbor. This Thanksgiving week, I am thankful to little old women hoarders who loved to sew in their prime.

Comments

Karyn said…
Pretty skirt! Coming from someone who hates them, that's a huge compliment!
9:12 AM EST
Anonymous said…
"Joe's mother's best friend's deceased neighbor." LOL
Sorry, not laughing at the deceased, just thought it was a little "6 degrees of separation"
10:26 AM EST
beki said…
Very nice, Lera! Now you have me thinking about making a Thanksgiving skirt...
10:42 AM EST
Anonymous said…
So wear pair of shoes #1 with it. Darling skirt - and you know we want to hear all about if if you do, indeed, flash anyone! Happy Thanksgiving!
12:35 PM EST
Anonymous said…
cute!
1:11 PM EST
FinnyKnits said…
That is quite the All American outfit you have there - perfect for Thanksgiving.

I'll assume you do most of the cooking since you're worried about comfortable shoes. I will admit that, at first, I was like, "Why does it matter if they're not way comfy?". Then I realized that my involvement in Thanksgiving preparations includes driving three hours and carrying two bottles of wine from the car to the house.

Phew!
1:48 PM EST
Amanda Jean said…
very cute skirt...and wear comfy shoes...it makes or breaks your day. :)
5:09 PM EST
atet said…
Super cute skirt! Love it.
5:42 PM EST
Little Munchkins said…
I don't wear skirts much but I think I might change my mind! The fabric is really pretty too.
6:39 AM EST
diana said…
that fabric is fab!! i too like a good fabric horder!! my mom is one for sure and i am now becoming one!! i just can't help it some times. happy holiday!!!!
8:00 AM EST
Chara Michele said…
I like that skirt & those shoes look perfect with it!
4:50 PM EST
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