I made this skirt way back when the Olympics were on TV, but I’ve only now got around to taking pictures.

I used the waistband from my Simplicity pants and the pockets from the Safiya pants. The skirt itself is six panels gathered and sewn into the waistband.

I wanted to try and not use a zipper for the fastening, because this cotton sateen would get ruined if it got caught in the teeth. So I made a placket and put two hooks and eyes at the centre back, which work quite well!

Those six panels give this skirt a lot of volume!

And a lot of volume equals maximum swooshTM .

The goal here was to make a fantasy-character-esque skirt, which I think I definitely achieved! I had debated making it a midi-length skirt for a few months, but I do like this length. Besides, I have future plans for midi-length skirts.
Honestly, this skirt was a lot of work, so I am as yet unsure if I’d do it again! Maybe I should use a pattern next time.
Anyways, see ya!
FillieFanatic
That is a beautiful skirt! I can totally imagine a fantasy character wearing that!
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