tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post5816412539263479703..comments2024-03-26T18:14:34.482+11:00Comments on Sew, Jean Margaret: Sewaholic Hollyburn...a departure from my usual style.Sew, Jean Margarethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-11524073780448770802017-08-18T22:39:56.901+10:002017-08-18T22:39:56.901+10:00You are too kind Lisa. Thanks for your lovely comm...You are too kind Lisa. Thanks for your lovely comment. I have worn this skirt several times already and my Grandmother has certainly been in my thoughts. I think this skirt will be one of those classic garments that will stay in my wardrobe for many years to come.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-47040780231587467392017-08-18T22:07:39.037+10:002017-08-18T22:07:39.037+10:00Oh absolutely your grandmother would approve of th...Oh absolutely your grandmother would approve of this beautifully made skirt! Your sewing skills are amazing and the first word that came to mind was 'tailored'. You look so happy and you must be thinking of your grandmother every time you wear your new skirt. :) Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09872753120191298033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-74255512345161130972017-08-18T13:02:05.183+10:002017-08-18T13:02:05.183+10:00Thanks so much Kathleen. I'm very happy I stay...Thanks so much Kathleen. I'm very happy I stayed with the size 12 too. It doesn't matter if there is extra fullness below the waist...just adds more swish to the skirt.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-91618569633879886102017-08-18T00:22:55.394+10:002017-08-18T00:22:55.394+10:00Lovely skirt and how special it is to have been ma...Lovely skirt and how special it is to have been made with your grandma's wool! Has a nice swing so staying with that sz 12 all the way down was a great idea and helpful advice for anyone planning to make the skirt. It's a good time to decide to make this Sewaholic pattern because they are no longer being made!PsychicSewerKathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06911914507722968930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-13363833739421574262017-08-17T21:08:08.775+10:002017-08-17T21:08:08.775+10:00Thanks so much Ruth. I did put in some extra effor...Thanks so much Ruth. I did put in some extra effort to do a good job, as this fabric was rather special.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-81375439091414312102017-08-17T19:24:59.131+10:002017-08-17T19:24:59.131+10:00I think you good great in your new style and that&...I think you good great in your new style and that's some impressive sewing.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05952741349142417423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-63829075214181466482017-08-15T22:30:02.547+10:002017-08-15T22:30:02.547+10:00Thanks Manju. You must try this pattern. I'm s...Thanks Manju. You must try this pattern. I'm sure you will love it.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-27804554433329152362017-08-15T22:28:53.585+10:002017-08-15T22:28:53.585+10:00Thanks Debbie. I do recommend the Sewaholic Hollyb...Thanks Debbie. I do recommend the Sewaholic Hollyburn. Great pattern.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-35176970200607778132017-08-15T22:24:33.969+10:002017-08-15T22:24:33.969+10:00Thank you.Thank you.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-84563443193879775712017-08-15T22:24:04.172+10:002017-08-15T22:24:04.172+10:00Thanks so much Bonnie.Thanks so much Bonnie.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-48651305516900661212017-08-15T22:23:03.776+10:002017-08-15T22:23:03.776+10:00Thanks Sarah Liz. This is such a classic style.Thanks Sarah Liz. This is such a classic style.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-20477159736761499342017-08-15T22:21:44.738+10:002017-08-15T22:21:44.738+10:00Thanks Janine. I have wanted to make this skirt fo...Thanks Janine. I have wanted to make this skirt for ages but never got around to buying the pattern until recently. Then Mum gave me the fabric and I immediately thought it would be perfect for this pattern. Love how it worked out.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-30789647851623875792017-08-15T22:02:03.074+10:002017-08-15T22:02:03.074+10:00Thanks Siobhan. It is fun to try new styles and I ...Thanks Siobhan. It is fun to try new styles and I do like this one.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-26803761683718395082017-08-15T21:59:47.497+10:002017-08-15T21:59:47.497+10:00Thanks Elizabeth. This was my first experience sew...Thanks Elizabeth. This was my first experience sewing with wool suiting and I loved it...so well behaved and it has a beautiful drape.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-45631591390901168952017-08-15T21:38:57.013+10:002017-08-15T21:38:57.013+10:00Thanks Paola. I'm loving the swishiness. (Is t...Thanks Paola. I'm loving the swishiness. (Is that even a word?) There will be more.Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-18776126990084558452017-08-15T21:26:05.757+10:002017-08-15T21:26:05.757+10:00Thanks so much Beth. The second one is already cut...Thanks so much Beth. The second one is already cut out and ready to sew. Great pattern!Sew, Jean Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02820699938403952341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-22086273335771863672017-08-15T05:24:59.700+10:002017-08-15T05:24:59.700+10:00This looks so elegant. I have this pattern...maybe...This looks so elegant. I have this pattern...maybe one to put on my sewing list. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-27406723991375094982017-08-15T01:58:37.905+10:002017-08-15T01:58:37.905+10:00So pretty! I love wearing circle skirts. I keep me...So pretty! I love wearing circle skirts. I keep meaning to sew more but haven't gotten around to it yet. I may have to give this pattern a go. Debbie Cookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03601675304884019607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-42891091548248785552017-08-14T23:57:31.122+10:002017-08-14T23:57:31.122+10:00Love love 👍👍👍Love love 👍👍👍Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01613944485766403011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-35875629486346422132017-08-14T19:37:47.820+10:002017-08-14T19:37:47.820+10:00Great job! Love your style & you look lovely!...Great job! Love your style & you look lovely!Bonnie @ sewplus.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02963033371259192868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-2431197407634286822017-08-14T10:03:02.493+10:002017-08-14T10:03:02.493+10:00It feels elegant because it is elegant - such a be...It feels elegant because it is elegant - such a beautiful, classic skirt. I love the tab details at the waist, and the big pockets which do always give a nice look from waist to hip.Sarah Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17566072246120028926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-186818229469525392017-08-14T09:16:48.245+10:002017-08-14T09:16:48.245+10:00The hollyburn is a beautiful skirt and you look fa...The hollyburn is a beautiful skirt and you look fabulous in it. I noticed immediately your departure from your usual style - pattern company and silhouette. <br /><br /><br />Janinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14384221374769122673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-2768643763139843042017-08-14T08:55:28.296+10:002017-08-14T08:55:28.296+10:00You look very put-together with your shirt and ski...You look very put-together with your shirt and skirt combo. Sometimes it's fun to divert from our usual styles, we might find something new that we really enjoy. Siobhan (Chronically Siobhan)https://www.blogger.com/profile/08205646156083423676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-56321391136401693452017-08-14T08:18:47.044+10:002017-08-14T08:18:47.044+10:00This is the perfect pattern for such a pretty wool...This is the perfect pattern for such a pretty wool! I have the Fantail skirt from Scroop Patterns in my stash now and I can imagine all the back pleats doing really well in wool. Elizabeth Made Thishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16611395530073290874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3591480456197557629.post-50466260305462908052017-08-14T07:14:39.230+10:002017-08-14T07:14:39.230+10:00I love your new skirt - a swishy skirt is a lot of...I love your new skirt - a swishy skirt is a lot of fun to wear. You've done well with your grandmother's fabric. This is a lovely style, and Sewaholic has good instructions. Paolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14472129226320589172noreply@blogger.com