Pattern: McCalls 6842 (Out of Print)
Pattern Description: MISSES’ SKIRTS: Skirts have contour waist, yoke variation, back zipper, and narrow hem. Designed for Light Weight Woven Fabrics.
SUGGESTED FABRICS: Wools, Tweeds, Gabardine and Linen.
Sizing: Cut 14 waist and adjust 6 at the hip (or smaller than 6)
Difficulty: 4/Intermediate since I add lining
Fabric Used: Yellow Wool, gifted from a friend
Does it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope? Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes as it’s a simple make, but if you get stuck on anything you can watch the sew-along video.
Likes: supposed to be quick and easy one, but took longer than I wanted it to be, but I am happy with my skirt
Dislikes: none
Pattern alterations or any design changes made: Took 2 inches from front and back and shorten skirt length almost 3 inches, add a lining, bias hem finish
Would I sew it again? No, since I think this style doesn’t fit my body shape
Would I recommend it to others? Yes
