Testing the Taylah Skirt for Bubby and Me Creations

The Taylah Skirt 

Well, this skirt just ticks all my boxes! You might be aware of my love for pleats, which is what initially drew me to this pattern - as soon as I saw a sneak peek of the first pleat, I was waiting for the testing call! However, of the three versions I made for this test, this simple gathered version is my favourite, I adore the way it falls and sits.
I used a cotton poplin for this one (purchased from The Material Girl, but I'm not sure if it is still available). I was saving it for a dress, but I just couldn't resist!

The Taylah Skirt pattern by Bubby and Me Creations is suitable for both knits and wovens, making it so versatile and it has options for either pleats, a full gathered skirt, or a simple gathered skirt (pictured above). The woven versions have either a fixed back elastic, or adjustable elastic, giving you lots of growing room, or perfect if you sew to sell. The knit versions have a full elastic waist.

I also made the woven pleated version in a quilting cotton by Riley Blake Designs and the weight was perfect for the pleats (but imagine this in a gorgeous tartan....)
Both of my woven versions used a fixed back elastic, because I only had 5cm of adjustable elastic left (I have no idea why I kept a 5cm piece of adjustable elastic!)
My knit version was made in a super pretty lilac unicorn cotton lycra from Spotlight and was a huge hit with unicorn loving Miss K. I HAD to try the pleated version for the knit this time, it is of course love!

My next one is cut, ready and waiting to sew when I can finally get back to my machines *sigh*
It is a gathered version, with undershorts attached - yes, that's right, attached, so no knicker flashes!

All in all, its a huge thumbs up here!

Just before she noticed the ants crawling up her legs

Love!

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A Collaboration with Rebecca Page - The Arabella Skirt

I once again had the pleasure of working with Rebecca Page to write the tutorial for the Arabella Skirt pattern!

My little one adores skirts, dresses and all things girly, so this tutorial was perfect for me!

This pattern is ideal for beginners, as it is really just sewing straight lines and gathering (unless you want to add the pockets, then you get to sew some curves!) 

All seams are finished with french seams, as is signature with Rebecca Page patterns, which gives a beautiful finish to the inside of your skirt as well. (You can of course finish with a serger/overlocker if you have one and prefer the fast sew method!)

There are three separate patterns: A ladies skirt (sizes XXS to 5XL), a childs skirt (sizes newborn to 12) and an 18" doll skirt pattern. Or you can purchase the bundle of all three.

Each pattern has several options:

                                ~ 4 lengths (above knee, knee, midi/ tea and maxi)

                                ~ 2 waistband heights (regular and tall)

                                ~ Optional in seam pockets

                                ~ Optional sash 

The skirt is very full (the perfect twirling skirt). The waistband has a flat front, which gives it a stylish look and an elasticised back, making it very comfortable.

I chose to make the knee length version for the tutorial, in a pretty girly fabric chosen by Miss K (I love letting her to choose her fabrics, her face when she sees the finished product is always full of so much adoration).

She loooves the pockets and couldn't keep her hands out of them while taking photos - I'm glad she loves them!

Let's talk about more about the finish you'll find in this pattern: 

• Firstly, those French Seams - this skirt just looks so pretty on the inside too and if you're little one doesn't like the feeling of the the overlocked seams, this is perfect! You might be scared of doing French Seams on a curve if you haven't before, but the instructions have that covered and you might be surprised how easy it is to do!

• All of the seams are fully enclosed, so the waistband has no overlocked seams rubbing against little ones bellies.

• The optional top stitching - I love top stitching, I feel it gives the piece a finished look. The instructions include the top stitching, but you certainly don't need to do this step if you prefer not to.

A shorter version is a must very soon, I can just picture it styled with tights and boots and a sweet little cardigan over a long sleeve tee, but we're coming into warm weather here again, so I'll make a playful summery version first. I can't wait to make the maxi version either, but will wait til the cooler weather again next year for that one. 

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