Thursday, March 10, 2011

Mod Mini Skirt Project: Lava Lamp Fabric



Necklace by Sarah Coventry
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I love these neon belts for the pop of color and the drop waisted effect
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When I saw this fabric, I had to make it into a skirt. The motif on it reminds me of a lava lamp. And I love the neon orange. It almost looks like a Peter Max print but nothing indicates that.

It's got a "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" vibe as well. I'm picturing myself on a boat on a river with tangerine trees and marmalade skies!

Front view
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Back view
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The fabric is a textured polyester that I purchased from "VanCraftyLand" on Etsy. No problems to report. : - )

Paired with knee high black socks and Mary Jane shoes
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Accompanying the pics of the skirt is an image of a psychedelic ensemble-- fun beach wear from a late 60's Simplicity counter catalog.


Happy sewing!
Astrid
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5 comments:

  1. ThreadieMarch 12, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    I love your look with this skirt !!

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  2. AstridMarch 13, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Thanks! I'm really happy with the results : - )

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  3. kerilynnMarch 13, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    this skirt is so cute!! LOVE the lava lamp fabric:)!! i also wish i could find the pattern for those "swinging separates for swim and shore"--adorable

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  4. Justine of SewCountryChickMarch 13, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    I love the models hairstyle on that pattern. I just got a bunch of crazy polyester at a rummage sale. A mini like this would be cute

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  5. UnknownJuly 22, 2016 at 3:18 PM

    I want to press my face into the bottoms of your feet.

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