The Easiest Adjustable Skirt?

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  • Wintertime is a good time for making new wool skirts with which we can go frolicking in the snow. And with intentional adjustability, our bodies can more easily do what they do without shame or guilt. Plus, it makes lending or giving clothes to other humans easier too!
    More adjustable skirts and body-positive garments for everyone! :)
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    One Less - Howards Harper-Barnes
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  • @itcouldbeanyone
    @itcouldbeanyone ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Shout out to the sewing assistant, I have two black cats that are also happy to supervise my sewing shenanigans.

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They are very helpful! Excellent assistants!

  • @laurenthomas7074
    @laurenthomas7074 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Really like the use of buttons in place of the front tie!

  • @tarahankins5566
    @tarahankins5566 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I have been on a quest to make adjustable skirts after seeing the genius of 18th century petticoats. I’ve made two petticoats, with the slits at the side seams like this and while I love the adjustability I don’t love the feeling of tape tied around my waist 😆 so I’m always trying to figure out new ways. I like the idea of the buttons!! At least that way you’d only have the tape around your waist once.

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Not-so-secret-secret: I realized once this was finished that the tape isn’t actually necessary! It makes the skirt a little bit easier to put on, but not that much. The buttons do all the work! So if the tape bothers you it can be omitted. :D

    • @cafesizun
      @cafesizun 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@KristineVike in a garment with buttons or elastic waistband playing a crucial role I always have a safety pin attached to a seam allowance just in case...

  • @belkusuma
    @belkusuma ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I am in love with this. One day, I will make a wool skirt (after I've saved enough money to justify buying the fabric), and I *will* make them adjustable, because our bodies will do what our bodies will do, and we shouldn't shame them for it!

  • @nadiarogmati2184
    @nadiarogmati2184 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Pockets. I love Pockets. Since I’ve learned how to sew them I am adding pockets in all of my skirts and dresses ❤❤❤

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This is such an excellent use of time! I had a round a few years ago with a bunch of dresses that are now all appropriately pocket-improved!

    • @whiteeagle358
      @whiteeagle358 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Congratulations! 🎉 I need to do that, too!

  • @KnitzyKitzy
    @KnitzyKitzy ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have just found your channel and I am subscribing, who can resist a lovely skirt, kitties and snowy scenery. I spent two years of my childhood in Norway and it was the most beautiful country I lived in. The people are wonderful too. Happy times.

  • @SIC647
    @SIC647 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I am on a hunt to make wearable blankets for winters, and this fits right in. Thank you for sharing it and for the lovely, calm video.

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I am happy it could be of inspiration!

  • @aliceg5327
    @aliceg5327 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Why oh why didn't I ever THINK to French hem my pockets???
    New life hack!
    Thank you! 😂

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha! I may or may not love it myself and there is a not-insignificant chance that all my pockets henceforth will be finished in this way. 😂

  • @hetedeleambacht6608
    @hetedeleambacht6608 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    excellent. Spread the news! Rectangled/trapezoid pattern piece are 👍

  • @sonipitts
    @sonipitts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Genius! And such a lovely, practical end result. Like a wool blankie you can work in. ☺

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Pretty much! Great for puttering about the house in. 😁

  • @erinsteed2954
    @erinsteed2954 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a wonderful skirt! And I love the quiet cozy feeling your video provided. Thank you!!!

  • @vanessacable5590
    @vanessacable5590 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    what a beautiful cat.

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      She’s such a sweet girl. 🥰

  • @eliza7413
    @eliza7413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The wool is so pretty! And adjustable skirts are always very nice

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They are! I want all my skirts to be adjustable from now on! 😁

  • @marionsworld24
    @marionsworld24 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really appreciated this video and your beautiful sewing. I've made a couple of this type of skirt in cotton for the summer but really liked your wool version with buttons.
    You've inspired me to make one ready for winter. I do have some wool already that's been waiting to be used.
    Thank you.

  • @ritaborde1657
    @ritaborde1657 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just discovered your Channel 🥰. I love it, your work , your pattern,your voice,your explanations!!! Thank you sooooo much for sharing🤩. Big hugs from Croatia ❤️

  • @karenradcliff9163
    @karenradcliff9163 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am by nature a pants person. I've never worn skirts regularly, and it's always been because they feel like they would get in the way. I see such beautiful historybounding skirts, but worry about their fuss level. But I love this skirt. It looks beautiful and cozy on you, and not at all in the way. It might just make me finally try to make and wear one...

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I... actually like pants a lot too! I just haven't gotten around to practice drafting them yet. But it is something I wish to explore more in the not-too-distant future!
      If you wish to give skirts a try through, I find that keeping them above ankle length helps with them getting in the way when I am out and about. And always-ALWAYS make sure to add pockets even if it is just a "fast" make. Your future self will thank you.

  • @tinuvianna
    @tinuvianna ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "...that thing where you fold the fabric down before gathering to reduce bulk in the waistband": what *is* that thing? I can't picture it and I would love to know since I'm planning to make some gathered wool skirts like this before next winter!

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think what I am referring to is the historical practice in cartridge pleated skirts where they would bind off the top of the skirt separately from the waistband, and then fold the top of the skirt down, so just the top/fold of the pleats would be stitched to the waistband/bodice. This is extra useful in cartridge pleated skirts, since the added bulk at the top where the seam allowance is folded down can help the cartridge pleats be more defined.
      So there is no seam allowance *in* the waistband. They would just be stitched edge to edge.
      Hope that helps!

    • @tinuvianna
      @tinuvianna ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KristineVike That was really helpful and clear, thank you!

  • @skirtedgalleons
    @skirtedgalleons 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It's very cold today where I live and now I want a skirt like yours. Both my 18th century outer petticoats are linen, which is great in summer, not so much now!

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Can confirm, wool is fantastic in cool weather! But I’m always surprised at how well linen keeps me warm too. 😁

  • @durhamgrigg3125
    @durhamgrigg3125 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fabulous!!! Happy working and walking!!!

  • @lazygardens
    @lazygardens ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A wider waistband might have been easier.
    I like the button adjustment idea. Will steal it soon.

  • @inekekrul6340
    @inekekrul6340 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    yes, functional and beautifull, great sewing!

  • @ParkrosePermaculture
    @ParkrosePermaculture 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    really lovely fabric and it worked so well for a skirt! I love the shawl you're wearing...what pattern is it? Also, really appreciated your linen tape hem tip, especially for bulkier wool - I will have to give it a try next time I make a wool skirt!

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Oh, the sonntag? It was a very generous gift from a good friend and I love it! Warm exactly where you need to be warm and leaving your arms free to work. I believe it is this pattern:
      www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/crocheted-sonntag

  • @deroux
    @deroux 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely!

  • @elizabethwatson71
    @elizabethwatson71 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you make another wool skirt, try lining it with a silk. It sounds off, but silk keeps the wind from blowing through

  • @mardigra1916
    @mardigra1916 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent

  • @sparklemotion8377
    @sparklemotion8377 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is great, but It would be great to see how the adjusting worked.

  • @Messier45_Pleiades
    @Messier45_Pleiades 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love it.

  • @MiljaHahto
    @MiljaHahto 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a lovely assistant you have!
    In regards to the buttons, the ones you used are pretty, but I'm wondering if they don't feel uncomfortably big if you use the tightest ones and the others are left below the waist line.

  • @siameseire
    @siameseire ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Freya is beautiful. 💛 and I Adore your clothes. I must rummage and find similar something to wear on a snow tromp.

  • @playinglifeoneasy9226
    @playinglifeoneasy9226 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A taller waistband may disperse some of the added bulk?

  • @roseculp2924
    @roseculp2924 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh this is great!

  • @anninpt4398
    @anninpt4398 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love this!!!!!!!

  • @NDA374
    @NDA374 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful. Thanks for sharing. I chanced upon this video while looking for zero waste adjustable pattern. Please use this in your description of the video to get more views. Once again thanks and lots of love from India 🙏

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว

      I am happy you enjoyed it! 😊

  • @sannesas
    @sannesas 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, i really like the idea of ​​adjustability but don't understand how the pockets are installed? neither in the skirt nor in the trousers video. And pockets are a must have! can you please show it? Thank you

  • @lorigillespie8729
    @lorigillespie8729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely work!

  • @jorunnbardsneshorgheim2686
    @jorunnbardsneshorgheim2686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Det så fantastisk deilig ut! Og pusekatten godkjente tydeligvis stoffet 😻🥰

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anbefales! Pus liker alt som er ull. 😁

  • @mell0116
    @mell0116 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it.

  • @breec
    @breec 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi! I'm making a similar kind of skirt right now. Did you make any adjustments with the back panel to account for rump? Or is your hem just a little shorter in back? I made my back panel longer, but with a checked pattern I'm trying to match up, I'm trying to figure out what to do with the mismatched lengths at the side seams and pocket slits.

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I didn’t add extra length on this one, though I wish I had. I think I’d try to put it on top, but without experimenting I can’t sure how it’d look I’m afraid.

    • @breec
      @breec 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KristineVike Ahhh okay. I'll definitely be doing some experiments

  • @nicfj
    @nicfj 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So flott! Hva slags ull brukte du? Trenger stoff tips til eget skjørt ;)

  • @sukerbole2463
    @sukerbole2463 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a lovely video! I've been looking for a skirt pattern that is as adjustable as this one is, and am going to try to make my own! I am a little bit confused about the placements of the pockets, however. Are the pockets only sewn into the back of the skirt, or the front of the skirt? Does it not impede on practicality when only one side of the pocket is attached to the skirt?

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว

      I did not find the practicality to be too much impeded by having the pocket attached to only one side. But if that is a worry of yours, you could always attach a placket to the edge of the back panel, like I did in this video:
      th-cam.com/video/N4MgzdWNe7k/w-d-xo.html
      But I did attach the pockets to the back of the front panel in this one. But if adding a placket, I would attach it to the back panel.

  • @user-nb4sb3wo1g
    @user-nb4sb3wo1g 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    جميلة ❤️🌸

  • @lesliehyde
    @lesliehyde ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your cat seems to have been like "more scritches my human slave, less work on my new cozy bed".
    You know, because cats own anything (us, our clothing, our furniture and the space they reside in as their property or rather their domain.

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well, obviosly. All hail our feline overlords!

    • @lesliehyde
      @lesliehyde ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KristineVike your cat has a royal air about him (her?). As well as being quite satisfied with their newest makeshift bed.
      Very beautiful cat you have who now has a new subject to admire them (lol, not completely though except at my line of thought).

  • @KuroiandNoukon
    @KuroiandNoukon ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you link to a tutorial on how to reduce the bulk at the waistband because I don't know what I'm searching for 😅

    • @KristineVike
      @KristineVike  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am just topstitching it. Which also make thewaistband stiffer on account of squashing more fabric into a smaller area. :)

    • @KuroiandNoukon
      @KuroiandNoukon ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KristineVike Ok, that makes more sense because you mentioned folding and I couldn't figure it out, thank you

  • @jackyhyurane7362
    @jackyhyurane7362 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So sad, im not understanding what your doing and why and , argh , 😢

  • @josefinebrannlund7297
    @josefinebrannlund7297 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    👗

  • @gronahannah8829
    @gronahannah8829 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Vakker!

  • @mardigra1916
    @mardigra1916 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent