Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Beignet giveaway

 I finished this skirt a while back, but haven't had a chance to photograph it. I've rattled my chain about Collette Patterns before, so I won't go on. The Beignet is a clever design -a high waisted skirt with six panels, lined, 12 buttons and inseam pockets-and creates a flattering skirt.  But, and it is a big but, the initial fitting problems are immense.  I cut acres off my seam allowances and this complicatd completion of the lining panels. I'm pleased with finished product but I don't think I'll make another.

 
I had planned to return the pattern to Becky from whom I won the pattern gift voucher that purchased my selection of Collette patterns.  Becky has since purchased her own, so as a mini give away is in order.

If you would like to put your name in the hat, simply make a comment and follow the site.

My sewing has been rather slow of late. 
Blame work, blame school functions and just plain laziness!
I've made two skirts with my new favourite skirt pattern Butterick 5566 that can be worn with my recently completed jacket.  One is in the same tan ponte uses View D and other in a beautiful printed ponte uses View B.  Both skirts are sans lining at present, but I am ashamed to say that I've worn the first one twice already.  High on the weekend agenda.

Happy sewing!
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14 comments:

  1. AntoinetteMay 30, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Flattering skirt! I have been curious about the Beignet. I had pretty decent luck with Macaron, right out of the package.

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  2. MaryissewfastMay 30, 2012 at 6:24 AM

    I'd like to give it a try...count me in! Thanks for the opportunity.

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  3. BerniceMay 30, 2012 at 12:31 PM

    Your skirt looks lovely. Shame about the fitting problems. I really like it with the red belt - makes the whole outfit pop.

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  4. House of PinheiroMay 30, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    I know what you mean... The final results looks fab on you x

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  5. KirstyMay 30, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    The Beignet skirt does seem to polarise opinion! I'd love to give it a try though :-) Love it with the red skirt.

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  6. kbencoMay 30, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    It looks good now. You have made it work.
    So far I have one nearly instant success and one epic fitting journey with Collette patterns, but would like to give the skirt a try if I am lucky.

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  7. RenaeMay 30, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    Oh sorry to hear that you had issues with the fitting. The Beignet skirt is on my short list to try, so I'm in.

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  8. RebeccaMay 30, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    I too like the red belt with the outfit! Please enter me in the giveaway! I've always wanted to try the Beignet skirt, but never bought the pattern.

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  9. CarolMay 30, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    I think this skirt is lovely on you. I suspect I am the only person in the world who has not sewn a Colette pattern!

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  10. velosewsMay 30, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    Hi Gail.
    Give yourself a bit of time to do other things that make you happy for a while. You'll get your steam back to tackle another wonderful piece for your wardrobe when you're ready.

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  11. AnonymousMay 30, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Hi Gail
    I have seen so many Beignet skirts on the internet, and I have been thinking about buying the pattern. I am so sorry to hear about your problems but I must say that the finished skirt looks wonderful on you. I would love to try for myself, so please add my name to the barrell.

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  12. JessicaMay 30, 2012 at 9:00 PM

    I've been meaning to try Beignet..I have seen some lovely cordoroy versions. Good on you for persisting with the skirt as it looks great.

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  13. CennettaJune 4, 2012 at 7:32 AM

    Thanks for the review of this pattern. The Beignet skirt is a nice silhouette. I really like your rendition.

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  14. AliceJune 5, 2012 at 1:11 PM

    Ah, but it does fit very nicely now! Looks great...

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