Skip to main content

Made By A Fabricista: Take a Walk on the Wild Side With Snakeskin

By
[This outfit was made for and modeled by my daughter Mori]
How about that snakeskin print huh? I had my eye on this print for a while. I had in mind a wrap maxi dress but the fabric does not flow as I needed it to for the dress, The dress I had in mind would work with a shirting fabric, but not this cotton. This cotton is better suited for a suit....a skirt.... a jacket or maybe a dress that has some body to it. Now because of this (Oops) I still have some wonderful fabric left over and I plan on making a blazer. Grab your fabric HERE!






I went with Butterick on both the top and bottom view D for each piece. I stayed pretty true to the jacket only modifying the sleeves 3/4 with a cuff. For the front two seams of the skirt I added metal zippers which I thought would be fun. I purchased three 30 inch metal teeth separating zippers, two for the skirt and one for the jacket. I did not modify anything to add the zipper I just folded the seams under with a one inch seam allowance and sewed it to the zipper. The left front zipper is how you get into the skirt. I also added pockets to the skirt. Both patterns are beginner friendly but the instructions for the jacket are a tad bit confusing when adding the zipper, so stay focused on that part.










  

I challenge you to use a print that you normally would not consider, 
I bet you'll be pleasantly surprised! 

Until next time Michelle @ That Black Chic

Comments

  1. TeeJune 1, 2016 at 11:19 AM

    Work it girl!!! Love it!!!

    ReplyDelete
  2. UnknownJune 1, 2016 at 7:15 PM

    Thanks for sharing this. I just purchased a leopard print knit, you just gave me inspiratio for the zippers . You are amazing. MORI has a wardrobe to be envied.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. That Black ChicJune 3, 2016 at 11:15 PM

      Thanks Sharon! I love leopard and I have a fun rainbow print leopard on my to-do list. Do you have a blog? I would love to see what you do with the zippers.

      Delete
  3. QueenbeeJune 1, 2016 at 8:17 PM

    Awesome as always.... Your daughter is the best dressed young lady around 😃

    ReplyDelete
  4. ReDpants DesignsJune 1, 2016 at 10:01 PM

    So absolutely, amazingly adorable! The bomber and pencil skirt are PERFECT!!! LOVE it!

    Ruqayyah (ReDpants Designs)

    ReplyDelete
  5. VenitaJune 1, 2016 at 10:35 PM

    My My My - this is the bizness. I love it especially the zipper detail. Another winner Sis.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. That Black ChicJune 3, 2016 at 11:17 PM

      Thanks Venita Simplicity works well with an awesome print.

      Delete
  6. Curvy Girls are ChicJune 1, 2016 at 11:26 PM

    Nice! Love the combo!

    ReplyDelete
  7. Ann BrodskyJune 2, 2016 at 11:02 AM

    This is gorgeous! I love what you did with the zippers in the skirt.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. That Black ChicJune 3, 2016 at 11:22 PM

      Thanks Ann, that was an afterthought believe it or not.

      Delete
  8. AJJune 2, 2016 at 2:26 PM

    The bomb dot com!! I love this!

    ReplyDelete
  9. UnknownJune 2, 2016 at 5:49 PM

    I love this! Such a cute ensemble

    ReplyDelete
  10. KellyJune 2, 2016 at 6:04 PM

    So chic. Great zipper detail and fabric choice.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. That Black ChicJune 3, 2016 at 11:23 PM

      Thanks Kelly, I'm so glad I thought to add them, I love them.

      Delete
  11. AnonymousJune 4, 2016 at 3:18 PM

    This is a terrific outfit! The zippers go well with the print. Beautiful model also.

    ReplyDelete
  12. Linda LJune 5, 2016 at 8:35 AM

    Love this jacket and skirt! Fit looks perfect on your daughter!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. That Black ChicJune 6, 2016 at 7:27 PM

      Thanks this was fun foe me to make with that print.

      Delete
  13. Anita MorrisJune 6, 2016 at 1:40 AM

    Giiirrrlll, I've been waiting to see what you did with this print and I stumble upon it over here. Gorgeous, Michelle!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. That Black ChicJune 6, 2016 at 7:27 PM

      Thanks Anita! Yeah I was feeling myself with this skirt.

      Delete
  14. JanJune 15, 2016 at 5:39 PM

    I would never have thought of that. I'm loving the zippers. Great job!

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Thanks for leaving a comment! All comments are reviewed before posting to help us eliminate spam. Your comment will be posted within 24 hours.

Popular Posts You Might Like

Made By A Fabricista: Vacation Vibes

By
We will be traveling to the Caribbean for Spring Break this year, so I started thinking about what I wanted to take with me that would be easy to wear, but also light and breezy.  Personally, I love wearing linen because it looks so luxe while still being really comfortable. Since coordinated sets are still on trend this year, I thought it would be fun to create some pieces that I could mix and match for a relaxed vacation mini-wardrobe.  (I just need to remember to pack my travel iron!)   I went through all of my patterns and came up with five different patterns that I knew would would coordinate well with each other, and that would work well with linen.  I wasn’t surprised when all the patterns I chose came from Pattern Emporium.  Their whole aesthetic is clothing that is on trend, easy to wear and comfortable.  For my first set, I used the Lightweight Yarn-Dyed Chambray Linen in Soft Oat.  This fabric is so incredibly soft and airy. ...
5 comments
Continue Reading »

Made By A Fabricista: I Love A Bomber Jacket

By
Hello friends,  I’m Byrd, and today I’m excited to share my latest Fabricista project with you.  There’s something timeless about a bomber jacket that makes it a staple in my wardrobe. It’s effortlessly cool, versatile, and perfect for layering through the seasons. But what makes this particular bomber jacket even more special is its thoughtfully designed pattern. Not only is it a standard pattern, but it’s also adaptive—meaning the length and closures can be customized to suit your needs, whether you’re standing, sitting, or using a wheelchair. This level of inclusivity in design is something I truly appreciate, and that’s why I’m especially excited about this make! The Fabric: Cotton Poly Poplin For the bomber jacket, I chose a Salamander White cotton-poly poplin , and it couldn’t be a more perfect match. Poplin is a fantastic choice for outerwear because it’s lightweight yet durable, with just the right amount of structure to hold the classic bomber shape. The cotton-poly b...
6 comments
Continue Reading »

Made By A Fabricista: Pleated High Waisted Pants And How To Style Them

By
Hi sewing friends! Today I’m excited to share some awesome trousers that I discovered last year when I was a tester on this pattern. These pants are seriously amazing and magical because they are pretty beginner friendly but you get a real ready to wear and higher end look due to a few clever features. I also think they are flattering on a variety of body shapes and sizes so all in all, this pattern is a winner for me. I’m also going to share three top patterns of different styles that work well with this trouser style. Have I peaked your interest? Let’s go! These magical trousers are the Padget Pants from Petite Stitchery & Co (PSCo). This pattern is size inclusive and goes up to a 5X or 62 inch hip. It also includes a great projector file with mirrored full pattern pieces (yay for good projector files!). Here are a few action shots of these awesome pants: The instructions specify a knit fabric, but many of the testers on the team made them in stretch or even non-stretch w...
2 comments
Continue Reading »