It seems like many skirts selling at the stores these days are mid-thigh length or shorter. Which is a bummer since I’ll see a cute skirt at the store and gasp with excitement only to find in disappointment that it’s too short. So this is one of two ways I modestify my skirts.
check the hem on the bottom of the dress. is there extra fabric to play with? this one luckily did. see how the hem stitching of the dress is about 3″ above the bottom of the skirt?
unpick the bottom of the dress all the way around.
Trudy Callan says
Excellent! Looks great!
Trudy
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Cherisse says
Hey, this is good to know! I don't know why I didn't think about doing this. Thanks! Your skirt is really cute.
Misty says
Great tip! Thanks for linking @Creative Itch's "Sew Cute Tuesday"!
Bromeliad says
I often have problems with skirts that are too short.
Any ideas for a skirt that does not have a hem to drop?
Robin says
Love it! you need to share this in my weekly upcycled crafts party Upcycled Awesome. Here is the link: http://tinyurl.com/Upcycled6
Sarah says
bromeliad: buy a skirt a few sizes larger and then alter it to fit you. that way it's a longer length. if it's a back zipper, all u have to do is sew up the sides and you're done!
Helena says
That extra 3 inches didn't take away from the cuteness at all. Nicely done!
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fluffysam says
I do this with lots of skirts too… it makes such a difference! Sometimes I'll add a ruffle or a contrasting solid band to the bottom if taking out the hem isn't enough.
I was walking around Target today, and I couldn't imagine not being able to sew. My cart was filled with boys' clearance flannel shirts that I'll add darts to so they're adorable, and I just can't even think what it would be like to have to shop for clothes EXACTLY AS THEY ARE. Most things I buy end up changed somehow, and it's way more fun (and cute!) that way.