Problem Solved ... I think

[Jetblasted]

I've been weighing options for my winter flannel skirt that I have planned.

From un-bifurcating flannel pj's & converting to a skirt, to finding (with great difficulty) a ready-made flannel skirt, to a couple other options, I think I'm just going to go with a flannel gown like this one shown here.

http://media.plussizetech.com/womanwith ... c_1632.jpg

It seems it would be much easier to just cut this gown near the waist, and sew in a drawstring, rather than all the fuss of trying to match fabrics, and sew, sew, sew, to make what I'm looking for.

Adding in a satin slip for a liner seems like it will be an easy fix, too.

Now, that's a load off my mind . . . LoL

[crfriend]

It seems it would be much easier to just cut this gown near the waist, and sew in a drawstring, rather than all the fuss of trying to match fabrics, and sew, sew, sew, to make what I'm looking for.

Instead of cutting anything, if all you're after is a drawstring or a sash, either put loops on the outside and use those to hold the tie in place, or, if you want something a bit more discreet, sew a long strip of fabric onto the inside of the gown to form a tunnel and shoot the drawstring through that and create a "buttonhole" in the front to bring the ends out. With either of those options one essentially winds up with a dress, albeit one that will look like it was made from a nightgown.

Adding in a satin slip for a liner seems like it will be an easy fix, too.

If this is going to be for outside, everyday wear, that's going to be pretty much a must. My advice would be to keep the slip separate. Doing laundry is easier that way.

[Jetblasted]

Great suggestion about the separate slip. I think I'll just go that route. It will be for daily use around the house. This is just going to be lounge wear. I'm not going to get too intricate for belt loops, etc., just planning to be simple enough to pull on & go. The women's one piece will be simple enough to measure, cut & then only sew over a flap to hold the elastic & drawstring. This "seems" to be the simplest option.

[Milfmog]

Great suggestion about the separate slip. I think I'll just go that route. It will be for daily use around the house. This is just going to be lounge wear. I'm not going to get too intricate for belt loops, etc., just planning to be simple enough to pull on & go. The women's one piece will be simple enough to measure, cut & then only sew over a flap to hold the elastic & drawstring. This "seems" to be the simplest option.

I reckon the simplest option is to wear it as it was made

If you really feel the need for a waisted look a rope tie or chain belt could simply be added without the need for any sort of fixing to the garment. Since you are apparently planning to use it at home that is probably sufficient.

Have fun,


Ian.

[Ricky]

You really should check etsy.com. I've seen some full length wool skirts on there. Granted, its not the cheapest place to shop, but you can find some really awesome stuff there...