To Dye For

Skirt Construction

Right sides together, pin the skirt front sections together. Stitch using 5/8" seam allowances. Press open the seams. Repeat to stitch the skirt back sections together.

Follow the pattern directions to stitch the skirt front and back together and insert the zipper.

Pin the grosgrain ribbon around the skirt 5/8" from waistline edge. Edgestitch the ribbon to the skirt along the ribbon upper edge.

Turn the ribbon to the skirt inside; press. Hand stitch the ribbon lower edge to the skirt to secure.

Sources

Duncan Enterprises, (800) 438-6226, (559) 291-4444, duncancrafts.com, supplied the Tulip One-Step Fashion Dyes, Tulip 3D Fashion Paint, Tulip Soft Fabric Paint, and the finished project. (These products can also be found at Wal-Mart, Michael's, Hobby Lobby and Jo-Ann Fabric and Crafts Store, Inc.)

Bleach paste can be found in the laundry aisle at most grocery stores.

About the Author

Suzie Shinseki has been involved in art since childhood and has continued that passion throughout her life. She honed her natural talents by attending the Academy of Arts in San Francisco and has been a fashion illustrator for designers in Hong Kong and Miami. Suzie is currently a designer for Duncan Enterprises.