what kind of 'panels' do you use? sometimes i use varied fabrics, straight, slightly triangular panels. on the sides, i'll add a row of small patches. other skirts, i'll make about 5 big patches down, then put small slightly triangular solid panels between. i've made pure patchy skirts before, but they tend to be a bit boxy without the solid panels. i'm running out of patch laying ideas. i think for my next one i'll try triangular patches.
I usually use squares but that's because i'm lazy . I tend to pick out about 6 fabrics that go together then an "outcast"
I do the whole square thing too, also lazy ... I like mixing batik prints and cordouroy squares, I think they look funky together.
when i do pure patchy skirts, i sew however many patchy panels i want, then taper them (slight triangle) and sew them together. a little bit more work, but they fit so much better for me. that may not work for someone who wants the patches to line up perfectly. i like mine to be a little random.
hmm...i guess i do that too, the tapering thing. sometimes i'll start with one slightly triangular panel in the front, and add from there. i find, oddly (or not) enough, that the middle panel will be the longest, in the front and back, with the sides being a tiny bit shorter. this makes for a good a-line skirt, as it flares out...hemmings a bitch though, always, the worst part. i'd post pictures but i DON'T KNOW HOW and can't seem to find out either. anyone know how?
if you already have them saved on your comp. go to "Go Advanced" at the bottom of the Quick Reply message box and from there scroll down to manage attatchments... a new screen will open up for you to browse for the pics you want i can't wait to see them
