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Title: old into new
Post by: sapphire_skye01 on April 21, 2009, 11:21:05 AM
Is it possible to take a velvet skirt and turn it into an over skirt ?simply?
Title: Re: old into new
Post by: sealion on April 21, 2009, 01:35:02 PM
I don't see why not assuming that it has a firm waistband rather than elastic. Simply cut it up the front and hem the cut edges. Close it at the waist with a hook and bar if the waistband overlaps or add eyelets or grommets and tie it closed.