I MADE THIS: Skirt from a Vintage Sheet

Hello, hello— I just wanted to share a little sewing update with everyone! I mentioned here that I wanted to make a skirt from scratch now that I know how to use a sewing machine. So in case you don't read blog post titles, HERE IS THE SKIRT I MADE!
I got together with some of my favorite local bloggers a few weekends ago and we had a little sewing circle. I made this skirt using this video tutorial and some guidance from Miss Ladybird. I'm really glad I used a vintage sheet as the fabric— it's super unique and also a really cheap source of lots of fabric.
I also didn't want to ruin any "nice" fabric since I don't really know what I'm doing yet. I learned a lot from this project and I can't wait to make something a bit more fitted next time. I'm not too crazy about the cut of this skirt (it's A LOT of bulk in some places) AND I ended up making it a little shorter than I normally like. But I think it's a great beginner project— I definitely feel confident enough to take on some more complicated pieces now!
Also, I just want to say that hanging out with bloggers IRL is even cooler than you think it's going to be— I'm so thrilled to live near such talented and welcoming ladies! Lauren also recently learned to sew and she is making a badass dress right now. I was pretty impressed with the knitting project that Jen brought along— I have no skill in that arena so it was awesome to see in action. Janae worked on some sketches for a future sewing project and Aubrey came along to see what everyone else was up to + get inspired. And I believe Sarah was on her way out when I got there but judging from her blog she made something amazing, too!
Seriously though, I've wanted to sew since I was like 10 and I'm so glad I finally dove in! I'm excited to learn everything I can— AND to have such an awesome support group! I'm glad so many people came along to the meetup on such short notice— I can't wait for the next time! I think I'm going to try some aprons or a dress next— who knows?!
Also, here is a bonus picture of Lladybird's cat— she is a grump. And here is another picture of the shoes that I'm in love with. Lastly, does anyone have any tips on beginner sewing blogs or projects? I'm all ears!

dress worn as a top: thrifted (originally AA) / skirt: made by me / blazer, tights: target / shoes: thrifted
Oh, and in case you were wondering— yes, I did lighten my hair! ;-)

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