I love maxi-skirts! They let you really show off a beautiful fabric. Although there are lots of patterns available for maxi-skirts, you'll notice that many do not have pockets. I don't know why that is, as pockets are so essential! When I got my March issue of Burda Style magazine, I couldn't help but notice this skirt in the plus section: The line drawing showed that it was a simple design but with a few features that I find desirable: pockets, a combination drawstring and elastic waist, and long side slits. I find that a combining a drawstring with elastic helps you to cinch the waist to just the right snugness. And side slits help you to move freely and provide extra ventilation on warm days. So, even though these are small details, they can really make the difference between whether you end up wearing an item or not! I made this pattern three times out of different fabrics from Fabric Mart for their Summer Skirt Challenge- one ITY knit,
Ann's Sewing Experiments