The #0200 Ladies' Skirt finally arrived in my inbox a few days ago.  I printed out the pattern on A4 paper and taped it together in preparation for the size adjustments. The 34 inch waist is a little too trim for me!

I will mark notches and other indicated lines using my mother's Simplicity tracing paper (price 50 cents) and her old wooden handled marking wheel. These both date from the 1970's!

I treated myself to a cutting board, a large roll of some cheap blue cotton to make mock ups and ordered a dress form. Unfortunately the form hasn't arrived yet despite being ordered nearly 2 months ago. 

I am considering making a shorter version of this skirt as I think I could quite happily wear it at work.  We will see how the mock up goes first though. Looking forward to starting on the blouse patternto go with the skirt but I must be patient and finish this skirt first. Sewing is booked for this weekend for two full days. The start of the wet autumn weather helps keep me inside. So I will blog some more with photos of my progress after the weekend.