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I made this skirt recently, from a piece of long-hoarded black linen. My intention was to make something very simple and comfortable for wearing to the office with some of the simple tops I've sewn over the last few years. 

I didn't use a pattern, but was thinking about the bottom part of this dress while I made it – and tried to achieve a similar shape and the same side pockets. It has a flat waistband at the front that is gathered with wide elastic at the back. Both waistband lining and pockets are a cheerful goldy-yellow cotton lawn.

I really didn't enjoy sewing this at all – I should probably stick to using a pattern next time. I had to unpick and re-do certain parts (gathers, waistband, pockets) a few times, and by the end of the project, which dragged on over several Sunday afternoons, I was very pleased it was over.

However it is a lovely thing to wear and I personally can never have too many linen garments hanging in the wardrobe, winter or summer.

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I learned of this new album via National Radio the other day. I haven't listened to much Paul Simon over the years (except Mum's Graceland album when I was a kid) but I think this song, Stranger to stranger is very beautiful.

Are you on Instagram? I really love looking at people's photos (especially knitting-related, while I'm on the bus to and from work for some reason) on there, though I suspect it is the 'new blogging' – do you agree? One of my favourites is leighsideknits who makes beautiful things from her home in Canada. I recommend it if you're after some knitting inspiration..

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