Bossa Nova Skirt, pt.1

So, I have embarked on my next sewing project, this skirt:
http://www.pages01.net/fabriccom/hpbossanova

A good friend came over to help me get started.  I've cut out all my panels, & pressed them.  I've started pinning them.  I had some trouble loading the bobbin, so I didn't get to any stitching.

The skirt is essentially 8 seams, a hem, and casing for an elastic waistband.  However, as this is just a means for me to practice skills, I have little aspirations of actually being able to wear it when I'm done. Therefore, I used whatever fabric I had on hand, which is probably not the best choice for this skirt.

Also, I'm anticipating a common problem for me with elastic waistband skirts, which is that the "correct" size at my waist will not stretch enough to fit over my hips.  Eventually, I will figure out the right measurement to use so that there is enough give to make it over my hips, while still being small enough to gather at my waist.

In the meantime, I'm excited to practice!