Inspiration.. done. Now it’s time to get working on the pattern.
I made a version of this flirty skirt a few years ago. I copied it from a J.Crew sequin skirt that was $200. It’s a real simple pattern and I made the skirt for under $25! Hello bargain.
Materials Needed:
- Fabric – Lace and lining materials
- Elastic for waistband – I used a 3/4″ elastic
- Thread, pins, scissors, Dritz disappearing ink pen
- Drafting paper, pencil, pen, rulers
- Pattern drafting attitude
8 Easy steps:
Create your pattern. Develop the skirt self and lining – a large rectangle 21″ x 16″. Also trace off the facing piece – 21″ x 3″
Cut your fabric – Cut 2 pieces each from the lace and lining
Sew the sides seams for lace skirt, lining and facing. I chose to use my serger to sew this entire garment together. I also finished the facing and lining hems with the serger
Prepare the top edge to sew. Layer the pieces – first the lace, then sandwich the facing and then the skirt lining. Pin the entire top edge and sew with a 1/2″ SA. Remember to backstitch
Press this seam. Turn so the lace is rightside out and press the top edge seam yet again
Turn so the lining is facing out – mark along the facing for elastic placement. Start 1/2″ down from top edge. This will create a nice little frilly edge. Give a little extra wiggle room room for the elastic – approx 1/8″ – 1/4″. Mark for the top and bottom
Sew on the dotted/marker lines. Both at the top and bottom seams. Along the bottom seam, leave a small opening for the elastic
Thread your elastic through. Fit on yourself to size the elastic. Sew the opening closed
Pair with a white tank top, chunky necklace and some killer shoes and you are good to go.
Happy sewing
Love this. Thanks for the info
Looks amazing! These instructions are perfect.
Sexy and under $25! that’s awesome, great step by step instructions. How about something for men like JCrew shorts?