Simple summer skirts: patterns with descriptions. Summer is in full swing! Treat yourself to a beautiful new thing! Feminine floor-length skirt: ideas and patterns Sew a long floor-length skirt
A long skirt, depending on what material is chosen for it, what it is made of, is fashionable, stylish and, let’s say, “on theme” for any season of the year, and for different occasions.
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By and large, what should be the pattern for a long skirt?
4:626 4:631The pattern of long skirts can be made using the pattern of any skirt. This is explained by the fact that the skirt that you like is modeled, as usual, the only difference is The length of the finished product must be increased to the required length!
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For example, a pattern for a floor-length skirt based on a pattern or (they are similar) - everything is as usual. And make the length that you need - be it short, medium or long.
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Here is another option for a floor-length skirt pattern- based
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The model is always in fashion, looks great at any length, the main thing is to choose good material.
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Also, depending on the modeling method, you can make a skirt with a high waist or with an elastic band, which is most likely the easiest option for a novice seamstress or dressmaker.
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Perhaps you like it, and if you also want pockets, then you should sew on pockets, it will turn out both stylish and comfortable.
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Perhaps someone likes a trouser skirt - it is at the same time feminine, and with a touch of courage, and casual, and very festive. In fact, this is a useful invention for a woman’s wardrobe, allowing you to combine both convenience and style. How to sew it, you can
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Useful and easy to understand, I’m sure it will help you a lot.
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Skirt Romantic
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It can simply be elastic, straight and long, then the pattern of such a skirt is extremely simple
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You can take a rectangle of fabric and an elastic band that is as long as your waist or hips, it depends on how you will wear it later. And then, having slightly gathered the fabric, we sew it to the elastic band, first making only one side seam. We process the cuts and that’s it!
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It will certainly turn out very beautiful and stylish if you take corrugated fabric.
18:1166 18:1171Here is another pattern for a long skirt with wedges
To do this you will need about 170 centimeters of fabric with a width of 140 centimeters and a zipper.
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On the pattern, the two upper parts are the front and back middle parts of our skirt, and the lower parts are wedges, of which there will be two of each. At the very bottom is the belt.
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In general, a long skirt is any skirt, be it with a wrap, with a yoke, with an elastic band, with a peplum and pockets, the only thing in common is the length, that is, we look at the pattern of any skirt pattern we like, and increase the length of the skirt itself to the desired us size. That's all.
20:1331 20:1336Summer is coming. Every girl wants something fresh for the summer season, and thinks about how to sew a blouse, sundress, or skirt. Today we will look at as quickly as possible, without complex patterns, sew a long skirt for summer with your own hands. A maxi skirt in a half-sun style is suitable for almost any figure.
What fabric to choose for a summer skirt?
- Natural linen. This fabric does not create a greenhouse effect, it is not hot, your body breathes in a linen product, and holds its shape well.
- Chintz. The fabric is light and helps to withstand hot days, but more often it is used for sewing bed linen.
- Satin. Smooth, silky front surface and matte back. With prolonged use, satin practically does not shrink, which cannot be said about chintz. Its shrinkage occurs during the production process. The fabric is first bleached, then dyed, and the dye is fixed.
- Batiste. Translucent, flowy, thin linen or cotton fabric. Batiste lays beautifully in folds and drapes. Thin denim - chambry. Very thin, used mainly for sewing lightweight garments.
- Veil. Thin, translucent, airy fabric that lifts your spirits.
- Crepe de Chine. Things made from it are strong and durable. The fabric is light, beautiful, and does not wrinkle. Translated from French as “Chinese silk”.
How to cut a long flared half-sun skirt quickly for summer.
The “sun” and “half-sun” methods are considered the simplest.
1. Please note that the sun skirt is cut out without seams.
Half-sun skirt with one seam.
To cut out a half-sun, you only need two measurements: waist circumference and length. Cuts right away without patterns.
How to do the calculation.
Considering that our skirt will be without a fastener and it should be easy to put on and take off, you need to add 15–20 cm to the waist circumference.
E.g., Ob.t. 80 + 20 = 100 cm.
It is necessary to add 2 cm to the length of the skirt for processing the bottom.
For example, Dl.yu. 105 cm + 2 = 107 cm.
We will calculate the construction of the half-sun using formulas.
Radius of the circle of the upper cut (1R) = Volume: 3 = 100:3 = 33 cm.
Radius of the circle of the lower cut (2R) = 1R + Length. (with fold) = 33 + 106 = 139 cm.
Fabric calculation.
To find out the yardage of fabric needed for the skirt, the resulting value is 139 cm, multiply by 2 = 278 cm. Taking into account that the width of the fabric must be at least 140 cm.
How to save matter.
We lay out the fabric on the table, measure along the edge the value 2R - 139 cm. From this point we draw a semicircle with a radius of 33 cm, a second with a radius of 139 cm.
Second cutting method. The fabric needs to be folded in half in width. From the angle, mark two values. When sewing the belt, so that the length of the skirt does not decrease, add 1 cm to the cut of the smaller circle.
The belt is cut from the remnants of the fabric; its length is equal to the upper semicircle of the skirt.
If the skirt is too wide, the fabric consumption increases; to save fabric, try cutting out a “half-sun” with two side seams.
Skirt sewing technology.
- We connect and process the side sections of the half-sun and the details of the belt.
- We connect the top section of the skirt with the belt. We thread the elastic band (elastic band).
- We process the bottom cut.
- If the fabric is translucent, we put it on a lining or make a double one with a difference in length.
Long semi-sun skirt.
What to wear with a long skirt.
Every woman has a long skirt in her wardrobe; with its help you can hide imperfections and figuratively increase your height. But it's not that simple! It is necessary to choose the right top, shoes and accessories.
There is an unspoken rule how to choose a top for a long skirt. If the skirt is full, then the jacket, blouse, or T-shirt should be tight-fitting. If the skirt is tight, then it is better to choose the top a little loose. A multi-colored, motley skirt looks advantageous when the top is plain, and vice versa, with a calm bottom, the blouse can be bright and have intricate patterns. In order not to spoil your figure, choose a top in darker colors for a light long skirt.
Accessories for a long skirt. Accessories for the neck can be large, but with the condition that the top of the ensemble is plain. A belt is another decoration that will complement the look and emphasize the waist and chest line. Perfect option handbags for long skirts- a clutch with a long strap that can be carried in your hands.
Shoes to go with a long skirt. To go with this skirt, you can choose sandals with wedges or high heels. In any case, the style of shoes should be in harmony with the top of the outfit.
This summer season, maxi length is coming back into fashion - skirts will be floor-length. This is good news, because in a long skirt you feel cooler in the summer, especially if it is calico or cambric, and secondly, such a floor-length skirt allows you to visually elongate the lower part of the figure, making your legs endless!
Another argument in favor of a floor-length skirt is that you can sew it without a pattern, literally in an hour. So, the time has come!
Maxi skirts can look completely different. We suggest you sew a skirt consisting of three frills of the same width. The length of such a skirt depends on the width of the frills, which are determined by the formula: Divide the length from the waist to the floor according to the measurement by 3.
For example, the length from the waist to the floor according to the measurement is 105 cm, the width of each frill will be equal to - 105: 3 = 35 cm.
Constructing a pattern
Pattern modeling
Skirt belt pattern.
Measure your waist circumference. Draw a rectangle equal to the length of the waist circumference according to the measurement plus a 3 cm increase for the fastener. The width of the rectangle is 8 cm. The increase in seams is 1 cm on all sides.
Pattern of the first frill of a floor-length skirt.
Calculate the width of the frills using the formula - the length from the waist to the floor according to the measurement, divided by 3. Draw a rectangle with a length equal to the waist circumference multiplied by 1.4-1.7 (the larger the number, the more magnificent the ruffle) and the width obtained from the formula - in our case — 35 cm.
Pattern of the second frill.
Draw a second frill of the same width and length equal to the length of the first frill multiplied by 1.6-1.7.
Pattern of the third frill.
Draw a third frill with a length equal to the length of the second frill, multiplied by 1.6-1.7. Pay attention to the allowances on all sides - 1 cm.
Floor-length skirt pattern: cutting
We told you in detail how to calculate fabric for a full-length skirt and other clothes. See:
Lay out all the details of the skirt along the grain, allow seam allowances of 1.5 cm, and 3 cm for the bottom frill.
How to sew a skirt
Sew the upper sides of each frill with a wide stitch (4 mm) and pull them together.
The length of the top frill should be equal to the waist circumference according to the measurement, the length of the second frill should be equal to the lower edge of the first, and the length of the third frill should be equal to the lower edge of the second frill.
Baste and stitch the frills together. Process allowances. Sew a hidden zipper along the back seam of the skirt into the floor.
Reinforce the outer side of the stitched waistband with thermal fabric.
Fold the bottom of the skirt to the floor by 1 cm and stitch.
You can also stitch each frill along the top to the edge and two lines below (at a distance of 0.5 cm from each other - see photo above), carefully straightening the folds.
Sewing a simple floor-length skirt is not difficult even for a novice craftswoman. After all, you can do without a pattern; it will be enough to take just a few measurements. In this article we will analyze in detail what and how to measure, how to cut out parts and sew. For those who don’t want to bother with creating a drawing, I offer ready-made free patterns for a long skirt, which can be downloaded at the end of the article.
How to create a floor-length skirt pattern
First we need to decide on the fabric. It is desirable that it stretches in the transverse direction. Otherwise, the skirt will hinder movement.
Required measurements:
- Waist circumference,
- Hip circumference (optional measurement, needed for verification),
- Length from waist to outer foot.
- Step length (needed so that the skirt does not hinder movement).
With the first three measures, I think there should be no questions. But to measure the length of your step, or rather, the circumference, you need to take your usual step and measure the circumference around your ankles with a centimeter tape.
On fabric folded in half, set aside a quarter of the OT on top, for example, if your waist is 68 cm, then you will need to set aside 17 cm + seam allowance.
We set aside the length along the fold line, for example 90 cm. From the resulting point we set aside a quarter of the step circumference. So, if your measurement of this value was 88 cm, then you will need to set aside at least 22 cm. Of course, you can measure more, but if you take a smaller segment, keep in mind that walking in a skirt will not be very comfortable. To correct the situation, you will have to make a cut, but we sew without it.
Finally, check to see if the skirt is tight at the hips. To do this, measure approximately 18-20 cm below the waist and measure the width in this area, it should be at least a quarter of the circumference of your hips. If you have a narrow waist and very wide hips, you will have to slightly increase the waist mark and increase the width of the lower section by the same amount.
Method No. 2. According to the method of Marlene Mukai.
Marlene Mukai suggests creating a long skirt pattern using the hip circumference as a basis. Below are drawings of such skirts. We see that initially a rectangle is drawn, the width of which is a quarter of the OB. We measure a quarter OT from the top, and another quarter OB is laid down from the edge of the rectangle. The edges of the skirt need to be slightly rounded. In my opinion, Marlene Mukai’s patterns are one of the most accurate and at the same time simple. By the way, all measurements in the drawings are indicated taking into account allowances. Size chart below.
How to sew a maxi skirt
Cut out the pattern pieces. Place them right sides together and sew the side seams. Fold the bottom.
To process the top, cut a strip of fabric, the length of which will be equal to OT, the width will be approximately 20 cm. Fold it in half and sew it to the upper section of the skirt. If you have very wide hips and the fabric is not elastic, you can cut a longer strip and then insert an elastic band into it or sew on rubber veins.
Other options for maxi skirts
Here are some more options for long skirts. The size chart for these drawings is the same as for the Marlene Mukai patterns.
Patterns and methods of sewing godet, maxi, pencil and tatyanka skirts.
A skirt is one of the most favorite things for women. The popularity of this product increases in the summer, since in winter, due to bad weather, the fair sex prefers trousers and jeans. You can sew an outfit yourself, especially if you have the most basic skills.
How to sew a Tatyanka skirt with your own hands?
The Tatyanka skirt is a product that has been at the peak of popularity for several seasons in a row. It is a garment with a belt with folds. There may be an elastic band or a set-in belt at the top, in which case the skirt is fastened with a zipper.
Instructions for sewing the Tatyanka skirt:
- Most importantly, this product does not require making a pattern. Even a beginner can sew the product accordingly
- Purchase fabric with a length equal to the length of the product plus 10-15 cm
- Cut the braid 10 cm wide and a length equal to your waist circumference plus 5 cm
- We will sew a belt from this piece
- Form folds from the rest of the fabric on the waistband, but you can make it simpler. Simply baste a piece of fabric around the volume and pull it to a length equal to your waist circumference
- Sew a piece to the waistband, fold the braid over and stitch it
- Sew the back seam, leaving 15-20 cm for the zipper
- Sew in the zipper, finish the bottom and cut areas with an overlocker
- If you love aesthetics, then you need to make folds. To do this, divide the width of the fabric by the number of desired folds. So, you will find out the width of the folds
- Baste the folds to the waistband and stitch them
How to sew a fashionable long floor-length skirt: patterns
The floor-length skirt is one of the most popular in the last 3 seasons. Just three years ago, products made from translucent, flowing, pleated fabric were popular. Now fashion has changed, and at the peak of popularity are products with a smell or half-sun.
Instructions for sewing a full-sun skirt:
- For such an outfit you need to create a pattern. You can do this directly on the fabric. Consumption is equal to approximately 2.8 m for a fabric width of 1.5 m
- To do this, you need only two sizes - waist size and product length
- Now divide the waist size by 3 and subtract 2 cm. For example, with FROM 70 cm, you will get the number 21.3 cm. Fold the fabric in half along the width and pin it together so that the fabric does not slip
- Set aside 21.3 cm from the fold (the number you calculated)
- From this mark, measure the length of the product. Now round the top and bottom
- At the top of the product, make a seam for a zipper.
- Sew a belt to the skirt. Sew the bottom or make a facing. Finish the seams with an overlocker
There are other options for maxi skirt patterns, below are some simple examples.
How to sew a sun skirt with your own hands?
This is not difficult at all, such a skirt gives femininity and looks very harmonious on tall and slender girls.
Instructions for sewing a sun skirt:
- If you are thin, you can sew a product from a single piece of fabric. To do this, purchase a piece equal to the width of the fabric. That is, you need a square 1.5 by 1.5 m
- Fold it in four, right side inward. As you understand, we will create the pattern directly on the fabric
- From the bend point, set aside a segment equal to OT/3 and minus 2 cm. At the bend point, attach a pin with a thread and tie a piece of chalk to it. Draw a sector
- Set aside the length of the skirt from the circle line and draw the circle again
- Cut out the resulting ring, make a slit on the side for the zipper, and sew it in
- Sew the ring to the belt, overcast the seams
How to sew a year skirt: patterns
The godet skirt is a real hit this season, although due to the classic cut, such products never go out of style. A skirt is usually called a product that artificially expands downward. Simply put, this is a mermaid or fish skirt. This skirt can be one-piece or with set-in wedges. It’s easier to sew a one-piece skirt, but the fabric consumption is very high. Accordingly, to save money, they create patterns with set-in wedges.
Instructions for constructing a pattern for a year skirt with set-in wedges:
- The basis of the pattern is a regular straight skirt. You need to construct a pattern with darts on the sides and hips. From the widest part of the skirt - the hip line, measure 20 cm and draw a horizontal line. This will be the line at the beginning of the year
- Lay down more pieces to get the skirt of the required length
- There will be 6 wedges in total, so you need to cut the front panel from below with vertical lines
- The angle of the wedges can be 30-180 degrees, this determines how full the skirt will be at the bottom
- The wedges are rounded to create sectors
- You can sew a one-piece skirt
How to sew a skirt and shorts: patterns
There are many options for short skirt patterns. Basically they are sewn on the basis of a quarter wedge skirt. Accordingly, cuts and bends are added as when sewing shorts. But there are also simpler options. In some cases, the method of sewing a tatyanka skirt is used, that is, with the formation of folds near the line of darts. Nowadays, such skirts are in fashion; in the summer they are sewn from chiffon, satin and linen, and in the winter from suits and jeans.
Under no circumstances should you create a pattern for a short skirt directly on the fabric. This is a complex garment that requires calculations and drawing a pattern on paper.
How to sew a pencil skirt with your own hands: patterns
This skirt can be considered a classic; it is an indispensable option for the office, college and school. The length of a pencil skirt can vary and depends on the characteristics of your figure. For slender and long-legged girls, a skirt below the knee is ideal. A pencil skirt is sewn based on a regular pattern, only it tapers at the bottom.
Instructions for creating a pattern for a pencil skirt:
- Measure the FROM, ABOUT length of the product and the distance from the waist to the widest part of the hip
- Make two darts at the front and back, round the side seams
- From the widest line of the hip to the bottom it is necessary to narrow the skirt, this is done on the sides
- The reduction on each side should be 6 cm, that is, from the widest part of the thigh to the bottom with an indentation of 6 cm, you need to draw a straight line
How to sew a skirt from jeans?
The peculiarity of this product is its poor stretchability, although there are models that have excellent stretch. The easiest way is to sew a straight skirt; it is always in fashion. If you are far from creating a pattern, sew the product with an elastic band or cord.
Instructions for sewing a straight denim skirt:
- Cut two rectangles equal to OB plus 3 cm for seams
- Sew the rectangles
- Roll up the lower part of the product
- Sew a belt at the top or simply turn up the edge
- Pull the elastic or drawstring into the waistband
- Finish the seams with an overlocker
How to sew a chiffon skirt?
Chiffon is a thin and light fabric, an excellent option for the summer heat. There are many options for sewing chiffon products, the most popular are: godet, half-sun, maxi. Items with a yoke are often sewn from chiffon, with a lining sewn on the inside.
Instructions for sewing a chiffon skirt:
- Build a pattern
- Attach the paper pattern to the fabric, cut out the details
- Sew using a needle forward stitch.
- Sew on a machine
- Sew on the belt
- Overlock the seams
- Sew a lining if necessary
How to sew a tulle skirt?
Most often, a tutu skirt is sewn from this material. This is not difficult to do; this outfit is very trendy this season. Brave individuals can wear it in everyday life, although it is usually used for photo shoots and holidays.
Instructions for sewing a tulle tutu skirt:
- Measure your waist and subtract 7 cm, cut the elastic to that length
- Cut the tulle into pieces 2 times the length of the product. Width of segments 10 cm
- Use the resulting ribbons to tie an elastic band
- The product will be more magnificent if, after tying the knot, you pull the ribbon to the previous sections
- The more ribbons, the more magnificent the product
- You can combine tulle of several colors
VIDEO: DIY tutu skirt
A skirt is a feminine outfit that can hide figure flaws and show off slender legs. Be sure to include the product in your wardrobe.
