Circle Skater Skirt

THIS IS A DIGITAL PDF SEWING PATTERN

If you're looking for a flattering, feminine, fun, flirty, funky, fresh and fabulous look, try our most pinned style on Pinterest, the Circle Skater Skirt Sewing Pattern.

Full of many different design options, this piece of clothing sits smoothly at the midriff with soft fullness at the hem. As one of our most versatile patterns and styles to sew, the adaptability of the circle skater skirt makes it an appealing style to wear.

Dress it up, dress it down, wear it long or short – the choice is yours when buying a skirt pattern online, including our bohemian skirt patterns.

◄FEATURES

All of our options are what makes our Skater Skirt pattern so unique. We know our customers love when an item is versatile.

Elastic Midsection Skater Skirt - Exposed elastic, super quick to sew.

Simple Centred Zip Skirt - Easy for beginners.

Semi-Exposed Zip - add a bit of contrast to your skirt by using a coloured zip

Semi-Exposed Zip Skirt - Add a bit of contrast by using a coloured option.

Button-Front Skirt - Perfect if you want a little more detail.

Zip-Up Skirt - Add a chunky open-ended zip from top to bottom.

PLUS... 

Adding Hidden Pockets - These fab little pockets sit hidden in the side seams. 

Adding Trimmed Pockets - Add some contrasting detail by adding these front pockets.

Adding Suspenders - There's a tutorial on how to make removable suspenders.

Plus two lengths and endless possibilities!  

◄SIZING

Size: AU6-30 (US2-26)

Waist 60-120cm (23.5-47.5")

 

How to measure yourself for the Skater Skirt Pattern: How to measure yourself for the Skater Skirt Pattern: Measure around your natural midriff. The tape measure should be firm but not tight. The fit should be just right if your measurements are from 60-120cm (approximately 23.5-47.5"). 

Size (AU)	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20	22	24	26	28	30
Waist (cms)	60	65	70	75	80	85	90	95	100	105	110	115	120
Waist (inches)	23.5	25.5	27.5	29.5	31.5	33.5	35.5	37.5	39.5	41.5	43.5	45.5	47.5

 

◄FABRIC & TRIMS

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS: The beauty of the circle Skater Skirt is you can pretty much use any textiles that appeals to you:

Daytime: A gorgeous quilting cotton print.

Work: A soft cotton sateen or suiting material in a classic corporate style check.

Weekend: Soft denim, chambray or stencil.

Date night: A gorgeous lace or evening wear textile.

Winter: Fine wool with a pair of boots.

Summer: Light and airy cotton voile or rayon print.

 

TRIM REQUIREMENTS: The trims you need depend on the style you're sewing.

A: Elastic Waist Skirt - 35-75mm (1 1/2-3") elastic. It can be ruffled, colour, glitter, printed or decorative.

B: Simple Centre Zip Skirt - 23cm (9") dress zip. 20mm (3/4") button. Lightweight interfacing.

C: Semi Exposed Zip Skirt - 18cm (7') dress or metal zip. 20mm (3/4") button. Lightweight interfacing.

D: Hidden Pockets - extra length for pockets.

E: Trimmed Pockets - 12-20mm (1/2-3/4") bias binding.

F: Button Front - 5 x 20mm (3/4") buttons (6 buttons for longer option) and lightweight interfacing.

G: Zip Up Skirt- Chunky plastic open ended zip. Use a 35cm (14") zip for shorter skirt length. Use 45cm (18") zip for longer skirt length. 1 x 20mm (3/4") button and lightweight interfacing.

H: Suspenders- 1 x 30mm Overall Buckle Fasteners, 2 x 18-25mm (3/4-1") flat buttons for inside. 2 x 20-25mm (3/4-1') buttons to match for the outside. Lightweight interfacing.

 

FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: The following table outlines the requirements based on 110cm (44") material.

METRES: Fabric width 110cm

Waist Measurement (cm)	60	62.5-70	72.5-80	82.5-90	92.5-100	102.5-120
Length 1	1.7	1.8	2	2.1	2.4	2.5
Length 2	2.6	2.7	2.8	3	3.2	3.45

METRES: Fabric Width 150cm

Waist Measurement (cm)	60	62.5-70	72.5-80	82.5-90	92.5-100	102.5-120
Length 1	2.5	1.5	1.5	1.5	1.5	1.5
Length 2	1.8	1.8	1.8	1.8	2.3	2.4

 

YARDS: Fabric width 40"

Waist Measurement (cm)	60	62.5-70	72.5-80	82.5-90	92.5-100	102.5-120
Length 1	2	2	2 1/8	2 1/2	2 5/8	2 3/4
Length 2	3	3	3	3 1/4	3 1/2	3 3/4

YARDS: Fabric width 60"

Waist Measurement (cm)	60	62.5-70	72.5-80	82.5-90	92.5-100	102.5-120
Length 1	1 5/8	1 5/8	1 5/8	1 5/8	1 5/8	1 5/8
Length 2	2	2	2	2	2 1/2	2 5/8

 

OTHER: METRES/YARDS

For Contrast Waistband: add 15cm (6")

For Contrast Pockets: add 35cm (14")

For Suspenders: add 40cm (16")

◄PATTERN SPECS

PATTERN FORMAT: Digital PDF Pattern

FILES: Print at home (A4, Letter), A0

FABRIC TYPE: Woven

LAYERED: No

SIZES: Waist 60-120cm (23.5-47.5")

SKILL LEVEL: Easy & Experienced Beginner options

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