The Women's Chelsea Skirt embraces the iconic A-line style of both the 60's & 70's in a very modern & wearable way.
Follow the instructions & tips to sew yourself a professional looking skirt.
OPTIONS & FEATURES:
The main tutorial guides you through sewing a Chelsea skirt with button (or snap) front.
- Choose from 3 lengths: long mini, knee and maxi.
- Flattering A-line Silhouette
- Shaped Waistband
- Fit Guide
- Tips on sewing successfully with denim to get a professional looking finish
- Tips on cutting & sewing rayon
- Diagonal Front Pockets (optional)
- Utility Pockets (optional)
- Retro Pockets (optional)
- Cutting a Contrasting Panel Skirt (optional)
- Belt Loops (optional)
- Skill: options vary from easy to experienced beginner
- Sizes AU6-20 (US2-16)
SIZING:
- Australian Size 6-20 (US Size 2-16).
- Hip/Seat 85-125cm (33.5-48").
- To determine size, measure around the hip/seat, 20cm (8") below the natural waist. The tape measure should be firm but not tight.
- Click here for size chart.
- Special fit guide to help you get the best fit for your body
FABRICS:
- This pattern has been designed for woven fabrics.
- Click here for the fabric requirements.
- WINTER: cotton velvet, wool or wool blends, denim.
- SUMMER: quilting fabric, linen, chambray.
- TRANS-SEASONAL: cotton drill, cotton sateen, denim & quilting cotton
TRIMS:
- Buttons or Snaps. Interfacing.
- Buttons 2cm (3/4"): Mini x 6, Knee Length x 7, Maxi x 8-13.
- Snaps (size 20): Mini x 8, Knee Length x 10, Maxi x 10-18.
- Optional: Contrast thread for topstitching.
