Chelsea Button-Up Skirt

THIS IS A DIGITAL PDF SEWING PATTERN

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. 

◄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. 

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

◄FABRIC & TRIMS

FABRIC:

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.

◄PATTERN SPECS

PATTERN FORMATS: A4, Letter, A0

FABRIC TYPE: Woven

LAYERED: No

SIZES: AU 6-20

SKILL LEVEL: Experienced Beginner

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All seam allowances are included. See pattern pieces or glossary for details.

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