How to Make Circle Skirt Pattern: A Step-by-Step Guide
Creating a circle skirt pattern is a classic skill in the world of fashion and home sewing. This style of skirt, with its full, gathered bottom, is versatile and can be dressed up or down depending on the fabric and design. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced sewer, learning how to make a circle skirt pattern is a valuable addition to your skill set. In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of creating a circle skirt pattern, from measuring to cutting and sewing.
Step 1: Gather Your Materials
Before you start, make sure you have all the necessary materials and tools. You’ll need:
– Measuring tape
– Fabric
– Pencil or fabric pen
– Scissors
– Seam gauge
– Ruler
– Pattern paper or a large piece of paper
– Pins
– Sewing machine (optional)
Step 2: Measure Your Waist and Hips
To create the perfect fit, it’s important to measure your waist and hips. Wrap the measuring tape around your waist at the narrowest part and record the measurement. Then, measure around the fullest part of your hips. These measurements will be used to determine the size of your skirt.
Step 3: Calculate the Skirt Length
Decide how long you want your skirt to be. For a standard length, measure from your waist to where you want the skirt to fall on your leg. Add an extra inch for a hem allowance.
Step 4: Determine the Pattern Size
To determine the size of your circle skirt pattern, multiply your waist measurement by 3.14 (pi). This will give you the circumference of the skirt’s waistband. Divide this number by 2 to get the radius of the pattern.
Step 5: Draw the Circle Skirt Pattern
Using your pattern paper, draw a circle with a radius equal to the circumference of your waist divided by 2. This will be the base of your skirt. Then, draw a straight line across the circle at the point where the waistline will be. Measure up from this line to your desired skirt length and mark the point. Connect this point to the edge of the circle to create the hemline.
Step 6: Cut Out the Pattern
Pin the pattern to your fabric and cut it out. Make sure to add a seam allowance (usually 1/2 inch) to the edges of the pattern.
Step 7: Gather the Skirt
With right sides together, sew the side seams of the skirt. Then, gather the top edge of the skirt by pulling threads at the side seams to create a ruffled effect. Pin the gathered waistband to the skirt and sew in place.
Step 8: Hem the Skirt
To finish the hem, fold the skirt up by 1/2 inch and press. Then, fold it up again by another 1/2 inch and press again. Sew the hem in place, either by hand or with a sewing machine.
Congratulations! You’ve now successfully created a circle skirt pattern. Enjoy wearing your new, custom-fitted skirt and feel proud of your sewing skills.
