Sewing a Perfected Fitted Skirt
Aurora Sisneros
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4:09
- In-depth Instruction; over 105 mins
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- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Introduction & Taking Measurements
7:47
Learn how to measure yourself properly with Aurora's guidance. You'll want to be sure to include ease as you draft your pattern. Auorora explaines what that is and how to account for it in your pattern.
Drafting a Pattern
21:32
Aurora demonstrates how to draw your pattern on paper, using your measurements from Lesson 1, and edit it for the different silhouettes.
Sewing Darts
7:17
To accommodate your curves, you're going to need darts. Get tips for tracing darts onto the fabric, and learn how to fold, then stitch and press them.
Installing Zipper
18:01
Aurora shows how to install a lapped zipper that you can use in any seam.
Installing Faced Waistband
16:23
Aurora shares tips on installing and topstitching facings,
Attached Waistband
16:45
See how an attached waistband differs from a faced waist. Aurora shows step by step how to attach one to your skirt with the zipper already installed.
Adding A Back Slit & Zipper
11:00
Get fancy and make a seam up the back of your skirt with an exposed zipper in the back and a slit.
Finishing the Hem
2:20
Sewing the final finishing touch: the hem!
Meet Your Instructor
3:40
Learn more about Aurora.
Learn how to make a skirt in multiple silhouettes and fit it perfectly to your body. In this class, Aurora Sisneros will show you how to properly measure yourself, then build a pattern that can be used over and over again.
This pattern not only encompasses waist, hips, and desired length, but takes into account that women have curves. Learn to create and sew darts on both the front and the back for the perfect fit. Finally, you can add a waistband to your skirt, or add a facing for a simple, unburdened look.
Aurora Sisneros
Aurora Sisneros is the owner of Fabric Bliss, a yarn and fabric shop in Denver. She left her fast-paced job as an IT professional with a mission to share the cathartic crafts she loves. For Aurora, knitting has been an absolute blessing, and she's passionate about bringing that experience to her students. She teaches knitting at her shop, as well as crochet, sewing, quilting and tatting. Aurora is driven to help students find joy in what they're doing, and she's delighted to teach and provide "tech support" on Craftsy!
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