LEARN TO SEW A ZIPPED SKIRT

Meet Ramona, a sleek and chic pencil or mini skirt with dreamy details. Our step-by-step instructions and free video tutorial will teach you how to neatly insert an invisible zip at the side. Choose from patch pockets or faux flaps at the front, and make the skirt extra special with the optional lining.

• Choice of mini-length or knee-length hem with back slit
• Invisible zip closure at the side
• Four waist darts, centre back seam and gently curved waistband for a great fit
• Choice of casual patch pockets or 60s-inspired faux pocket flaps with optional buttons
• Optional lining pattern with full instructions included

SKILL LEVEL - Confident Beginner

SIZE RANGE - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS - Main fabric: Medium-to heavy-weight woven fabrics that hold their shape, such as corduroy, denim, drill, jacquard, tweed, or wool suiting. Optional lining: Slippery lining fabric such as cupro (Bemberg), viscose (rayon), acetate or polyester lining.

SUPPLIES

• Fabric (see above + back of envelope)
• Matching thread
• 0.3m (1/3yd) x 110cm (1 1/4yd) wide iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
• 22cm (9in) invisible zip
• Optional: 2 x 15-20mm (5/8-3/4in) wide buttons for faux flap version
• Sewing machine and basic tools, incl buttonhole foot