https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/long-linen-skirt-in-green • Posted by Jess H.
If you have seen my tablecloth skirt, then this is similar. I love linen, it is great for winter and summer. I love that I look taller, it can be mixed with steampunk, gothic, or modern attire. the scraps I had from it I used to make my Ruffle Cuffs (go check them out).
If you have seen my tablecloth skirt, then this is similar. I love linen, it is great for winter and summer. I love that I look taller, it can be mixed with steampunk, gothic, or modern attire. the scraps I had from it I used to make my Ruffle Cuffs (go check them out).
I folded my 3 yards in half and marked 12inches from corner as shown. this gives you about a 38 inch opening. I wanted extra space for a little bunching (my hips were about 34 when I made this)
from the newly created line, I went down 38inches from there. and marked it all the way. not from the point of the corner, but from the like first created at 12inches down.
I created a waistband (hip band) of about 34 inches (leaving room to sew onto zipper). I made it about 4 layers thick, but using a stiffener (or backing/interfacing) would probably be easier. I just didn't want it that stiff. the waistband ended up being about 2inches wide.
I put the right side of the waistband to the right side of the skirt, and attached using a half inch seam. it sits on my hips, so I didn't make it too tight (did not want to have muffin tops). if you were to wear it with a corset putting it on your waist would be a good idea.
I made it a bit longer than I intended so I hemmed the bottom up quite a few inches (I am rather short). I then added pick-ups on both sides to help shorten it. I still walk on the front, but mostly if I am not walking with good posture.
I had thought about adding layers too the bottom, ruffles, lace. On the pick-ups you could add flowers or butterflies. whatever embellishments you desire.
Essentially it is a giant circle skirt (or rather 3/4 circle skirt). it moves like a dream, I feel like I'm floating. I hope you do too.