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Half-circle skirt

Bias flare, one seam each side. 3 pieces, drawn here for size 40.

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On the bodyFront and back
Front
Back
Pattern piecesWith seam allowance
FRONTBACKWAISTBAND · 1×
Pieces3
  • Front1× on fold, 64 by 74 cm
  • Back2×, 65 by 74 cm
  • Waistband1×, 82 by 8 cm
MeasurementsSize 40
  • Waist76.0 cm
Block settingscm
  • Waist ease1.0
  • Hip ease4.0
  • Skirt length62.0
  • Bias drop at hem2.0
  • Waistband height3.0
Fit checkscm
  • Finished waist77.0
  • Hem width267.8
  • Skirt length62.0
  • Waist radius24.5
How to sew6 steps
  1. Cut and markCut every piece with the grain arrow parallel to the selvedge. Transfer the notches and the marks with tailor's chalk or a short snip into the seam allowance.
  2. InterfacingFuse interfacing to the collar, stand, cuffs, waistband, facings and front edges before sewing anything.
  3. Side seamsSew the side seams, leaving the left side (or the centre back) open for the zip. Neaten and press open.
  4. ZipInsert an invisible zip, the top stop just below the waistband seam.
  5. WaistbandSew the waistband right side to right side to the waist, fold it over, press and stitch in the ditch from the outside. Add a hook and bar or a button.
  6. HemLet the skirt hang for a day before hemming, the bias stretches. Level the hem and finish with a narrow rolled hem.
Fabricsize 40
  • 110 cm wide1.7 m, open, too wide
  • 140 cm wide2.0 m
  • 150 cm wide1.9 m

Estimated from the pieces laid out with seam allowance, grain along the selvedge. Add more for matching checks or stripes. The editor shows the layout.