Pleated Midi Skirt Paper Bag Waist Belt

Name: Pleated Midi Skirt Paper Bag Waist Belt
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 4895
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #4895

This elegant, high-waisted midi skirt pattern features delicate pleats, a unique ruffled paper-bag waist, and a stylish belt with buckle closure. Minerva will draft this versatile pattern to your own measurements, making it suitable for office wear, smart casual gatherings, or weekend outfits. You can choose a standard size instead if you prefer.

Tech. Description

Pleated Midi Skirt with Belt Loops & Buckle

Introducing a women's sewing pattern for a chic, high-waisted midi skirt featuring delicate pleats, a unique ruffled paper-bag waist, and a stylish belt with buckle closure.

When To Wear

This versatile midi skirt is perfect for a range of occasions, offering both comfort and sophisticated style:

Office & Business Casual: Pair with a blouse for a polished work appropriate ensemble.
Smart Casual Gatherings: Ideal for luncheons, afternoon events, or elegant day outings.
Weekend Chic: Dress down with a simple top for a stylish yet relaxed weekend look.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: An elegant a-line midi silhouette, flaring gently from the high waist with soft, defined pleats.

Waist: Features a high-waisted design with a distinctive ruffled 'paper-bag' effect, cinched by a separate belt.

Belt & Loops: Includes a removable belt with a round buckle and integrated belt loops positioned at the waist for a defined and adjustable fit.

Pleats: Defined knife pleats are incorporated at the front of the skirt, stitched from the waist down to create volume and movement.

Closure: a concealed zipper is neatly placed at the left side seam, ensuring a smooth and clean finish.

Length: Midi length, designed to fall elegantly below the knee for a classic and sophisticated look.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. This pattern involves precise pleat construction, accurate zipper insertion, and detailed waist finishing with belt loops, making it suitable for those with some sewing experience.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose medium-weight woven fabrics that hold their shape well and drape beautifully:

Skirt fabrics made from natural or blended fibers

Additional Supplies

Fusible interfacing
1 concealed zipper
1 buckle

Cutter's Must

If the patterns have a double contour, seam allowances are included. If the contour is single, the patterns are without seam allowances. Seam allowances: all seams 1 cm. Hem allowance – 2 cm. Attention! First, print out the paper patterns and lay them out on the fabric width (fabric width can be from 90cm to 150cm) to determine how much material you will need. When stitching pieces, pay attention to the notches - they must match!

From main fabric:
- Back – 1 piece on fold
- Front – 1 piece on fold
- Back facing – 1 piece
- Front facing – 1 piece
- Waistband – 1 piece
From fusible interfacing:
- Back facing – 1 piece
- Front facing – 1 piece
- Waistband – 1 piece

Sewing Instructions

Fuse interfacing to the designated pieces.
Overlock the left side edges separately on each piece. Stitch the left side seam from the zipper mark to the bottom. Press seam allowances open. Insert the zipper. Stitch the right side edge, overlock and press seam allowances open.
Stitch the right side edge of the facings, press seam allowances open. Overlock the lower edge. Place the facing on the skirt right sides together and stitch the upper edge. Topstitch seam allowances to the facing 0.2 cm from the stitching line. Fold the facing to the wrong side, press. Fold the side edges of the facing and sew to the zipper tape.
Overlock the lower edge of the skirt, press to the wrong side and hem with blind stitches.
Stitch the pleats on the skirt from the wrong side according to the marks.
Overlock one long edge of the belt loop. Fold the belt loop into three layers and topstitch along the long sides. Cut the belt loop into 4 pieces. Topstitch the belt loops onto the skirt according to the technical drawing.
Fold the waistband in half lengthwise right sides together and stitch along three sides, leaving an opening for turning. Trim seam allowances at corners, turn the waistband right side out and press. Close the opening. Thread the end of the waistband through the buckle.