Long Trumpet Skirt
Introducing a graceful women's sewing pattern for a long trumpet skirt, defined by its elegant paneled construction that gently flares towards the hem.
When To Wear
This skirt is designed for versatile wear, making it an ideal choice for:
- Summer Gatherings: Its light, flowing silhouette is perfect for warm-weather events and outdoor celebrations.
- Resort & Vacation Wear: An excellent option for creating an effortlessly chic look while traveling or on holiday.
- Smart Casual Outings: Easily dressed up or down, it provides a sophisticated foundation for various social occasions.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A long, fitted silhouette that gracefully flares out from the knee to create a classic trumpet shape.
Waist: Features a high-rise waist finished with a clean, structured waistband.
Construction: Composed of multiple vertical panels (wedges/gores) that sculpt the body and provide the distinctive flared profile.
Closure: Features an invisible zipper closure along the center back seam, secured with a button and buttonhole on the waistband.
Hem: A cleanly finished hem that maintains the skirt's elegant flared line.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Involves precise seam matching for the paneled construction, installing an invisible zipper, and finishing a waistband with a buttonhole.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose medium-weight woven fabrics with good drape and some body to best highlight the skirt's silhouette:
- Linen blends
- Cotton twill
- Gabardine
- Light wool blends
- Crepe
Additional Supplies
- Fusible interfacing for the waistband
- One invisible zipper
- One button
CUTTER'S MUST
- Main Fabric:
- 1 - Center BACK SKIRT HALF - 2 QTY
- 2 - Side BACK SKIRT HALF - 2 QTY
- 3 - Center FRONT SKIRT HALF - 2 QTY
- 4 - Side FRONT SKIRT HALF - 2 QTY
- 5 - Waistband - 1 QTY
- FUSIBLE INTERFACING:
- 1 - Waistband - 1 QTY
Sewing Instructions
- Sew the front and back center seams, leaving an opening for the ZIPPER in the back seam. Sew the princess and side seams.
- Insert the ZIPPER so that the teeth are not visible.
- Fold the waistband in half lengthwise and neatly stitch the ends and the SEAM ALLOWANCE for the closure. Attach the waistband to the upper edge of the skirt, turn under the inner half of the waistband, and stitch it over the attachment seam. Make a buttonhole and sew on the button.
- Hem the bottom of the skirt.
