A-Line V-Hem Skirt
Introducing a women's sewing pattern for a fluid a-line skirt, distinguished by its unique V-hem and a smooth, faced waistband.
When To Wear
This skirt is designed for versatile wear, perfect for:
- Casual & Everyday Wear: Its comfortable a-line silhouette and fluid drape make it ideal for daily outings.
- Summer & Resort Fashion: The light fabric recommendation and airy design suit warmer climates and relaxed settings.
- Feminine & Expressive Outfits: The unique V-hem adds a distinctive, stylish touch for standing out with grace.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: a comfortable a-line silhouette that gently flares from the waist.
Waist: a clean, faced waist without a separate waistband, ensuring a smooth finish.
Closure: Features a discreet, concealed zipper closure positioned at the left side seam.
Hem: Distinguished by an elegant V-hem, creating an asymmetrical and fluid line at the skirt's lower edge.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Requires skills in inserting a concealed zipper, attaching facings, and executing a specialized narrow zigzag hem finish.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose light, softly draping fabrics that allow the skirt's V-hem to flow beautifully:
- Crepe georgette
- Rayon challis
- Lightweight satin
- Soft crepes
Additional Supplies
Cutter's Must
- From main fabric:
- 1. Front Skirt Half - 1 qty on fold
- 2. Back Skirt Half - 1 qty on fold
- 3. Front facing - 1 qty on fold
- 4. Back facing - 1 qty on fold
Sewing Instructions
- Sew the left side seam below the slit mark for the zipper closure. Press seam allowances open. Press seam allowances along the edges of the slit to the wrong side.
- Stitch the zipper so that the teeth are not visible.
- Sew the right side seam, also on the FACINGs.
- Place the facing on the skirt right sides together and stitch to the upper edge of the skirt along the marked seam line. Trim seam allowances to 0.5 cm width. Turn the facing up and topstitch onto the seam allowances close to the seam. Turn under the ends of the facing. Turn the facing to the wrong side and sew to the zipper tapes and the seam allowances of the side seams.
- Finish the lower edge of the skirt with a dense narrow zigzag stitch: press the seam allowance along the edge to the wrong side, from the right side stitch a dense narrow zigzag stitch along the fold, slightly stretching the fold, and then from the wrong side carefully trim the excess seam allowance close to the stitching.
