All women dream of a rich wardrobe. A circle skirt is a great addition to any suit. Very often it turns out that really beautiful things are very expensive and cannot be bought. But don’t despair, because you can sew a really elegant skirt yourself, the cost of which will pleasantly surprise you.
The sun skirt is flared, so it fits many body types. Flares look great on girls with thin waists and large hips, regardless of whether the woman is curvy or not. In order to sew a sun skirt, you need to take measurements such as waist size and length of the skirt (from the waist to the possible edge of the product).
How to cut a sun skirt
When constructing a circle skirt pattern, you need to calculate R using the following formula: 0.32 multiplied by the waist circumference. This semicircle will have its own edge, and from it you need to mark another mandatory radius L, which will include the length of the product (skirt) and waist size. Mark the semicircle with chalk and that’s it, you’re done! Don't forget that the side seams are marked with the letter S.
It still transfers to the fabric. You can make a belt pattern from leftover fabric. Be sure to leave allowances and increases, and only after that cut out the skirt.
How to sew a sun skirt with elastic
In order to sew a sun skirt with an elastic band, you first need to cut it out. You can use the same method as above, but with small amendments. Let's find out the algorithm for sewing a sun skirt.
- First you need to grind the side seams (very carefully) so as not to stretch the fabric.
- You need to make a belt in which the elastic will be placed (the belt is equal to the waist circumference with the width for the elastic and with a retreat for the seams).
- The belt is sewn to the top edge of the skirt.
- An elastic band is placed in it.
- Finally, you need to trim the bottom of the skirt and the seams.
You need to decide what pattern the fabric of the skirt will be. If you plan for the skirt to be checkered or striped, then you need to ensure that the pattern on the edges is symmetrical and the seam is neat.
How to sew a sun skirt for a girl
For little fashionistas, you need to sew a skirt from fabrics that will suit the season. If a girl wants an interesting skirt in the summer, then it is best to use silk or natural fabrics (in some cases you can use chiffon).
The pattern used is the same as for a regular sun skirt. The fabric is folded in half, right side inward, and the pattern is transferred to it. It needs to be cut out. Machine sew the side seams (immediately check whether there will be a fastener on the skirt; if so, leave room for this). You need to put a stitch on the waist line so that it does not stretch.
You can make a belt from the leftover fabric and sew it to the top edge so that you can then pull in the elastic. The bottom edge is processed using an overlocker. This is a fairly quick way to sew a light skirt for a girl. This product will look great with a beautiful top or T-shirt with accessories.
How to sew a sun skirt from tulle
The latest trend that simply blew up the fashion catwalks was tulle sun skirts. Before you start sewing such a skirt, you need to clarify that in addition to tulle, you also need to buy another fabric so that there is a lining. An atlas is usually used for this.
Tulle must be cut in stripes. The width determines the length of the future skirt, and the length itself is the waist of the skirt, but not yours, but the one where the tulle will begin. The stripes may have seams, no big deal. The number of stripes depends on how many layers are planned in the skirt. If you want a lush one, then the more stripes, accordingly, the more magnificent the product itself will be. The pre-cut belt is stitched and a satin lining and tulle strips are attached to it. You need to put an elastic band in the belt, then the skirt will hold on even better.
How to hem a sun skirt
Many women face the problem of hemming a sun skirt. It turns out that the product completely deteriorates. There are many ways to properly and accurately hem a sun skirt. For this, a zigzag or overlock is usually used.
If you don’t have an overlocker in use, you have to do everything manually. The edge is folded one and a half centimeters and ironed. You can also fold the fabric twice, for confidence and normal quality of the skirt after it is hemmed.
How to sew a zipper into a sun skirt
You need to remember that when sewing a skirt, you must immediately take into account the fact that there is a zipper in the product. If the skirt is already sewn, but you need a zipper, you will need to undo it. Let's find out how to do this quickly and efficiently.
First you need to mark the place where the lightning will be located. The standard length of a zipper is about 10-20 centimeters. Next you need to make a cut and grind it, iron it on the edge, baste a zipper and sew it on. You can also make a place for a button (it will look great if it is hidden).
The decision to sew in a zipper may be a mistake. For example, if a girl has curvy figures and wide hips, then it is best not to sew in a zipper, but simply make a small slit on the side. This way the skirt will fit and look much better on your figure.
How to wear a sun skirt
The sun skirt is now at the peak of popularity. The secret lies in the fact that it is easy to combine with a wide variety of clothes. The sun skirt looks great with:
- denim jacket;
- plain turtleneck;
- jumper;
- silk blouses and leather jackets;
- T-shirts and cardigans;
- tops;
- tight-fitting corsets;
- blazers;
- plain sweaters;
- sleeveless blouses;
- bustier;
- vests;
- denim shirts.
These skirts are so versatile that they go with a wide variety of outfits. They can add zest to any set. Such skirts are perfect for both classic, business and casual wear. They look great on babies, girls and women. It all depends on the type of fabric and cut that was selected for the type of figure. So don’t be afraid to use your imagination and create!
Trendy sun skirt: video
And skirts. It can serve not only for its intended purpose, but also simply as a... Zippers are sewn along the middle line of the back, or front, into the side seam, pockets, codpiece, and so on. Vertically, horizontally, obliquely, openly and hidden (secret) way. Colors can be selected to match the fabric or contrast. Hidden zippers, as a rule, are precisely selected by color and shade.
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Threads for stitching, if there is no need to emphasize the presence of a fastener, are also chosen exactly to match the fabric. The number of threads is the same as required for sewing this fabric; in the case of finishing stitches, the thread is taken thicker.
Materials and tools
To work you will need the following devices and fittings:
- threads;
- sewing needle;
- safety pins for pinning and basting;
- sewing machine;
- special foot;
- gasket to strengthen the edge (non-woven fabric or).
There is now a wide selection of materials in stores. If the lock is sewn into products made of dense fabric, then there will be no problems, but when installing a hidden lock on stretchy knitted material or very thin fabric, you will need doublerin. This is a strip of lining material that has a very thin thickness, and a thin adhesive layer is applied to it.
Before installing the zipper along the line where the stitching is supposed to be done, dublerin is basted. This lining is applied with the adhesive side to the material, then secured with a preheated iron. This procedure prevents the edges of the fabric from being pulled out. With good gluing, the zipper will be sewn well and will look neat.
How to sew a hidden zipper to a skirt
To begin with, if you have never done this operation before, then it is better to try sewing a lock on some unnecessary product or a separate fragment to gain some experience. Once you are convinced that you can do this, you can begin working with the main product.
Advice for seamstresses who do not have sufficient experience: it is easiest to sew the fastener into the back seam of the product, since if the fastener is sewn incorrectly on the side, the fabric may become skewed and symmetry will be lost. . It won't be very noticeable on the back seam., since it is more symmetrical, it is much easier to sew the necessary lock there than in the side one.
Procedure:
It is necessary to hide the presence of the fastener as much as possible, so sewing it on unnoticeably and carefully is a very important procedure. At the same time, the lightning should move freely, do not get stuck or break from stitching too close. Its length varies depending on the size and intended model.
An incorrectly sewn zipper can deform the product. In addition, if the fabric is too thin (also very elastic and thin knitwear), then the end of the fastener may stick out angularly, in this case it is preferable to sew the fastener along the middle line of the back. Therefore, learn to sharpen locks correctly.
Various options
The procedure for sewing a fastener to a skirt with a belt
If the skirt has hooks or buttons, then the beginning of the zipper should be located under the belt. If the belt does not have any, then the zipper is sewn in from the very top line. In this case, the fastener is stitched from top to bottom. With this approach, it will not deform the fabric, and it will be much more convenient to install it.
After the lock has been attached, the top edge must be disguised under the belt. To do this, you can tuck the edges of the lock and stitch it. Sometimes pieces of fabric are placed over the fastener. This is done so that the zipper does not create unpleasant moments in the form of scratching the back.
When placing a side hidden fastener there are some nuances. There is symmetry in the back seam so it stretches evenly on both ends. If the lock is in the side seam and is sewn carelessly, then the skirt will be skewed and the fabric will gather in waves. These shortcomings will spoil the picture. Therefore, the zipper is the final element of the skirt. When installing it, you need to be careful. It should be maximum.
How to sew a lock into a skirt without a belt
If the product does not have a belt, then the choice of fastener must be made in such a way that there are no incidents in the form of unfastening, that is, the zipper must be tight. The grinding process will be performed as follows:
- First you need to sew on the zipper.
- Then fold the top edge of the skirt.
- Hem the canvas using a machine, disguising it under the fabric.
- The teeth should be flush with the edge of your skirt.
It is very easy to sew a clasp into a seamless skirt. In this case, the following condition must be met: on the lower part of the zipper, in the place where it ends, the seam must be carefully applied.
There are ways to install locks without the use of a sewing machine, that is, by hand.
How to sew into a pleated skirt
Sewing a pleated skirt requires more experience and skill. Sewing a fastener into a skirt fold is a painstaking process, so you should be patient. Only a seamstress who is quite familiar with sewing can do this carefully, without a hitch.
When cutting out products, it is necessary to leave a cut for the fastener in the seam, the length of which should be equal to the length of the lock with an allowance of two centimeters.
- First of all, you need to smooth out the seam allowances.
- Then you need to make a fold of one centimeter.
- At the next stage, remove this fold and bend it again, but only to a different distance equal to 1.3 centimeters.
- Then you need to pin the zipper to the skirt behind the folded fabric: where the fabric lies in 1 layer. The cloves should be positioned close to the fabric, and the cloves should be 2 centimeters away from the top of the product.
- Next, you need to mark a seam along the zipper and stitch it between this seam and the teeth. The second side should be pinned 1 centimeter from the fold of the fabric.
- And finally, baste the fastener, then stitch it so that the seam is close to the teeth (at a distance of two or three millimeters).
- Remove excess threads and stitch across the seam to secure the hidden fastener at the bottom.
Try sewing such a zipper on an old product; if you can’t do it the first time, practice and you will succeed.
How to sew a metal zipper into a skirt
Zippers made of metal, are used not only to perform the function of a fastener, but also to add additional decor to products. In the latter case, zippers are sometimes sewn into the skirt, and sometimes placed on top. The color of the fastener can be contrasting to the main color of the fabric or matched to it. Beginner dressmakers are advised to choose a zipper color in the same shade as the skirt and sew it in from the inside out.
Before installation, you must first baste the fastener onto the product, as when working with a regular plastic zipper. The main condition: the teeth must be visible from the face, so you need to step back about five millimeters from the edge of the fabric.
Nuances when working with knitwear
When working with knitwear, the fastener installation technology is the same, but requires a little preparatory work:
- purchasing a special needle for sewing knitwear with a rounded end;
- selection of step length on a small piece of fabric;
- stitch check;
- gluing with non-woven or dublerin padding.
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Beginner sewing needlewomen are sure that sewing on a hidden fastener is problematic. It should not be visible in the finished product, and this is important when the item combines beautiful fabric and an original style. After looking at the accessory in person, women wonder how to sew a hidden zipper as neatly as possible.
What is required for work
The hidden clasp differs from the usual one in its design. On the front side of the finished product, only the runner is visible, and the teeth are on the back. Everything looks beautiful and neat because the edges of the material are tightly pressed together. How to properly sew a hidden zipper and what is needed for such work?
If this is your first time doing this, you will need attention and patience. After the first lesson, next time you will do everything quickly. First you need to buy a lock of a suitable color. The required length is 20 centimeters. Please note that the teeth on the reverse side should bend, forming a groove for stitching. To work you will need:
- threads in the color of the material;
- needle;
- pins to pin the fastener before basting;
- sewing machine;
- special foot;
- padding to strengthen the edge - doublerin or non-woven fabric.
How to use dublerin
Stores offer a huge selection of materials for sewing. There are heavy, dense fabrics, knitted fabric and weightless silk. Each type requires special techniques, its own approach to sewing. There will be no problems if you decide to sew a hidden lock into a product made of thick fabric. Another thing is stretchy, loose materials. How to sew a hidden zipper into a skirt in this case? A special fabric - dublerin - will help you.
This is a strip of very thin lining material with a layer of glue applied to it, which looks like small grains on one side. Before sewing on the lock, double stitching is basted along the line along which it will be attached. The lining is installed with the adhesive side to the fabric and secured with a hot iron. Edges reinforced in this way will not stretch. If the fabric is glued well, everything will be sewn neatly.
Which foot is needed for a hidden zipper?
Worried about how to sew a hidden zipper into a skirt? Just buy a special foot. Modern machines include a device that is suitable for ordinary locks; if you try, you can sew in a hidden one. It is more convenient to do this with a special foot. It has grooves at the base into which the teeth fit, opening a place for grinding. The needle is stuck close to them - so that after sewing the stitching is not visible. You can buy a metal or plastic foot, but the first one will last longer.
How to sew a hidden zipper into a skirt
There are many ways to sew in a hidden lock. Experienced craftswomen do this without basting, right away. Some people only use pinning, gradually removing them as they sew, so as not to break the sewing machine needle. It is better for novice needlewomen to perform the operations sequentially, chopping and basting the lock. Over time, you will choose the appropriate technology for yourself to sew in a hidden fastener; you will do it easily and simply.
Where the lock will be sewn is up to you. This can be a side or middle seam at the back - it doesn’t matter for the execution technique. How to sew a hidden zipper into a skirt? According to technology, it is better to do this:
- fold the fabric in half where the fastener is stitched;
- make an allowance of 1.5 cm from the edge and draw a seam line;
- sweep the product along this marking;
- overcast each edge separately;
- iron the seam according to the basting;
- straighten it and iron it;
- on the wrong side of the product, attach the lock with the teeth down so that they align with the middle of the seam;
- The slider should align with the hem line of the top edge of the skirt.
Steps for sewing a hidden lock:
- pull the slider to the front side;
- pin the lock across with pins, under the teeth;
- baste to one layer of hem, making a seam in the middle;
- remove pins;
- fully open the clasp;
- stitch one side using a special foot, which will bend the edge with the teeth;
- repeat the operation on the other side, if the fabric is slippery - satin or silk - it is necessary to stitch from above each time;
- make a fastening seam on the wrong side about 1 cm at the bottom of the lock;
- sew the back seam to the end;
- make a facing for the top of the skirt;
- do the processing and hem the hem.
Features of knitted products
There are nuances on how to sew a hidden zipper into a knitted skirt quickly and without problems. The technology itself remains unchanged, but preparatory work needs to be done:
- buy a special needle for knitwear - it has a rounded end;
- select the step length on a separate piece of fabric;
- check line;
- glue the place where the lock is stitched with a non-woven or dublin gasket;
- To properly pull the fabric when sewing, place a strip of paper under it.
To sew a half-sun skirt with a zipper, you don’t have to be a professional seamstress with extensive experience. Patience and a couple of hours of free time will help you sew a cute skirt for every day or for a holiday. The master class will be available to beginning seamstresses and craftswomen.
What do we need to sew a half-sun skirt?
- any thick fabric for sewing formal suits or trousers (1 m by 1.5 m),
- zipper (12-15 cm),
- non-woven fabric for processing the belt,
- tape measure,
- chalk or soap,
- threads,
- needles,
- scissors and other sewing supplies.
How to sew a half-skirt with a belt quickly and easily for beginners
We will build on fabric. Fold the fabric in half (face to face).
We measure the waist circumference (in our case it is 66 cm). Divide the waist circumference by 3, we get 22 cm. From the right corner of the fabric on the fold side, measure 22 cm in both directions and draw a circle. In order for the skirt to have beautiful waves, we will have to gather the fabric a little at the waist. To do this, measure 5-6 cm from the existing circle in the other direction from the corner and draw a second circle.
The second (lower) circle will be the waist of our skirt. Next, we decide on the length of the skirt. In our case, the length of the skirt will be 40 cm. We measure 40 cm from the waist line in both directions. We draw a circle that will become the bottom of our skirt. We cut out the “skirt”, leaving 1.5-2 cm allowances on the bottom and top sides.
Next, let's work on the belt. On the folded fabric, draw a slightly curved rectangle (66 cm by 5 cm). Cut out a rectangle of the same size from non-woven fabric. Don't forget to leave 1.5-2 cm allowance in the waistband on all sides.
Using an iron, “glue” the interlining to the wrong side of the belt.
We sew together the 2 upper parts of the belt.
We turn it inside out so that the seam of the fabrics “slides” a little onto the inside of the belt.
In order to sew in a zipper, we will need to topstitch the edges of the skirt, which will be the back seam. Don't forget to leave 7-10 cm from the waist for the zipper. Why so few? Because part of the zipper will be on the belt.
Now lightly gather the fabric at the waist in four places so that the waist circumference matches the length of the belt. Don’t forget to leave a few centimeters at the edges of the skirt and on the waistbands for the zipper.
We connect the skirt with the belt using machine stitching. First we sew the front side of the belt, then the back side. Try to ensure that the wrong side of the belt covers the edges of the skirt at the waist. Don’t forget to finish the visible edges of the fabric with a zig-zag stitch or overlock.
We sew a zipper (preferably a hidden one) into the remaining slit on the skirt.
Fold the bottom of the skirt 0.5-1 cm and hem it. Don’t forget to iron the skirt thoroughly so that the waves on it don’t stick out in different directions.
It is always better to start sewing with the simplest project. A circle skirt is exactly the option that can be recommended to beginners. It suits any figure and can be made from almost any fabric. Calculations for the pattern are made based on just a few measurements. Even a novice craftswoman can sew a beautiful and fashionable item with her own hands.
There are 4 types of sun skirts:
- full sun ( regular)
- ¾ ( three quarters sun)
- half sun ( or 1/2)
- ¼ ( quarter)
This picture will help you figure it out.
Depending on the length, skirts can be divided into three groups: mini, midi, maxi.
For average height (about 170 cm):
- Mini – from 35 cm to 40 cm
- Midi – from 66 cm to 71 cm
- Maxi – from 96 cm to 102 cm
My step-by-step instructions will cover sewing a regular sun skirt ( full sun) mini size ( or midi if for a girl).
Circle Skirt Pattern
To create a pattern for such a skirt you will need only two measurements: waist circumference and length of the product. In fact, you need to cut out a circle of fabric, in which there will be another circle - a belt. The main task is to correctly calculate their radii. The pattern (more precisely, half of it) will be built on paper folded in half.
Measure your waist circumference and add at least 1.5 cm allowance for a loose fit. Often such an allowance is made already during the taking of measurements, and the waist circumference is recorded with it. This way we get the size FROM(waist circumference).
Next, we recall the geometry course and make the necessary calculations. The circumference of a circle is equal to the product of the number π and two radii ( c=2R x 3.14). Therefore, to calculate the radius of a circle, it is necessary to make the following calculations: divide the circumference (waist circumference) by 2 π (2×3.14=6.28), i.e.:
We set aside segments AA1 and AA2 equal to the calculated radius.
We construct an angle of 90 degrees, the vertex of this angle is point A. It is necessary to plot a segment on the sides of the angle equal to the radius of the circle (belt).
We use a ruler as a compass (if you doubt your accuracy, take a real one) and draw a dotted line of a circle with the same radius on the pattern canvas.
The next measure is length of the skirt itself (DU). We set aside segments A1H1 and A2H2 on the sides of the corner. Then we build a new circle. It is better to set its radius from point A (after all, inaccuracies in constructing the first circle will also be reflected on the lower edge). The radius of this circle will be equal to the sum of the segments AA1 and A1H1.
Your constructions provided half of the front pattern. We cut it out, getting a pattern for half of the skirt by folding the paper. You can mark the allowances for the top and bottom edges in advance, or apply them to the fabric when cutting.
At this stage, it is very useful to attach a paper pattern to the figure and correct possible shortcomings (and a novice master should practice by cutting out the entire skirt on paper).
Additionally, we cut out a rectangle that will become a belt. Its length will be equal to the waist circumference + seam allowances, and the width should be twice as large as desired + seam allowances.
Open the Circle Skirts
Fold the fabric in half across the warp threads. You should cut by placing the pattern with a diameter on the fold line and securing it with pins. If you did not make hem and waist seam allowances on the pattern, you can apply them directly to the fabric, setting aside the required distance from the paper.
The length of the allowances will depend on the type of seam chosen for processing. It’s better to make the allowances a little larger so that you can adjust the final details if the measurements are inaccurate.
Now you should cut out the skirt, grabbing all the fabric with scissors. As a result, you will get the required circle. We cut it along the fold line of the fabric on one side: the zipper will be sewn in at this point.
The next stage of creating a pattern is trying it on. A mannequin will help you a lot. Place the future skirt on it and let it hang. Since the skirt is cut on the bias, the warp and weft threads of the fabric may be slightly deformed.
The skirt should hang down Once the skirt has dropped, if necessary, trim the hemline of the skirt with sharp scissors, applying a paper pattern to it.
Sewing a circle skirt
It’s better to start work by sewing a belt.
Connect the waistband and lining piece and fold the seam allowances from the two long sides of the waistband to the wrong side, securing the folds with an iron. Fold the waistband lengthwise, right side inward, and secure the fold with pins.
Machine stitch the edges on both sides and then turn the waistband right side out.
Hem the bottom of the skirt using a stitch that matches your fabric. You can, for example, process the edge of a skirt using an overlocker or fold the fabric twice.
