The mysteries of tailoring skirts were explained, probably, in childhood at labor lessons, but over time this knowledge was completely erased from memory. And just when you want to try to sew it yourself, you understand that you have completely forgotten all the wisdom.
So, first of all, to sew a skirt correctly, you need to take measurements and make a pattern.
In mass production, they know how to sew a skirt according to the measurements of typical figures, but for an individual pattern it is worthwhile to carefully consider the measurement of all the necessary quantities. It is better to take measurements over the clothes. Classic measurements are waist and hips. All measurements of half-volume and width are taken into account in half size, in length - in full. You should also take into account the differences between your figure from the standard, for example, a protruding belly or steep hips. In this case, you should also measure the desired length of the skirt to the floor from the front, side and back. Don't forget about the free-fit additions! If you want a fluffy skirt, then you need the appropriate fabric.
Determine the desired length of the skirt - a pencil is simple - stand in front of the mirror in the shoes that you are going to wear with the future skirt, and attach a piece of fabric to your hips. Move it up and down to find the optimal length that best suits you.
The main model for constructing a drawing of a skirt is its straight two-seam version. It is suitable for a woman of any age, and it can be sewn from almost any kind of fabric. If the fabric is not plain, but with an ornament or pattern, think about how it is more appropriate to fit it when cutting. If you sew a skirt without expanding it to the bottom, then in finished form it will seem narrower. This skirt will look better on a woman with high hips.
An important process in preparing a fabric for cutting is its decating. Decatting is the processing of fabric to shrink it. Previously, decating was done by wrapping the cut in a wet towel, but with the advent of irons with adjustable temperature and humidity, it became possible to steam the fabric. Decatting is carried out for fabrics with a natural fiber content of more than 50%. Natural fibers include wool, silk, linen, cotton and some others. Before buying a fabric, find out its composition in order to understand whether it is necessary to decorate.
After processing the fabric and preparing the pattern, you can start working. Think about how your future skirt will be fastened - with buttons, hooks or zippers. Remember that decorative elements can both spoil and decorate the product.
