Sewing a Perfected Fitted Skirt

Class Preview

Learn how to make a skirt in multiple silhouettes and fit it perfectly to your body. In this class, Aurora Sisneros will show you how to properly measure yourself, then build a pattern that can be used over and over again.

Introduction & Taking Measurements

Learn how to measure yourself properly with Aurora’s guidance. You’ll want to be sure to include ease as you draft your pattern. Auorora explaines what that is and how to account for it in your pattern.

Drafting a Pattern

Aurora demonstrates how to draw your pattern on paper, using your measurements from Lesson 1, and edit it for the different silhouettes.

Sewing Darts

To accommodate your curves, you’re going to need darts. Get tips for tracing darts onto the fabric, and learn how to fold, then stitch and press them.

Installing Zipper

Aurora shows how to install a lapped zipper that you can use in any seam.

Installing Faced Waistband

Aurora shares tips on installing and topstitching facings,

Attached Waistband

See how an attached waistband differs from a faced waist. Aurora shows step by step how to attach one to your skirt with the zipper already installed.

Adding A Back Slit & Zipper

Get fancy and make a seam up the back of your skirt with an exposed zipper in the back and a slit.

Finishing the Hem

Sewing the final finishing touch: the hem!

Meet Your Instructor

Learn more about Aurora.