03 Mar Jersey Ruche Skirt
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Last Saturday’s #PatternPuzzle was one of those strange shapes that gave little idea of its final shape. But in true form, our fans were able to solve the puzzle.
The style we are looking at is a ruched, drape skirt that relies on the two-way stretch of the fabric to pull over the hips without a zipper opening.
A light, to middle-weight jersey (180-250 gsm) is recommended in a silk or polyester fibre, with an elastane content. Some rayon jerseys would work but a cotton jersey may not drape so freely. Be sure to use stretch fusible interlining in the waistband, with added elastic at the waist to improve recovery and maintain shape.
Using the skirt block, I have chosen the size smaller than my usual to account for the stretch in the fabric. It is possible that you may need to go down another half size if the fabric has a lot of stretch. As always choose a similar but cheaper cloth for the first sample/toile to perfect your fit before cutting your final fabric. You can get the instructions for drafting your own Skirt Block and Pencil Skirt on our website.
The Pattern Plan below has the following changes:
- Working to the knee level in the skirt block, taper the side seams by at least 3-4cm each.
- Decide your hem differential between the front and the back and mark in corresponding curves that flow through well at the side seam.
- Mark in the shaped waistband with the intention of removing all darts.
- Mark in the design lines for the location and direction of the additional drape in the skirt.
- Remove the whole shaped waistband pattern, eliminating all darts.
- Cut along the drape lines and join the front and back corresponding pieces at the side seam.
For the final pattern, line up all your drape pattern shapes as below, with the CB’s along a straight line, leaving approx. 3-4 cm between each piece for extra drape. Clean up the outside edge of the pattern to create a smooth line for the gathers to make the drape.
The image below has some final detail for the pattern notations and cutting instructions.
Hoping you all enjoy this new set of pattern instructions. Let me know if you have any questions in the comment section below. If you’d like to buy a copy of these pattern making notes for your own personal use at home you’ll find them here: Jersey Ruche Skirt – Pattern Making Instructions.
Enjoy 🙂
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