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 of the 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 (full sun) skirt in mini size (or midi if for a girl).
What it is
Externally, the skirt looks like flared clothing, which is why it is called flared differently. It has a round shape, reminiscent of the sun, which is why it got its name. The product is suitable for girls with any type of figure. The loose cut allows you to hide curvy hips and highlight the advantages of slender legs.
Skirt on a skinny girl
For girls who are too thin, the “sun” will help add the necessary volume to the lower parts of the body. The thin waist will be emphasized, and the image will become more airy and feminine in appearance.
Curvy fashionistas should give preference to skirts made of thin materials. They will hide all the flaws of the figure and highlight the advantages of the owner.
Curvy figure model
Important! It must be taken into account that the style of the skirt tends to affect a person’s height, reducing it. A short girl should not forget to wear high-heeled shoes, and tall beauties should not buy items that are too short.
Who should wear what:
- Miniskirts are mainly suitable for slender girls of short and medium height. On other women, the products look inappropriate and vulgar, highlighting the disadvantages of the figure.
- Midi length is a universal option. The product looks great on both thin and plump girls. The skirt can be worn to festive events, to work or school, and can also be used as an everyday item. It goes with almost any top, you just need to choose the right color scheme.
- Floor-length skirts with a train made of light fabric are necessary for every fashionista in the summer season. They can be combined with sandals, sandals, ballet flats or heels.
Floor-length skirt, pleated
Note! It is worth paying attention to the length of clothing.
Varieties of style
A circle or full sun skirt is an elegant style that fits tightly around the waist, upper hips, and then falls in smooth folds. When sewing, wedges are used: narrow at the top and wide at the bottom; There are also models without seams. When unfolded, the skirt is a circle with a hole in the central part, equal to the waist circumference.
Half-sun is a less flared skirt model, for sewing which a pattern in the form of a half circle is used. The style first appeared in eastern countries and gained enormous popularity in India. In Europe, the model is usually called a bell because of its external resemblance to a charming spring flower.
The ¾ circle skirt is less spacious. Its front and back are equal to three-quarters of a circle. The skirt does not widen as much at the bottom and forms fewer folds. The product can be of any length, looks elegant and feminine.
There is another option - quarter skirts. The style is narrower, does not have pomp and volume. The product represents a fourth part of a full circle.
Sun
half sun
¾ circle skirt
Quarter sun
Flare
Skirts are classified by length. There are three options in total:
- Mini. Helps showcase slender legs and draw attention to the hip line. A short skirt is suitable for discos, parties, and everyday use.
- Midi. A universal option, suitable for almost all women. The style of the skirt masks imperfections on the hips and is optimal for creating casual and office looks.
- Maxi. Long skirts are made from various fabrics: thick - for business looks, flowing - for summer, noble - for evening. Floral prints and checkered patterns are trending.
Skirt models are complemented by an internal lining to add fullness. This allows you to correct a seductive silhouette even with a lack of volume in the hips. To achieve a similar effect, you need to select a length that covers your calves.
The flared sun skirt has a universal cut. Looks attractive on a variety of representatives of the fair sex, regardless of height and build.
Mini
Midi
Maxi
How to choose fabric
When choosing fabric, you need to start from the type of figure and length of the product. Both natural and synthetic materials are used to create clothing.
Lightweight fabrics:
- Fatin. Externally, the clothes are similar to a ballerina's wardrobe item. It looks great with T-shirts and thin blouses, and adds freshness and youth to the image. In addition, ballet tutus are now at the peak of popularity.
Fatin
- Chiffon. Skirts made of chiffon fabric look airy and elegant. They usually consist of several layers, as the fabric is too thin and transparent in appearance.
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Chiffon
- Cotton. The natural material looks simple and stylish at the same time. The environmentally friendly and healthy component does not cause allergic reactions on the skin. It retains its shape well and is suitable for wearing in any season. Cotton products are suitable for both children and adult women.
Cotton
- Organza. Thin organza skirts are popular in the warmer months. They usually look bright and colorful, so they are mainly suitable for walking.
Organza
- Silk or satin. Products made from such material always create a luxurious appearance. They are shiny and smooth, which has a pleasant effect on the skin.
Dense materials:
- Wool. In cold weather, a woolen product can warm you up. Skirts look stylish and fashionable on any girl; they go well with tights and any shoes.
- Leather. Genuine leather or its substitute is actively used for sewing sun-shaped skirts. The result is dense, wear-resistant products that are ready to last for a long time.
Important! The leather is odorless.
Length Variations
Similar models of skirts can be of different lengths. In total, there are several options:
- mini. When choosing products above the knee, it is possible to emphasize the slenderness of the legs and create an accent in the hips. Such products are ideal for everyday wear and parties;
- midi. Clothing that reaches the length of the knee or the center of the calf is suitable for all girls without exception. It hides imperfections in the hip area. This outfit is appropriate not only in everyday life, but also in office style;
- maxi. Floor-length models can be made from different materials. Products made from thick fabric are suitable for office work. The summer sun skirt is made from flowing fabrics. Noble materials are used for evening wear.
To make the sun skirt as fluffy as possible, it is additionally equipped with a lining.
Seamless circle skirt
A sun-shaped skirt can be done without seams at all. This skirt is made from solid fabric. You can wear it in any way as long as there are no inserts or pockets on it. If it twists on a girl while wearing it, it will not be noticeable due to the lack of seams.
Seamless
To create a pattern, you need to purchase graph paper, a ruler, a compass and a pencil. The graph paper must be folded in half and construction done on it.
Step-by-step instruction:
- An important point is to calculate the radius of the circle. The radius is calculated using the formula from the school geometry course. The waist circumference along with the allowance must be divided by twice the number pi.
- An angle of 90 degrees is constructed on graph paper, the sides of which are equal to the calculated radius. And then, using a ruler or compass, an arc is drawn from the ends of the radius. This arch is the future top of the product, which sits at the waist.
- On the same sides, a distance equal to the length of the product is measured from the top of the angle. It depends on the desires of the person, so it is sewn at your discretion. The ends are also connected with an arc, and the result is a pattern for half of the skirt. It can be attached to the model and, if necessary, any imperfections on the paper can be corrected.
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Interesting! This pattern is suitable for any type of sun-shaped skirt, be it one with one or two seams, or a double sun.
With two seams
To create a circle skirt with two seams, create a pattern using the previous method. The parameters of the model are measured, two diameters are calculated using the formula and applied to graph paper.
With two seams
When cutting, it is applied to one layer of fabric and two such semicircles are cut out, which are later connected, and a product with two seams is obtained.
Main materials of manufacture
This toilet is in demand, among other things, because of the huge number of materials used to make it. The choice of fabric and what to wear with a sun skirt in the fall depends on the season. Dense material is a smart solution for cool seasons, and weightless, flowy fabric is for the warm season.
Fashionistas will be able to find the right material for themselves in accordance with their build and body type. So, products made from any type of fabric are suitable for slender girls. And on fuller people, a flared sun skirt looks more harmonious if it is made of light fabrics such as organza and chiffon.
Fashion designers create new product options every year. For them they use:
- tulle;
- skin;
- satin;
- lace;
- crepe;
- wool;
- silk.
This list can be significantly expanded to include satin, denim and other materials.
To sew sun skirts, various materials are used, including guipure, knitwear, crepe
Lace – exquisite romance and chic
A lace sun skirt is the choice of naughty and flirtatious ladies. They can have different lengths. Their color range is quite diverse. However, the classics, of course, still remain black and white shades.
The lace sun skirt is available in a variety of colors
With a mini outfit like this, it’s easy to create capsules for summer celebrations. A plain top and elegant shoes are most often used as additional details.
A casual look is easy to create with a low-cut pair and a stylish denim jacket.
A lace sun skirt and a plain light blouse are a great combination in a summer fashion capsule
Fashion experts give recommendations on what to wear with a midi-length lace sun skirt. For special occasions, they offer high patent leather boots with heels and golf boots in matching colors. The stylish look will be completed with exquisite accessories - a bag and fashionable glasses.
Organza – the airiness of “sunny” silhouettes
Thin organza will add lightness and weightlessness to the toilet. Diverse in color spectrum and texture, it allows you to create different style outfits. An organza sun skirt looks most organic on a summer walk around the city or when going to a beach party.
Organza is one of the best materials for creating a sun skirt
However, a product of even the calmest color should not be worn to the office. The outfit would also look inappropriate at a business meeting. Casual style looks can be easily combined with a mini item in tandem with simple tops and T-shirts. Sandals without heels will be a good addition to the look. It’s easy to choose what to wear with an organza sun skirt in summer. It is enough not to overload the capsule with unnecessary parts. A soft belt and a wide-brimmed hat are suitable as accessories.
Tulle “tutus”
Luxurious floor-length models and lush tutus will be all the rage for many seasons to come. These products have an impressive design. Sun skirts made of tulle are good both for an evening out and for creating everyday looks.
A sun skirt made of tulle and a vest are an excellent tandem for an everyday look
This outfit from the category of formal ones quietly migrated to casual style. With it, they create ensembles in the spirit of boho and even in sports style. In this case, the top is chosen to be as calm as possible, since tulle sun skirts are distinguished by significant pomp.
A laconic top is best suited to a fluffy tulle sun skirt
In a sports look, they should be combined, for example, with long sleeves and brightly colored Converse, light-colored sneakers and crop tops. For a romantic look, choose a strapless lace top, a blouse with 3/4 sleeves, a short fitted jacket and a sun skirt with tulle.
Chiffon cloud of “sunny” ensemble
Airy chiffon is one of the best fabrics for creating a “sunny” style. He embodies the spirit of coquetry inherent in him as fully as possible. Fashion designers successfully use chiffon when creating products with an asymmetrical hem.
An asymmetrical chiffon sun skirt looks great with a light T-shirt and stiletto heels
A sun skirt made of chiffon will add femininity to the figure of thin girls. Products with an elastic band will hide the nuances of a curvaceous complexion. You should carefully approach the degree of splendor of a short lady so that the image looks harmonious.
Sun skirts made of light chiffon will make a thin figure more feminine
Unusual ensembles where a chiffon sun skirt is combined with materials that contrast in texture. It can be a leather top, denim or biker jacket. Fashionable looks in urban grunge are made up of flowing, soft bottoms and elegant knitted tops with sequins.
Leather: brutality or chic
The choice of leather to create such an outfit is a bold experiment by modern designers. The black tint, traditional for leather sun skirts, has long ceased to be a priority in the choice of colors. The catwalks are full of all the colors of the rainbow.
The traditional color for sun leather skirts is black
The products are mostly monochrome, but differ in length. The nuances of the figure and age are important criteria for its selection. They, as well as the occasion for which a particular bow is collected, are taken into account when choosing what to wear with a leather sun skirt.
The leather sun skirt can have different lengths, including midi
For everyday wear, a midi length, a light blouse, and mid-heeled shoes would be appropriate. A special occasion requires a red color, a top or blouse tucked into the belt, and seasonal stiletto heels. An evening capsule can be easily created from a black leather sun skirt and a bustier top.
Satin: soft and flowing sophistication
An important requirement for a material is its ability to drape or hold its shape. Therefore, satin is a common choice. Its shiny texture and ability to form soft folds make products made from it especially impressive.
The texture of satin makes sun skirts made from it especially spectacular
A sun skirt made of satin is no longer a priority detail of evening looks. In combination with voluminous sweaters, sneakers and neat accessories, it is quite organic in everyday looks. A thin oversized jumper can be tucked under the belt.
With such a bottom, memorable capsules in one color are collected. Choose a total look or play up the color contrast of the top and bottom - the choice of a stylish fashionista. Classic shoes and even rough boots are a good addition.
Crepe toilets: what they suit
When choosing the perfect outfit for yourself, you can choose a crepe sun skirt. The name of this material translates as “rough”. And that completely describes its texture.
It has many varieties, its color range is unusually wide. There are varieties of crepe de chine, crepe chiffon, crepe georgette and others. Fashionistas choose outfits from them because of their ability to keep their shape. Crepe products and its variations make it easy to create elegant looks.
A “sunny” crepe skirt can be worn with a belt and an elastic band, assembling looks in a casual style. Mini and midi options in combination with a smooth top will be especially organic. It is better to choose shoes with medium heels. Products with flat soles are also suitable.
Silk luxury is always in trend
Silk is an eternal symbol of chic and luxury. The sun skirt made of silk is the queen of any fashionista’s wardrobe. A business capsule with it will look stylish and expensive. You can play up her beauty romantically or solemnly for a significant meeting or evening out.
Fashion designers offer looks with printed items with floral motifs. Simply choose a product in any shade of color that suits your mood and occasion. It is better to choose a plain top that fits the chest and shoulders.
Silk sun skirt with floral print looks romantic and bright
A classic look can be achieved with a cropped light top, a maxi skirt with elastic and a classic stiletto heel. For a city walk, you should choose a mini version and a light T-shirt. A good combination will be provided by flat sandals.
Double sun
Double sun - a fluffy version of the skirt. It is made from light, loose fabric and looks great on any figure. Among the advantages are elegance, correction of imperfections and the fact that the product is suitable for all representatives of the fair sex, regardless of age.
Skirt – double sun
Double sun is half the waist circumference. The measured waist size is divided by two, and then again by twice the number pi. The pattern method is exactly the same as for a skirt with two seams, only in the end you get not one continuous fabric, but two parts - the front and back components.
Skater skirt with elastic
The belt of a skirt plays an important role in the comfort of wearing and the appearance of the product. Often an alternative option is an elastic band. Girls and young girls feel free to purchase such wardrobe items for themselves. Beautiful appearance and convenience make the products popular.
Skater skirt with elastic
The main difference between this skirt is that instead of a belt, an elastic band is inserted into the upper part.
Choice of material and color
The textiles used to create skirts must be resistant to wear and fading under the sun's rays. The most comfortable to wear will be models made of breathable materials. Summer skirts are made from flowing fabrics: silk or satin. For the cold season, dense options are preferred: wool, corduroy, velvet.
Cotton fabric is perfect for sewing a circle skirt for the summer. It has a pleasant tactile sensation and allows air to pass freely.
You can make a single-layer or multi-layer skirt with your own hands. In the second case, light, airy fabrics are used: chiffon or thin viscose. For the bottom layer of the skirt, coarser materials are selected that can hold their shape: crinoline and others. This model has an elegant, formal look.
Silk
Atlas
Wool
Velveteen
Velvet
Cotton fabric
Color solutions can be very different: from muted pale tones to light, beige, powdery. Connoisseurs of the classics should pay attention to the strict black color, relevant in any season. If this option seems boring, an excellent alternative would be a shade of sea green, emerald.
The color palette of natural stones is in fashion: coral, turquoise, burgundy, mustard, gray, brown. The warm season is not complete without bright colors: blue, carrot, green. In cold weather, it is recommended to wear skirts decorated in soft blue, milky, orange, and yellow shades.
Options for laying out pattern pieces on fabric
You can lay out the pattern pieces on the fabric in a way that is convenient for you. The most rational method is to place the components close to each other. In this case, much less fabric is consumed.
For skirt lengths up to 55 cm, a skirt cut without seams is created. The pattern is laid out in such a way that the diameter of the belt lies at the fold.
Skirts of longer length are cut from semicircles. Patterns are laid out in any convenient way. It is recommended to place parts next to each other in order to save materials.
Uncover
When cutting, the material is folded in half, and a pattern is applied to it. There may be several location options. One of the most common is to apply a pattern with a diameter to the fold line of the fabric, this way less material is consumed.
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The paper is secured to the fabric with pins or needles, or outlined on the fabric with chalk. It is recommended to leave some fabric for allowances.
Using scissors, the fabric is cut along the contour, and the result is something similar to a skirt. At this stage, the pattern should be tried on the model before you start sewing.
Cutting out a belt
The belt pattern should be made on graph paper. To do this, cut out a rectangle. Its length is equal to the length of the waist and a couple of centimeters for the seams. The width can be chosen according to the girl’s taste, but when creating a pattern it is doubled.
Cutting out a belt
Taking measurements
To create a skirt pattern, you need to measure individual parameters. To obtain the most accurate data, it is enough to follow simple rules:
- The measurement is carried out using a thick measuring tape. During operation, it should not be tightened or loosened too much.
- The girl from whom measurements are taken should stand straight, at ease, with her usual posture and arms down. In this case, the heels are brought together and the toes are spread apart.
- To prevent clothes from distorting the data, it is recommended to take measurements over the underwear.
- All paired parameters are determined on the right side.
- The permissible error in measurements for a skirt can reach 0.5 cm, but no more.
To calculate the parameters of the future product, you only need two measurements. The waist circumference is measured with a tailor's meter along the line of the narrowest point of the silhouette or at the level where you plan to wear the skirt. The tape is positioned horizontally, tightly surrounding the body, not too loose, but not too tight. The length of the skirt is determined from the side; for this, the meter is applied to the waist line and lowered down. This indicator depends on individual preferences.
Sewing
It is recommended to start sewing the product from the belt.
Sew on the belt
The cut rectangle with allowances on all sides is folded and secured with an iron. The seams are fixed with needles or pins. The belt is folded along its length and stitched with a regular line on a typewriter. After processing, the belt is simply sewn to the top seam. Thus, the top of the product is ready.
The skirt needs to be folded at the bottom and ironed with an iron. Then you can overlock the bottom and continue working with the belt.
Belt processing
The top of the skirt is folded 1.5–2 centimeters to create a seam. For convenience, you can iron it or secure it with pins or needles. Then the material is sewn on a machine using a regular stitch. .
How to sew a zipper into a skirt
When sewing a seam on the top of the product, it is necessary to leave a slit for the zipper. Its edges are folded, ironed, a zipper with a slider is inserted and stitched on a sewing machine.
Sewing in a zipper
How to shorten the bottom
If there is a need to shorten the bottom of the skirt, then there is a way out. The finished product must be put on and bent to the desired length. The result of the basting can be secured with needles or chalk. The easiest way is to cut off the excess part with scissors. If you want to get rid of 10 cm, then you should cut off 8, and fold the rest and stitch it on a machine. Thus, you will get a product of the desired length, which will suit your figure and emphasize all its advantages.
Pattern
