Skirt Tutorial | Beginner Sewing Project | Self Drafted - No Pattern Needed!

Let's make your dream skirt! In this tutorial, I walk through a beginner friendly method for self drafting a simple skirt. You can customize the length, amount of tiers, waistband and hem widths, fullness, pockets, etc. We'll go through it all together!

Time stamps:
(1:30) Finding and measuring an inspo pic
(2:52) Calculating your skirt measurements
(14:56) Determining Fabric Requirements
(16:39) How to Plan for Pockets
(18:43) Cutting Tips
(19:39) Prepping for Construction
(20:37) Basting Stitches and Gathering Tiers
(27:26) Adding Pockets
(29:00) Attaching Front & Back Skirt Pieces
(30:11) Waistband Construction
(35:07) Hemming!

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[hannahbrooks]

literally planning my entire summer wardrobe around this!

[jenambrecht]

This was a great tutorial! Thank you for including all the details about figuring out measurements. I've been sewing for years but making clothing is new to me. I have such a hard time getting the fit right.

[blackvelvetsings]

Thank you so much .I successfully completed the skirt.There were a lot of tears and stress involved but I did it .I love it and the is a great tutorial as beginner sewist.I have to make a another so I can improved on the mistakes.

[arieltorres]

This is the best beginner video I’ve ever watched! Your video was so easy to follow, answered any questions I had as I was watching and you’re just so humble.

[katherinekitcher]

Please I’m begging you please make more videos! I have no idea what I’m doing but this genuinely helped me so much! I feel confident and encouraged to give this a try!

[susanduemmel]

I’ve just sewed two of these- and you were right that the second one was WAY cuter than the first! 😂 The only thing I would add to your tutorial is maybe for you to choose fabric to demonstrate that has a very obvious right and wrong side. Other than that, everything was very clear and you are a natural teacher!

[bethmaldonado]

I have not sewn anything in a long time and haven’t had much success with sewing garments in the past but you are inspiring me to sew again! Your instructions are so clear, it is especially helpful that you walk us through the math!!!😂 Thank you so much!!!❤

[finchy]

im in the middle of making the lane pants as we speak! just got the tie dress pattern today can't wait to get this one next! thank you for giving me the Inspo to sew again! im in my crafting era and loving it! I also made the quilted purse as my first project and I get so many compliments on it! thank you for all you do!!

[danniefrenchpea]

Fantastic tutorial, very clear and easy to follow - your finished skirt is beautiful 😍 thank you so much for sharing your video 🙏 I shall be making my own skirt very soon! 🤗

[everydaywithashley]

I've never thought about measuring the screen - what an awesome idea!!

[laurenenash]

This tutorial was excellent! It was so detailed and easy to follow. I am a beginner and this was not intimidating at all. I cannot wait to make this!🤩

[kimreisinger]

This is a very good tutorial. I especially like how you calculated the percentages for the tiers...so helpful for math challenged sewers like me. The only thing I'm adding is understitching the pockets at the side seams. This helps keep them from popping out as you take your hands in/out. I'm sewing my skirt as we speak. Can't wait to wear it. :-)

[DivinelyGuided]

This skirt is so adorable. Thank you for sharing. It turned out great. ❤

[penlennon]

Such a helpful and calm tutorial. Thanks so much for sharing your time with us.

[priscillaanthony]

You are absolutely amazing I simply love how you demonstrate as well as sharing your tips as you go along ❤❤❤

[hey.heidie]

Very easy and clear instructions. Perfect!

[Helen-sniq]

This tutorial is perfect! I also have a substantial waist to hip ratio difference and none of the other tutorials mentioned how to ensure it also fits your hips. I'm so excited to make this :)

[lindseyretzer]

Thank you for single handedly reviving my love for sewing!!! This tutorial and the endless possibilities with the Syd Tie Top/Dress pattern have been such a blessing!!

[janiceliang]

You are the Best! THANK you for such a detailed tutorial. Anybody who goes to all the work you do, deserves to be complimented., and. trusted.

[laurenlaker]

Loved seeing your drafting process. Thank you so much!