Patterns and sewing of a sun skirt yourself

One of the popular fashion trends at the moment is the sun skirt. A light and airy wardrobe item can create a new magnificent image for a date or a walk for a girl with any type of figure.

What is this?

Externally, the skirt looks like a flared garment, which is why it is also called a flare. It has a round shape, reminiscent of the sun, for which it received such a name. The product suits a girl with any type of figure. The free form of the cut allows you to hide curvy hips and emphasize the advantages of slender legs.

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.

What to wear for each person:

• Miniskirts are suitable mainly for slender girls of short and medium height. On other women, the items 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 also 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 lightweight fabric are a must-have for every fashionista in the summer season. They can be combined with sandals, open-toe shoes, ballet flats or high-heeled shoes.

How to choose fabric

When choosing a fabric, you need to start from the type of figure and the length of the product. Both natural and synthetic materials are used to create clothing.

Lightweight fabrics:

• Tulle. The clothes look like a ballerina's wardrobe item. They look great with T-shirts and thin blouses, and add freshness and youth to the image. In addition, ballet tutus are currently at the peak of popularity.

• 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.

• Cotton. Natural material looks simple and stylish at the same time. Eco-friendly and useful component does not cause allergic reactions on the skin. It keeps its shape well and is suitable for wearing in any season. Cotton products are suitable for both a child and an adult woman.

• Organza. Thin organza skirts are popular in the warm season. They usually look bright and colorful, so they are mainly suitable for walks.

• Silk or satin. Products made from such material always create a luxurious appearance. They are distinguished by their shine and smoothness, 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 serve for a long time.

How to take measurements

To create a pattern, you need to take measurements of two values ​​- waist circumference for sewing a belt and the length of the product. A sun skirt can reach the middle of the thigh or even "fall" to the floor.

Having measured the dimensions, a person should add a couple of centimeters to each of them so that the product is loose and comfortable to wear.

How much fabric do you need?

The amount of material depends on the length of the product, the type of skirt and the size of the girl for whom the clothes are intended. Having calculated the length, the creator must not forget to add material for allowances.

Sun skirt - pattern

Many girls sometimes have a question about how to sew a sun skirt. It happens that there is no suitable color that you like, and it is not clear where to start sewing. The first thing you need to do is decide on the type of product and start cutting it out.

Seamless sun skirt

A sun-shaped skirt can be completely seamless. Such a skirt is made of solid fabric. It can be worn in any way, as long as it does not have any inserts or pockets. If it twists on a girl during wear, it will not be noticeable due to the lack of seams.

To create a pattern, you need to buy graph paper, a ruler, a compass and a pencil. The graph paper needs to be folded in half and used to construct the pattern.

Step by step instructions:

1. An important point is the calculation of the radius of the circle. The radius is calculated using the formula from the school geometry course. The waist circumference together with the allowance must be divided by twice the number pi.
2. On the graph paper, a 90-degree angle is constructed, the sides of which are equal to the calculated radius. And then, using a ruler or compass, an arc is laid off from the ends of the radius. This arc is the future top of the product, which sits on the waist.
3. On these same sides, a distance equal to the length of the product is measured from the top of the corner. It depends on the person's wishes, so it is sewn at discretion. The ends are also connected with an arc, and as a result, a pattern of half a skirt is obtained. It can be attached to the model and, if necessary, all the flaws can be corrected on paper.

With two seams

To create a sun skirt with two seams, a pattern is created using the previous method. The parameters of the model are measured, two diameters are calculated using the formula and applied to graph paper.

When cutting, it is applied to one layer of fabric and two such semicircles are cut out, which are then connected, and a product with two seams is obtained.

Double sun

Double sun is a lush version of the skirt. It is sewn from light, thin fabric and looks great on any figure. Among the advantages, we can highlight elegance, correction of flaws and the fact that the product suits all representatives of the fair sex, regardless of age.

Double sun is half the waist circumference. The waist measurement is divided by two, then by twice the number pi. The pattern is exactly the same as in a two-seam skirt, but the result is not one continuous piece, but two parts - the front and back components.

Sun skirt with elastic band

The waistband of a skirt plays an important role in the comfort of wearing and the appearance of the product. An elastic band is often an alternative. Girls and young women boldly buy such wardrobe items for themselves. Beautiful appearance and convenience make the products popular.

The main difference of this skirt is that instead of a belt, an elastic band is inserted into the upper part.

How to prepare fabric for cutting

Before cutting, the selected material should be placed on a horizontal surface in an even layer. If necessary, the fabric can be folded and ironed. It is best to turn the fabric over to the wrong side and make marks on it with chalk.

Variants of 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 efficient method is to place the components close to each other. In this case, much less fabric is used.

For skirts up to 55 cm long, a seamless skirt pattern is created. The pattern is laid out in such a way that the waistband diameter lies at the fold.

Skirts of greater length are cut from semicircles. Patterns are laid out in any convenient way. It is recommended to lay the parts next to each other in order to save materials.

Opening

When cutting, the material is folded in half and the pattern is applied to it. There may be several options for placement. One of the most common is to apply the pattern with its diameter to the fold line of the fabric, so less material is used.

The paper is fixed to the fabric with pins or needles, or the outline is drawn on the fabric with chalk. It is recommended to leave some fabric for allowances.

Using scissors, the fabric is cut along the outline, resulting in something resembling a skirt. At this stage, the pattern should be tried on a model before sewing begins.

Cutting out the 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 circumference and a couple of centimeters for seams. The width can be chosen according to the girl's taste, but when creating a pattern, it is doubled.

Sewing

It is recommended to start sewing the product from the belt.

Sewing on the belt

The cut rectangle with allowances on all sides is folded and secured with an iron. The seams are secured with needles or pins. The belt is folded along the length and stitched with a regular line on a machine. After processing, the belt is simply sewn to the upper seam. Thus, the top of the product is ready.

The bottom of the skirt needs to be folded and ironed. Then the bottom can be processed with an overlock and continue working with the belt.

Belt processing

The top of the skirt is folded over by 1.5–2 centimeters to create a seam. For convenience, you can iron it or fix it with pins or needles. Then the material is sewn on a machine with 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, the zipper with the slider is inserted and stitched on a sewing machine.

How to shorten the bottom

If you need to shorten the bottom of the skirt, there is a way out. Put the finished product on and tuck it 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 tuck the rest and stitch it on the machine. This way, you will get a product of the desired length, which will fit the figure and emphasize all its advantages.

Bottom processing options

The skirt trim plays a special role in creating the product. If desired, you can frame the skirt from below with lace material. Such a product will look gentle on any lady. The same applies to ruffles. They are relevant at any time, but do not suit all women due to their tendency to visually increase volumes.

"Sun" has many advantages. Such an element in a lady's wardrobe is appropriate both on the street, at a party, and in the office or school.