It's time to cut a fabric for the Zlata skirt. Depending on the variation you're sewing, follow a corresponding cutting layout from the instructions document, which will save your fabric and use in in an optimal way.
If you're sewing the View B, cut the skirt panels A and D along the border line.
If you're sewing the View C, fold (there's no need to cut) the belt loops along the marked lines.
The following panels need to be cut:
View A
- A - front skirt panel: 1x on fold
- B - pocket: 2x
- C - front waist yoke: 2x on fold
- D - back skirt panel: 1x on fold
- E - back waist yoke: 2x on fold
View A
View B
fabric A
- A1 - front skirt panel: 1x on fold
- C - front waist yoke: 2x on fold
- D1 - back skirt panel: 1x on fold
fabric B
- A2 - front skirt border panel: 1x on fold
- C - front waist yoke: 2x on fold
- D2 - back skirt border panel: 1x on fold
- E - back waist yoke: 2x on fold
view B
View C
- A - front skirt panel: 1x on fold
- B - pocket: 2x
- C - front waist yoke: 2x on fold
- D - back skirt panel: 1x on fold
- E - back waist yoke: 2x on fold
view C
Lining, all views
- F - pocket lining: 2x
- G - front lining panel: 1x on fold
- H - back lining panel: 1x on fold
lining, all views
You need to transfer the contours of the pattern pieces to the fabric, as well as the full lines that represent the pleat folds. Also, transfer the pleat stitch notches (rounded in red line). Optionally, transfer the dashed pleats' fold lines.
If you're making views A or B, make a precise marks on the fabric that represent the angles that belt loops form with the top of the skirt panels.
If you're making views A or B, make a precise marks on the fabric that represent the angles that belt loops form with the top of the skirt panels.
Don't forget Stepalica Patterns don't have seam allowances, so you need to add them before cutting the fabric. I suggest adding 1 - 1.5 cm wide SAs along the side seams and 2 - 2.5 cm wide hem allowances.
I'll also show you the technique I used for marking the pleat fold lines, using the loose basting, which transfers the marks symmetrically to both layers of fabric (that is, if the fabric is cut on fold). Note that this is not the fastest method to use.
I'll also show you the technique I used for marking the pleat fold lines, using the loose basting, which transfers the marks symmetrically to both layers of fabric (that is, if the fabric is cut on fold). Note that this is not the fastest method to use.
So, I folded the fabric width wise and cut the front and back skirt panels on fold. I added the required SAs.
Along top and bottom edges of the fabric I made small cuts on the spots where the pleat folds starts and ends were.
Then I removed the paper pattern from the fabric and marked with chalk the pleat fold lines, by connecting the corresponding cuts on top and bottom of the panels.
Using the loose basting stitch and thread in a contrasting color, I basted through both layers of fabric, following the previously marked lines.
Once all the pleat fold lines were basted I slowly and gently opened the fabric and cut the basting thread that peaked between the two layers.
As a result I got symmetrically marked plead fold lines; the marks can be easily removed by pulling the thread from the fabric.
Zlata Sewalong - the posts
We'll start sewing on Monday - I'll show you how to make the belt loops for the views A and B.
Stay tuned!
- #1 Fabric recommendations
- #2 Print the pattern
- #3 Fitting alterations - grading the pattern
- #4 Fitting alterations for protruding rear
- #5 Cut the fabric
- #6 Sew the belt loops
- #7 Pleat the skirt
- #8 Sew the pockets
- #9 Assemble the skirt
- #10 Sew an invisible zipper
- #11 Sew a lapped zipper
- #12 Assemble the lining
- #13 Sew the button closure
- #14 Hem the skirt, method 1
- #15 Hem the skirt, method 2
- #16 Hem the skirt, method 3
- #17 Pattern alterations for various styles
How to buy the pattern
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Zlata skirt pattern costs $11.98,and it can be bought via my Etsy shop.
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When making a purchase order, select "Other" in the payment options. I have to manually issue an invoice for you, via 2Checkout system. The invoice contains a link where you can complete the purchase - it's a page on 2Checkout's website. Once you fill in your billing information, you can chose to pay either by using PayPal account or your credit card. You don't have to register to 2checkout and you won't be charged any additional fees. It's simple, fast and secure. Once the payment is completed, I will enable the pattern download on my Etsy store. I monitor the state of my Etsy store several times a day, and I get instant emails whenever any change is made, so the purchase is usually completed within the same day. Sometimes, due to my daily duties and a time zone differences, it takes more than a day to complete the purchase.
For any additional information about the pattern or the purchase, feel free to email me at: anajan.stepalica [at] gmail [dot] com.
Related posts
- Zlata skirt Pattern #1401
- Zlata skirt pattern - view A
- Zlata skirt pattern - view B
- Zlata skirt pattern - view C
- Zlata skirt pattern - the lining pattern
- Zlata skirt - testing the pattern, part 1
- Zlata skirt - testing the pattern, part 2
- Zlata skirt - testing the pattern, part 3
- Zlata skirt - testing the pattern, part 4
