How to Make a Skater Skirt EASY! | No Zipper or Elastic | Sewing Projects for Beginners

Learn how to make an easy half circle skater skirt in this sewing project for beginners or anyone looking for a quick and easy tutorial - no zipper, no elastic, and no sewing pattern needed!

Skater skirts are a basic and very trendy staple piece perfect for all figures and body types from petite to plus size and you'll be able to customize this one exactly as you like with your favorite stretch fabric (solid fabric, prints, and whatever length you prefer). This tutorial is episode 2 of my Wardrobe Basics mini series where you'll learn to make staple pieces for your closet. Pair it with the t-shirt from episode 1 and you'll have a complete outfit ready for any occasion!

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SUPPLIES NEEDED:

-1 1/4 yards of a stretch knit fabric (mine is for an above the knee skirt so you may want extra fabric if you want a longer skirt)

-Basic sewing supplies – sewing machine, thread, tape measure, chalk, scissors, ball point needle, pins, etc.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

You'll learn how to measure your waist, how to calculate a half circle skirt waist size easily, and how to use those numbers to draw out your half circle skirt; you'll learn how to create a waistband, how to sew the pieces together, and how to hem the edge of the fabric for a clean finish. I'll also give you my tips and tricks for how to sew stretchy knit fabric!

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WARDROBE BASICS PLAYLIST:    • Wardrobe Basics Series: Comicat Creations  

BEGINNER SEWING PROJECTS PLAYLIST:    • Beginner Sewing Projects: Easy Clothing  

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XO, Monika