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Patchwork Skirt Tutorial

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Patchwork Skirt Tutorial. Easy and adorable sewing project for all skill levels. Perfect for any beginning seamstress!I love making clothes for my little girly girls. The problem I always run into is time, I don’t have the time to make all the clothes I want, so I have to find things to make that are adorable and won’t take me weeks to finish. This patchwork skirt is the easiest cutest thing I can make, I can literally spit one of these suckers out in about 1 1/2 hours. This is also a great use for scrap fabric! This is one that I made for a friend for her daughter’s first trip to Disneyworld. I wanted to do something Minnie Mouse themed.

What you will need:

Fabric (mix and match and pick fun patterns and colors!)
Rotary cutter and mat (I don’t recommend scissors, rotary cutters are much easier and faster)
Ruler
Pins
Thread
3/4 inch elastic

How much fabric:

18 mos/2T: 21 squares of 7 inch fabric

3T/4T: 24 squares of 8 inch fabric

5/6: 28 squares of 8.5 inch fabric

7/8 31 squares of 9 inch fabric

Cut your squares using your rotary cutter, or your scissors if you are stubborn.

Lay out your squares into 2 rows (there is no special order to this, just try to mix it up and keep similar patterns away from each other.)

18 mos/2T:  Top row should have 8 squares and the bottom row should have 13 squares.

3T/4T: Top row should have 9 squares and the bottom should have 15

5/6: Top row should have 10 squares and bottom should have 18

7/8: Top row should have 11 squares and the bottom should have 20

Stack each square on top of one another in the order you laid them out, so that you remember what order to sew them in. Put a pin in it to hold each row together and keep it separate from the other row.

Let’s get started sewing the firs row together. Pin your first 2 squares together, right sides together. Sew one side with a 1/4 inch seem. Open your sewn together squares and place another square on top of the end square, remembering right sides together, sew together with a 1/4 inch seem allowance. Repeat this until you have a long strip of squares.

Repeat these steps for the bottom row.

Take your first row and press your seems open. Fold one long side over 1 inch, pin then press to create the elastic casing.Stitch along bottom, leave a 2 inch opening to insert the elastic. Fold in half right sides together and stitch with a 1/4 inch seam allowance.

Set the top row aside and grab your bottom row. Fold one long side over 1/4 inch, pin then press. Fold over another 1/4 inch, pin then press to create the hem. Stitch all the way around. Fold in half right sides together and stitch with a 1/4 inch seam allowance.

Now it’s time to gather your bottom row. I personally use a gather foot because it is so much easier. If you don’t have a gathering foot, set your machine on the longest stitch possible. Sew a long line at the top of the bottom row, I usually do 2 rows in case one breaks. Begin gathering by pulling the top 2 threads and moving the fabric back so it gathers together.

Take the top row and lay it on a flat surface and compare it to the bottom row to see how wide it needs to be. When it looks like it is the right width, pin the top row to the bottom row at the gather making sure the right sides are together. Also make sure to stagger the two rows. At this point you will know if it is gathered too much or too little and you can adjust accordingly. When you have finished pinning the 2 rows, sew them together.

Last step is to thread the elastic. Measure elastic by wrapping it around your child’s waist, it should be snug but not tight. I use an elastic threader with all my elastic. This simple piece of plastic saves me so much trouble!

After you thread the elastic, sew it together, tuck it into the casing and sew the opening in the casing closed. That’s it! You now have a beautiful patchwork skirt for your little princess 🙂

 

Here is my friend’s daughter in her adorable outfit!


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  1. Stephanie @ From the Burbs to the Boonies says

    January 6, 2014 at 8:38 pm

    Oh my gosh, that is so cute! I don't have a girl, just a big old boy, but if I did I would love to try something like this. Pinning so all my friends with girls can see it. Stopping by from Good Tips Tuesday!
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    • Almost Supermom says

      January 6, 2014 at 8:53 pm

      Nothing wrong with big ole boys :) I have one too, they just aren't as fun to make clothes for lol!
      Reply
  2. momgen says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:49 am

    OH I like your DIY patchwork skirt it looks easy to make. I remember my mom use to make those miss it...She is adorable...
    Reply
  3. Mayette Domencil says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:50 am

    So cute! I wish I have a girl too. I really want to learn how to sew. We bought a portable sewing machine but cannot find time to learn how to. This is because I'm so hooked with crocheting, lol!

    Mommy Maye
    www.momaye.com
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  4. Shecki Grtlyblesd says

    January 7, 2014 at 5:57 am

    That's darling! It would make a cute Valentine skirt, too. :)
    Reply
  5. Jamie Knupp says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:10 pm

    aww! I would love to make matching skirts for my baby girl and 7 year old. Pinning for later!
    Reply
  6. Pauchee Casimiro says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:17 pm

    I wish I had a little princess so I could do something like this. I'm really not good with arts and crafts but I love the patchwork! I also am a fan of black and red. :)
    Reply
  7. Frugal G33k says

    January 8, 2014 at 3:25 am

    Oh. My. Goodness. SO CUTE! I honestly wish I had the patience for it - my little girl would love this! My mother and sister, however are crafty. Sending this along... ;) Great job!!
    Reply
  8. kareen liez says

    January 9, 2014 at 12:12 pm

    This is so lovely!! I wish I could make something like this for my daughter. Thanks for sharing this in the Little Luxuries linky party. Hope to see you again next week! Hugs!
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  9. Alisha Kostiuk says

    January 10, 2014 at 3:31 am

    This is adorable. My niece would look so cute in one of these for her trip to Disney World. Thank you for sharing.
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  10. Heidi@OneCreativeMommy.com says

    January 10, 2014 at 6:14 am

    I love this, Jordyn! My skirt-loving first grader would love one (or ten) of these! Great job.
    Reply
  11. Krystal Butherus says

    January 14, 2014 at 6:01 pm

    This is super cute! It makes me want a little girl. :) Thanks for joining us at Time For Mom last week! Hope to see you there today!
    Reply
  12. Kristin H says

    January 15, 2014 at 3:14 am

    This is such an adorable skirt. I love the color scheme you have chosen. Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
  13. Shirley Wood says

    June 1, 2014 at 11:37 am

    I am just venturing into the world of sewing, well, just learning! I am Pinning this to my Sewing board, plan to make it for my grand daughter. Thanks for the tutorial! Shirley Wood recently posted...Summer Salad Series: Summer Fruit SaladsMy Profile
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  14. Kristina & Millie says

    June 29, 2014 at 12:12 am

    fantastic tute!! This will be awesome! I have been saving some jean scraps, think i will try it with this pattern :) Kristina & Millie recently posted...We are co-hosting The Ultimate Pinterest Party!My Profile
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  15. Denise Murtha says

    June 30, 2014 at 1:43 am

    Love this skirt. Seems like a lot of people do. :) Pinned. Thanks for linking up at Share it Sunday! Denise Murtha recently posted...Share it Sunday {34}My Profile
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  16. Becka says

    July 2, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    ADORABLE! I love how it turned out and the colors you picked are perfect Becka recently posted...Welcome to the 23rd week of #wakeupwednesdaylinkyMy Profile
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  17. Silvie says

    July 4, 2014 at 1:02 am

    How adorable is this little skirt. It came out wonderful! I loved how easy to follow your tutorial is. Thanks so much for sharing it. Stopping by from the Turn it up Tuesday Link Up :) Silvie recently posted...Easy Crochet: Halter Beach Cover Up with TutorialMy Profile
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  18. T'onna Peters (Navy Wifey Peters) says

    July 7, 2014 at 3:52 am

    Adorable skirt! I love the color scheme. Red, black, and white always look great together. Navy Wifey Peters @ The Submarine Sunday Link Party! T'onna Peters (Navy Wifey Peters) recently posted...Submarine Sunday #91My Profile
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  19. CJ Huang says

    February 27, 2015 at 8:56 pm

    So cute! I've always got more ideas than time too. :) Thanks for sharing with us on Inspire Me Monday! CJ Huang recently posted...Five Friday Finds #175My Profile
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  20. Amanda says

    February 28, 2015 at 2:49 am

    This is so adorable! I can't wait to make this for my daughter. Thank you for the great tutorial. Amanda recently posted...Why You Should Still Write Love NotesMy Profile
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  21. Teri@The Freshman Cook says

    February 28, 2015 at 5:13 am

    This is too cute for words! Just love it! Love the colors and the patches are adorable! I would love if you would share this at my blog party, Celebrate It! It is all about celebrating the everyday! http://thefreshmancook.blogspot.com/2015/02/celebrate-it-blog-party-32.html
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  22. Shelley says

    October 29, 2015 at 10:58 am

    This is really cute. I think using "fat quarter" bundles would save even more time. They usually have coordinating colors and patterns in the bundles, and are pre-cut into nice squares. I always have trouble making perfect squares, even with a roll cutter.
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    • Jordyn says

      December 17, 2015 at 2:22 pm

      Agreed!! Fat quarters are perfect for this project :)
      Reply

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