Controlled Flare Gored Skirt (with Bonus Fitted Skirt Sloper)

The panel construction allows the skirt to move gracefully, making it ideal for both casual and formal wear. Modify the pattern and adjust the flare and fabric to create countless new looks. Begin by styling each pattern gore and adjusting it to fit smaller areas, making it flattering on all figures. The vertical seams will be contoured around the tummy area for a truly custom fit. Learn how to adjust the panels to create the illusion of a symmetrical fit on an asymmetrical figure, plus more tips and techniques. This pattern can feature a center-back or side zipper in woven fabrics, or omit the zipper in stretch fabrics. Optional lessons include Joi’s fully lined “bagged lining” technique and also the horsehair hem finish. The waistband also features many options from the traditional square band, a contoured band, bias binding, or Petersahm.

Sewing fashion does not have to be complex or difficult, but with a few solid techniques, anyone can create a professionally fitted and professional-looking classic Gored Skirt. You will want to make more than one.

IMPORTANT DESIGNER JOI PATTERN INFO:

The PDF workbook is a guide to this pattern, including some or all of the following worksheets: workbook cover, permissions, printing instructions, size chart, pattern card, design detail checklist, fitting tips and tricks, measurement charts, customizing the flat pattern, fabric layout, and a sewing steps outline. some creative options. This pattern includes a basic outline of sewing instructions and can be sewn as a standalone pattern, but some details may be omitted. For example, adding a zipper may be referenced, but the specific steps for adding a zipper are not included; however, Joi designs her patterns for interactive instruction, and this pattern and workbook are meant to be used with the companion video class for complete step-by-step detailed instruction (hours of videos just for this single pattern) with in-depth details that we are not able to put in the workbook.

Because this is a digital downloadable product, it is non-refundable. We are a small business, and it is hard enough. Thank you for understanding in this challenging digital marketplace and supporting our studio. If you have any questions on the pattern, sewing, or anything related to your pattern purchase, you are always encouraged to ask questions during our free Sewing Time Live Facebook Program every Thursday at 1:00 PM CST on the DesignerJoiMahon Facebook Page. Joi would love to interact with you, and isn’t that a more fun way of sewing anyway? Enjoy and please share your projects!

THE TUTORIAL FOR THIS PATTERN IS FEATURED IN OUR PATTERN ACADEMY VIDEO PLAYER ON THE FRONT PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE.

All Designer Joi Patterns are meant to be used in combination with Joi’s video classes and expanded tutorials available on the Video Player for best results.