Long denim skirt – Free sewing pattern download PDF #UP1033

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Embrace timeless style with this long denim skirt! Designed for durable, non-stretch denim, it features a flattering straight cut, a front slit, and a classic 5-pocket style that offers both functionality and style. Whether paired with a tucked-in blouse or casual tee, this skirt is a wardrobe staple that can be dressed up or down.

Download the FREE PDF sewing pattern, and sew your own stylish denim skirt now!

1 cm (3/8″) seam allowance included!

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Sizing Guide

This pattern is drafted according to the following body measurements. Standard height is 1.64 m (5.4 ft). Check this tutorial if you want to add sizes to your pattern!

	XS	S	S/M	M	M/L	L	XL
Bust	85 cm (33 1/2″)	89 cm (35″)	93 cm (36 1/2″)	97 cm (38″)	101 cm (39 1/2″)	105 cm (41″)	109 cm (42 1/2″)
Waist	64 cm (25 1/2)	68 cm (27″)	72 cm (28 1/2″)	76 cm (30″)	80 cm (31 1/2″)	84 cm (33″)	88 cm (34 1/2″)
Hips	92 cm (36 1/2″)	96 cm (38″)	100 cm (39 1/2″)	104 cm (41″)	108 cm (42 1/2″)	112 cm (44″)	116 cm (45 1/2″)

Finished garment measurements

Ease is included in the measurements below to make the garment larger than the body.

	XS	S	S/M	M	M/L	L	XL
Waist	66 cm (26 1/4″)	70 cm (27 3/4″)	74 cm (29 1/4″)	78 cm (30 3/4″)	82 cm (32 1/4″)	86 cm (33 3/4″)	90 cm (35 1/4″)
Hips	93 cm (36 7/8″)	97 cm (38 3/8″)	101 cm (39 7/8″)	105 cm (41 3/8″)	109 cm (42 7/8″)	113 cm (44 3/8″)	117 cm (45 7/8″)
Length	87 cm (34 1/4″)	88 cm (34 5/8″)	89 cm (35 1/8″)	90 cm (35 1/2″)	91 cm (35 7/8″)	92 cm (36 1/4″)	93 cm (36 5/8″)

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Sewing Notes

Here are some tips we recommend for a successful sewing project:

Fit and Style

• Choose a size according to your hips measurements, referring to the body measurements chart. If your waist corresponds to another size, you can widen or taper the waist on the pattern as needed. To do so, shift the waist/side seam corner.
• On the finished garment measurements chart, you can also check the length of the garment and see if it’s suitable for your height. You may want to compare the length with a similar piece of clothing. This is a mid-calf length skirt.
• If you want to adapt the length of your garment to your height, check this helpful tutorial here!

Fabrics

• This pattern is adapted for non-stretch fabrics only. I recommend that you pick medium-weight denim (10-12 oz), depending on the strength of your sewing machine. Don’t hesitate to use lighter denim if you know that your sewing machine struggles with thicker fabric.
• You can also use other woven fabrics such as corduroy, velvet, or twill!
• Be sure that you pick a main fabric and a pocket lining with a similar fiber content so it’s easier to watch the finished garment. For instance, if you’re using a 100% cotton denim, be sure that the pocket lining is also 100% cotton.

Cutting out

• Before you start cutting your fabrics, wash and dry them like you’d do for the finished piece. Keep in mind the fabric type and what it’s made of so you choose the right cleaning method (like how hot the water should be or what kind of cycle to use…). Plus, the dyes used on certain fabrics tend to bleed when washed, so wash yours separately, or with similar colors.
• After you wash and dry the fabric, give it a good press to get rid of any creases. Just make sure your iron is set to the right temperature for the fabric. Generally, synthetic fibers like acrylic, spandex, or polyester should be pressed on low heat, while natural fibers like cotton, wool, or linen can handle higher heat.
• When you’re set to cut the fabric, just fold it lengthwise right sides together. Make sure the fold is straight and doesn’t twist up. If it does, unfold it and refold until it’s nice and flat. Then, lay out the pattern pieces so the grainline runs parallel to the selvages.
• Make sure you don’t cut the notches too long; aim for them to be around 0.3-0.4 cm long (1/8″). Also, be sure to also trace all the pattern markings on the fabrics with a tailor’s chalk or a fabric marker.

Sewing

• For safety reasons, it’s important to pick a thicker sewing needle when you sew with denim. Don’t skip over this step! Check for a 16 or 18 size needle, or one labelled for jeans.
• If you wish to use topstitch thread, wind the bobbin with a matching regular thread, and be sure to make a tension test on a scrap of fabric before you start to sew. You may need to increase the tension.
• You need an unusual tool to sew with denim: a hammer. It will be very handy if you need to flatten a few areas that are too thick. Plus, you also need it to install the jeans button.
• If you’re not sure how to sew buttonholes, be sure to check your sewing machine manual. The process will vary from one machine to another.

Good luck with your sewing project!

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