Learn how to transform your skirt block or a fitted straight-skirt pattern into an elegant A-line midi skirt; then construct it from start to finish using professional sewing techniques.
Learn the principles behind the pattern alterations as you draft princess seams, create flare and develop the facing and lining, before moving through the complete garment construction.
6 modules · 3.5 hours of video instruction · lifetime access
Draft the pattern. Learn the principles. Sew the skirt.
Throughout the course, you'll develop a skirt pattern with an A-line silhouette, princess seams and the option of a front slit.
Choose to work from your own fitted skirt block or begin with a straight-skirt pattern that already fits you.
You'll then take your pattern through the complete construction process, learning not only how to make this skirt, but the pattern-cutting and construction principles you can apply to future garments.
PATTERN DRAFTING
Pattern Cutting Skills You'll Keep
✓ Adapt a fitted skirt block or pattern into a new design ✓ Add controlled flare for an A-line silhouette ✓ Draft and shape princess seams ✓ Develop facing and lining patterns ✓ Draft a faced slit opening
CONSTRUCTION
Professional Sewing Skills You'll Keep
✓ Cut and handle slippery fabrics such as rayon and viscose ✓ Choose and apply interfacing appropriately ✓ Insert an invisible zip ✓ Sew and finish seams with an overlocker/serger ✓ Stabilise the waist with cotton stay tape ✓ Construct and finish the slit ✓ Attach the waist facing ✓ Work with lining for a professional interior finish
Work through the course at your own pace and revisit lessons whenever you need.
Professional tuition
Detailed step-by-step tuition in both pattern drafting and garment construction.
High-quality video
Clear, close-up video instruction so you can see each technique in detail.
Course resources
Downloadable resources to support you as you work through the course.
Learn with Aneka Truman Made to Sew founder and London College of Fashion graduate, Aneka has been teaching professional sewing and pattern-cutting techniques through Made to Sew since 2013.
Yes, you need a fitted foundation to start from: either your own skirt block or a straight-skirt pattern that already fits you. If you don't have one, start with the Skirt Block course.
Yes, as long as it's a straight skirt that has been fitted to your measurements. The drafting principles are the same.
You should be comfortable using a sewing machine and following garment patterns. Princess seams, facings, lining and the slit are all taught step by step.
The skirt is designed for fabrics with drape. I used rayon and viscose for both the exterior fabric and lining. The course covers how to cut and handle slippery fabrics.
The course uses an overlocker/serger to finish seams. However, you can use alternative finishing techniques discussed in the class.
Lifetime access. Work at your own pace and revisit lessons whenever you need.
You get instant access through your Made to Sew account under My Courses.
Ready to draft & sew your midi skirt?
Develop your pattern-cutting skills while creating a professionally constructed skirt you can adapt and make again.
