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Step by Step Making A Circle Skirt

Step by Step Making A Circle Skirt

Crystal gives you a full walkthrough of making a circle skirt using Big Z Fabric Techno Athletic Neoprene. This tutorial will guide you through each step, from preparing your materials to finishing your skirt. Follow along to create a stylish and comfortable circle skirt perfect for any occasion.

Materials Needed

  • 1 yard of Techno Athletic Neoprene
  • Tracing paper (40 inches wide and 60 inches length)
  • Tape
  • Measuring tape
  • Fabric scissors
  • Post-its
  • Pencil
  • Dark marker

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preparing the Pattern

  1. Fold the tracing paper in half lengthwise.
  2. Measure and mark the waist radius on the folded corner using your waist measurement divided by 6.28 (this will be the radius of the circle).
  3. Using a pencil, draw a quarter circle from the folded corner to mark the waistline.
  4. Measure and mark the desired length of the skirt from the waistline. Draw another quarter circle from the same folded corner to mark the hemline.

Step 2: Cutting the Fabric

  1. Place the tracing paper pattern on the neoprene fabric.
  2. Pin the pattern to the fabric to prevent it from moving.
  3. Carefully cut the fabric along the waistline and hemline markings.

Step 3: Creating the Waistband

  1. Measure your waist and cut a strip of neoprene fabric that is your waist measurement plus 2 inches for seam allowance, and 3 inches wide.
  2. Fold the waistband strip in half lengthwise, with the wrong sides together, and press it to create a crease.

Step 4: Attaching the Waistband

  1. Pin the waistband to the waistline of the skirt, right sides together, matching the raw edges.
  2. Sew the waistband to the skirt using a straight stitch, stretching the waistband slightly as you sew to fit the skirt.

Step 5: Finishing the Hem

  1. If you prefer a clean finish, you can hem the skirt by folding the edge under 1/4 inch and stitching it down with a straight stitch. However, neoprene fabric does not fray, so you can also leave the edge raw if desired.

Step 6: Adding a Closure

  1. If you need a closure, you can add a zipper or elastic to the waistband. Measure and cut a zipper to fit the waistband, or measure and cut a piece of elastic that fits snugly around your waist.
  2. Attach the zipper by sewing it into the side seam of the waistband, or sew the ends of the elastic together and then attach it to the waistband.

Additional Tips and Tricks

  • Use post-its to mark measurements and important points on the pattern for easy reference.
  • Use a dark marker to make your markings more visible on the fabric.
  • Neoprene fabric can be bulky, so use sharp fabric scissors for clean cuts.

Conclusion Making your own circle skirt with Techno Athletic Neoprene is a fun and rewarding project. We hope you enjoyed this tutorial and are excited to create more DIY fashion pieces. Share your creations with us and explore more crafting ideas on our blog.

Credits and References

  • Content Creator: Special thanks to Crystal for this fantastic tutorial.
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  • Additional Resources: For more crafting guides and tips, visit our YT Channel: Big Z Fabric.