

DOTTY LONG SKIRT – a new skirt pattern by Sewgirl, perfect for holidays and comfortable for everyday wear – a lovely addition to any wardrobe with its timeless, elegant style and flattering slimline silhouette. I love wearing this skirt with sandals or trainers in Spring/Summer and ankle boots in the Fall. Its a simple sew but one that I’m sure, like me, you will want to make again and again.
Oh and don’t be put off by the zip!- this one is easy peasy. Once mastered this easy ‘centered’ method, you will never sew a different kind of zip again. And with one in the centre back seam, it allows you to adjust at the side seams so that it fits you like a glove. An optional tie belt covers any tums – and having a facing at the top means theres no uncomfortable waistband (I’m not a big fan).
*length can be adjusted using the lengthen lines on the template.
Dotty Long Skirt is available in all sizes from UK 8-22 for size information, finished garment details and fabric requirements please check out the chart below.
Suitable fabrics to make Dotty are 6-8oz denim, medium weight cotton fabric and corduroy or woven jacquards.

HOW TO MAKE DOTTY LONG SKIRT
Here are abridged step by steps about making Dotty skirt. The pattern includes a fully illustrated booklet with more in-depth instructions and glossary. Seam allowance is 1.5cm (5/8″).
All pattern pieces have notches which should be transferred to the pattern after cutting out. The zip, tabs, and side slit positions should be marked on the Front with notches or an invisible marker pen.
Finish all vertical raw edges to Front and Back pieces before sewing.
DARTS




ZIP INSERTION (CENTRE BACK)





POCKETS (FRONT)


Make the pockets then pin to the Front in position as shown on the template.

Sew the Front to Back at the side seams. Press the seam allowances open.
FACINGS
Make the Tabs following the instructions in the booklet.








HEMMING


Hem the Side slit. Hem the lower edge all around.


Dotty skirt worn at Field Day Festival in Hackney, London. Get on down!

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