Dress Project: Charlie Charlie Skirt More Fitted - Drafting and Cutting

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In this session, I taught how to draft a more fitted skirt pattern using the draping method, specifically for jersey knit fabrics.

I demonstrated taking in the skirt pattern at the waist and hips to create a tighter fit, as well as how to introduce diagonal draping lines for a draped effect across the body.

Lesson Steps:

  • Traced the basic skirt pattern and removed darts for stretch fabric
  • Tapered the skirt slightly at the sides for a closer fit
  • Took in the waistline and hipline further for an even tighter fit
  • Marked diagonal draping lines from waist to hem
  • Cut along draping lines and opened up the pattern pieces
  • Connected the opened sections to create the draped silhouette
  • Blended any uneven areas for a smooth drape
  • Cut the fabric pieces from the new draped pattern
  • Prepared to sew a muslin sample to check the fit

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