Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Sewing 1/2 Circle Skirts

I recently came across a web site that does the calculations for a circle skirt.

CLICK HERE for calculator

They also have options for 1/2 circle and 1/4 circle skirts.
I did not know there was such a thing as a, "Circle Skirt," until just recently.
I have cut out three and have finished one. 
Here are some pictures that I took along the way. :)  

 These are so simple to cut out. You just anchor your measuring tape at one point and then pivot, marking at the appropriate places, until you have marked off a 1/4 circle.

 Above I have laid out all of the pieces required for one 1/2 circle skirt.

 Here is one I have almost finished. It just needs a hem and a couple of buttons.


How do you like my model? :) 

I made a pocket on the right side and a lapped zipper on the left side.


It is a little breezy today which made taking pictures a little challenging. It was nice to be outside, though. :)

6 comments:

Sunshine Country said...

Looks like this skirt is really easy to make, and yours turned out nice!

Sarah said...

Your new skirt is lovely. The style makes me think of one my mother and I often sew for ourselves. The band/yoke makes for a comfortable fit.

A Heart of Praise said...

Love how your skirt turned out, very pretty! :)

Sister in the Mid-west said...

Thank you all for your compliments!:)

Lilac Cottage Homestead said...

love your new skirt!! looks like it will move well
Kelly

Sister in the Mid-west said...

Kelly,
Thank you for your comment! They are quite full. I actually haven't worn one yet because I haven't made one in my size.