In this article, let's deal with the half-sun skirt pattern. Consider sketch of this skirthow to cut and how to sew a half-sun skirt without a pattern. In two small videos in the article, beginners can see a pattern with their own hands and how to sew a dress with a half-sun skirt, and I will also present several ready-made patterns with a notch for such a skirt.
The floor-length semi-sun skirt is one of the most popular skirts of recent seasons. Keeping the silhouette of the "sun", it is more comfortable to wear and, of course, more economical in terms of fabric consumption.
It should be noted that the half-sun skirt is more appropriate for figures of medium and large fullness than Sun skirt or straight skirt. With the modern trend “to sew for the full what is for the thin”, this is important when choosing a style.
In a word, the half-sun skirt is the skirt that all fashionistas, home couturiers and professional fashion designers should pay attention to.
Ready-made patterns with a half-sun skirt
Open half-sun skirts without patterns
The consumption will be about 2,5 m of fabric. We calculate according to the formula:
2 radii + skirt length + 2 bases
Radius = 1/3 waist circumference
On the base (length beating) add 3 cm on each side of the skirt.
You can cut out in a turn (Fig. 1), that is, without folding the fabric, but you can fold the cut in half along the transverse thread.
We start with the fact that along the edge, which is located at the edge of the table, we measure the length of the skirt plus 3 cm, then the diameter (that is, two radii) for the notch and again the length of the skirt plus 3 cm. We outline the center and draw a semicircle from it
mki, and, then, from the semicircle of the notch, draw a semicircle of the bottom of the skirt.
Tips for beginners on sewing a half-sun skirt
Another point to consider is that the only middle seam of the skirt is at the hem and will therefore look tight. To avoid this, cut off small "triangles" from the side of the edge (Fig. 2).
The cut of the half-sun skirt for beginners can be further simplified if used for cutting notch pattern.
Watch the video tutorial on the technique of cutting a half-sun skirt using a notch pattern:
Please note: in the video master class, the recess pattern is placed at a distance of 5 cm from the edge in order to bevel the cuts. But, if there is not enough fabric, use the method shown in 2 drawing.
See how to process the belt of a skirt
As for fabrics, today half-sun skirts are sewn from almost all fabrics of the dress range. The only exceptions are, perhaps, only stretch fabrics with high extensibility and fabrics that are strongly stretched along an oblique thread (for example, chiffon).
Ready-made patterns with a half-sun skirt
1. Newlook bat dress pattern
Electronic pattern for beginner dresses for sizes: 42-52 and 52-62. The set of patterns includes patterns for the back-shelf and recesses for cutting skirts "sun" and "semi-sun".
Download a ready-made pattern of a NewLook bat dress and read the instructions on how to sew
2. A simple sundress pattern with a sun or semi-sun skirt
Electronic ready-made sundress pattern in full size for sizes from 42 to 56 with recesses for a semi-sun skirt and a sun skirt. A recess for the half-sun has been added for those who think that the "sun" will visually make the figure heavier, as well as for everyone who wants to save on fabric consumption. For tailoring, both thin jeans and any silk are ideal - from satin to jacquard fabrics of medium thickness and density.
Read how to sew a sundress with a half-sun skirt and download a finished pattern
3. Pattern of a violet dress with a half-sun skirt
Electronic pattern for sizes 42-52 and 52-62 for printing in full size. Sewing difficulty level: simple - the pattern of this dress is designed for beginner couturiers who have already sewn at least one skirt.
Read how to sew and download a ready-made pattern of a violet dress with a half-sun skirt
4. Pattern of a formal dress with a semi-sun or sun skirt for sizes 42 - 56
A ready-made dress pattern for printing in full size on a printer or plotter. The sewing difficulty level is medium and will require cutting and sewing skills from the tailor. This pattern is not recommended for beginners.
Download ready-made patterns and read how to sew a dress with a half-sun skirt
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