Looking for a Flat Front Skirt Tutorial? This Free Flat Front Skirt Pattern is the perfect skirt for girls, and may be just what you need!
New pattern alert!! Remember my Flat Front Skirt from last week? I have the pattern and tutorial ready to share with you today!
I’m loving how the skirt turned out, the fit is perfect! The skirt has a flat front, so it looks good with a tucked in shirt and elastic in the back, for easy on/off (and easy construction.) I definitely prefer the ease of elastic-waist bottoms, and the look of the flat front really makes it look more structured.
It’s a bit difficult to see in these photos, but the fabric is corduroy. I had spotted the floral corduroy on the clearance table at Joann’s, and the pink fabric and ribbon were from my stash.)
Ready to make one of these skirts for your little one? Head over to PAGE 2 for the cutting and sewing instructions.
Wendy Cranford says
Your tutorial is so awesome. Very clear and easy to follow I am going to go to Joann's today and buy some fabric to make a few of these for my daughter. Thank you!
Libby says
Hi Jamie, Is the fabric you used for the skirt woven or knit?
Jamie says
I’ve only made this skirt with wovens. The fabric in these photos is a lightweight corduroy.
Jamie says
If you are looking for a skirt pattern to use with knits, these are good:
https://www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com/roller-skate-circle-skirt-pattern/
https://www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com/ruffle-skirt-instructions/
https://www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com/how-to-sew-a-circle-skirt/
Anne Weaver says
Pretty, pretty!! I've got a Craft Gossip post scheduled for this afternoon that links to your tutorial:
http://sewing.craftgossip.com/tutorial-little-girls-flat-front-gathered-skirt/2014/10/12/
–Anne
Crochet Hooks says
Lovely skirt, I love the cloth you used and the model is adorable 🙂 thanks for sharing the pattern and tute!
Mel {MamaBuzz} says
This is so adorable! Love the colors and pattern. Thanks so much for sharing at Inspire Me Wednesday. Featuring you in next week's issue.
Mabey She Made It says
I can't wait to try this, Jamie!
Marms says
Beautiful skirt! Just what I was looking for since all-elastic waists are too bulky for granddaughter. Can you possibly advise on measurement requirements for size 12 skirt? Thank you. LOVE IT!! Marms
Jamie says
Thank you! I can definitely do that once I get back into my office, maybe tomorrow. I would need to consult my charts. I do think needs to be done for size 12 is to use half inch instead of quarter inch elastic.
Jamie
Marms says
Thanks, Jamie. Have you had a chance to figure out the size 12 requirements?
Unknown says
I love this skirt!!! Were you able to figure out the requirements for a size 12 skirt? My daughters love to wear skirts, and I had something like this in mind for them. Also, do you have a suggestion for something like this for a size 6/8 womens? My oldest is almost 13, so she is in smaller womens sizes. Thanks.
Deborah Nazaroff says
Love this!! Were you able to find your adjustments for a size 12? Also, do you have suggestions for a size 6 petite women size? My oldest is in womens sizes, and they both love skirts.
Janet Lawrinson says
Hi, I love the skirt but can't find the link to the pattern. Can you advise please? Jan
Jamie says
Hi, there is no link, just cut the dimensions for your size from the chart. (Listed under step 1: cut your pieces.)
~Jamie
Sewing Shop says
Gorgeous skirt! Thanks for making this tutorial.
I linked to it from my blog.
Jamie says
Thank you!
Ang says
Just finished this in a Barbie print for my daughter's birthday party. Thanks Jamie!
I instagrammed pics #scatteredmompatterns
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Adorei, lindo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
www.notíciasdocp.com says
Lindo, adorei.
Monica says
If you do 2 different fabrics (like in the tutorial) how much fabric do you need of each for a size 2? Is it a yard of the main one and 1/4 yard of the border? Or something like that?
Jamie says
The amount will vary based on the width of the fabric. Check out this little chart and add up the heights needed to determine the yardage needed. http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-v_qIOY__Obk/VDdTPvUQq0I/AAAAAAAAb8Y/MOvEf99vWT8/s1600/Flat-front-skirt-measuremen.JPG
You need about half a yard for the border fabric no matter what size you are sewing.
Good luck,
Jamie
bfh says
een hele leuke rok bedankt voor het patroon heb hem opgeslagen !
bfh says
dit is een super leuk rokje bedankt voor het patroon
Md3 says
Love the skirt and the tutorial. I am looking to make a solid red skirt for my DD for a school performance. Do you think it will look ok if I skip the bottom border and just hem the skirt up? I too hope to find a light-weight corduroy. Will be my first time using corduroy, what kind of needle do you use? Thank you!
Jamie says
I’m sure it will be great as you describe. I used a universal sewing needle. Probably a 90/14.
Kari Hansen says
I made two of these skirts yesterday for my two daughters, sizes 6 and 10. I made them for my older daughter’s upcoming birthday party, which has a “Wild at Heart Zoo” theme. So the skirts are kind of wild too (purple leopard print and tie-dye pattern border)! They turned out super cute and the girls love them! And I must admit I feel rather pleased with my efforts! I will post some photos once I have taken some either before or at the party.
The only thing I did differently was I sewed on the trim before I pulled the elastic and sewed the sides together. That way, the ends of the trim were tucked neatly into that side seam and this worked very well. Since I was using jumbo rickrack, I was concerned about it being bulky and untidy when I tried to turn over the end if I applied the trim after the skirt was finished.
The pattern was just what I was looking for! Thanks so much for the tutorial!
Jamie says
Glad the pattern worked for you!
Debbie says
Used this last night to make the cutest skirt for my girls, it was my first time using a basting stitch and gathering fabric but it turned out so darn cute! love it. Thank you for sharing.
SusanAnn Sheidy says
Okay I’ll play along where is the pattern?
Jamie says
It’s not a printable pattern, but a set of cutting numbers/instrutions. Is that what you are looking for? If so, at the bottom of the post/page 1, it says: “Ready to make one of these skirts for your little one? Head over to PAGE 2 for the cutting and sewing instructions.” So, follow the link to page 2 for the instructions.
Good luck,
Jamie
orgeron rose marie says
bonjour j aimerais faire cette petite jupe mais je n arrive pas à traduire les mesures en français pourriez vous m aider merci d avance à bientot
Jamie says
Je suis désolé, je ne sais pas comment faire ça!
Karen says
Love your tutorial. Such an easy pattern and instructions are the easiest to follow. Thank you
I don’t see anywhere to click zoo attach a photo.
Jamie says
Thank you! Most people share their photos on instagram or facebook via my page or by messenger.
Lexie says
This is darling & just what I need to make some pioneer skirts for my teenage daughters. However, they are both , basically a girls size 16. Any tips on how I should adjust the cut measurements?
Thank you!
Jamie says
This the skirt pattern I used for our little house on the prairie costume too: https://www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com/little-house-on-the-prairie-costume-bonnet-tutorial/. I have been meaning to increase the size as my daughter is creeping up into the larger sizes. I will work on the calculations this evening and try to update the measurement by the morning. (5/1/19)
Jamie says
done.