Sonja - Smart and Simple A-line Skirt
The Sonja skirt features a smart and simple A-line cut. The skirt is designed with darts and a waist facing to ensure a perfect fit. It has a concealed zipper on the side.
Pockets in 3 Styles: Ruffle, pointed, or round – choose the pocket style that best matches your desired look.
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1. What you need for the skirt.
What you need for the Sonja Skirt:
Finished length: 56 cm
- Woven fabric (140 cm wide):
- Size 34–40: 0.95 meters
- Size 42–52: 1.27 meters
- 1 concealed zipper (23 cm)
- 30 cm soft interfacing (H410)
- Lining (optional):
- Size 34–42: 0.45 meters
- Size 44–52: 0.90 meters
- 25 cm interfacing tape with reinforcement threads (3 cm wide)
Intro
2. Sewing pattern with seam allowance.
Seam allowance
Your pattern includes a 1 cm seam allowance.
Thread direction is important
The arrow on the pattern piece should always be parallel to the fabric edge to ensure the pattern piece is placed correctly on the fabric.
Notches / Markings
Remember to cut the small notches marked on the pattern pieces. The markings help ensure the individual pattern pieces align correctly when sewing them together.
Stitch length
I use a stitch length of 2.5 (9 stitches per 2 cm) to sew the jacket together.
For decorative stitching, a stitch length of 3 is recommended.
Choose the stitch length that best suits your fabric and machine.
Symbols in the Pattern
This pattern uses different symbols to clearly indicate which pieces should be cut from fabric, lining, and interfacing.
There is also a symbol that marks pattern pieces to be placed on the fold of the fabric, as well as notches that help align the pieces correctly.
Follow these symbols carefully for the best results.
Tips for adjusting the fit at the waist and hips.
3. Cutting layout
Cutting layout - Size 34 - 40
Front peice on fold 1x
Back piece on fold 1x
- Waistband front and back piece 1x
- Pocket 2x
- Ruffle 2x
Cutting layout - Size 42 - 54
Front peice on fold 1x
Back piece on fold 1x
Waistband front and back piece 1x
Pocket 2x
Ruffle 2x
Lining
- Front and back piece 2x
Interfacing
- Waistband front and back piece 1x
- Pocket 2x
4. How to sew the pockets
A. Pocket with ruffle.
B. How to sew the pointed pocket.
C. How to sew the round pocket.
5. Sew the pockets onto the front piece.
6. Sew the darts on the back piece.
Tips for adjustments
To ensure the correct waist and hip width, it can be helpful to baste the side seams together before sewing in the zipper. Try on the skirt and make any necessary adjustments to achieve the perfect fit.
7. How to sew a concealed zipper in the skirt.
8. Sew the side seams.
9. Sew the inner waistband
A. For a skirt without lining.
B. For a skirt with lining.
10. Hemming the skirt.