Creating a flounce skirt involves a series of steps that transform a basic skirt pattern into one with a stylish, flowing flounce. Here's how to do it:
Steps to Create a Flounce on a Skirt
Based on the information available, here's a breakdown of the process:
- Mark Seams: Begin by marking the seam lines on your skirt pattern pieces. This provides the foundation for your adjustments.
- Establish Design Line: Decide where you want your flounce to begin on the skirt. Mark this design line clearly on your pattern.
- Overlap Pattern Pieces: Overlap the skirt pattern pieces along the design line to prepare for the cut.
- Cut Design Line: Carefully cut along the design line, separating the skirt from where the flounce will be.
- Reduce Hem Allowance: Reduce the hem allowance on the flounce edge. This might be necessary to achieve the desired drape.
- Slash Flounce Pieces: Mark lines and slash the flounce pattern pieces to create the desired flare and volume. The number and spacing of these slashes will determine the fullness of your flounce.
- The more slashes, the more volume you will have.
- The width between your slashes determines your ruffle density.
- Add Seam Allowance: Add the necessary seam allowance to the edges of your newly created flounce pieces.
Sewing the Flounce
Once your flounce pattern pieces are prepped, proceed to sew them onto the skirt body:
- Attach the Flounce: Sew the flounce pieces to the skirt body, ensuring your seams match up.
- Hem the Flounce: Finish the hem of the flounce.
- Finish Skirt: Complete the skirt construction according to your original pattern instructions.
Key Considerations for Flounce Skirts
- Fabric Choice: Select fabrics that drape well to enhance the flow of the flounce.
- Flounce Length: Adjust the flounce length to suit your style and the overall design of the skirt.
- Volume Control: Control the volume of the flounce by adjusting the number of slashes and the amount of flare added to the pattern.
By following these steps, you can transform a basic skirt pattern into a stylish flounce skirt with added flair and movement.
