Skirt for a girl – half-sun, sun and sun-flared: cutting and sewing

Selecting the ideal skirt style for a girl can be enjoyable and fulfilling. The sun, sun-flared, and half-sun skirts are some of the more well-liked choices. Every one of these looks distinctive and can be a wonderful complement to any outfit.

The half-sun skirt is renowned for its understated elegance in its shape. It adds just the right amount of flare for both special occasions and daily wear. This pattern is simple to sew and works well with a variety of fabrics, from breezy cottons to more formal materials.

The sun skirt’s full, flowing design lends it a slightly more dramatic feel. It produces a timeless, feminine look that is ideal for summertime excursions or dressier occasions. There are a few extra steps involved in cutting and sewing a sun skirt, but the outcome is a gorgeous item that flows beautifully with every step.

The sun-flared skirt amplifies the sun skirt design for an even fuller effect. This look has a noticeable flare that gives it volume and a fun element. It’s a great option for parties or festive occasions and perfect for twirling. It takes more fabric and precise cutting, but the outcome is well worth the work.

Making the right decision for your project can be aided by knowing the distinctions between these skirt styles, whether you’re sewing for a special occasion or daily wear. Let us explore the intricacies of cutting and stitching every style to produce lovely skirts that your child will adore.

Sun skirt

Sun skirts have been among the most popular women’s outfits for a long time, consistently holding one of the top spots. And not in vain, as there are a ton of benefits!

First of all, sewing one of these products is very easy—no harder than sewing a standard straight skirt.

Second, this skirt model is regarded as universal; the length of the item is the only adjustment needed to fit a very small child, a young girl, and an older woman. The skirt will accentuate the wearer’s grace and femininity or lend her appearance a hint of coquetry.

Thirdly, this style of skirt complements practically every outfit; with the right additions, it looks good with high boots, sneakers, T-shirts, and blouses.

Additionally, a skirt like this not only visually reduces the size of the waist but also covers up any minor hip flaws.

As you can see, every woman’s closet needs to include a skirt! If you do not currently possess such a universal item, we advise you to begin the process of making one immediately;)

Selection of fabric

You should select the appropriate fabric from which we will cut the skirt later, before you begin creating a pattern and sewing one. Consider carefully what your dream half-sun skirt would look like.

It can be made with thicker fabric for the fall or winter, or it can be made with light fabric with a small or large pattern. Here, it’s critical to realize that different fabrics will make the same skirt model appear differently.

The length of the product is also crucial: a girl should have a short, flirtatious half-sun skirt, and a woman should have an elegant skirt that ends just below the knee. Additionally, full-length skirts are still very in!

Experiment with textile patterns. Little polka dots, for instance, are fashionable and vibrant, and a tiny floral print can lend a romantic touch to a springtime ensemble. Try making a skirt out of thick woolen fabric and multiple layers of thin fabric; you’ll have two daily essentials!

After choosing an appropriate fabric, we get it ready for cutting by giving it a thorough wash while monitoring the temperature, drying it, and steam-ironing it. Ignoring this step increases the likelihood that the fabric will shrink even during the sewing process (we will iron any bends).

How to sew a half-sun skirt with your own hands

Although the half-sun skirt pattern is one of the most popular, making it requires careful measurement, math, and labor to ensure that every line is drawn correctly.

How would one go about creating a half-sun skirt? First, determine the following dimensions:

  • half-waist circumference;
  • half-hip circumference;
  • desired length of the product.

The half-girth of the hips should be measured to determine the radius if the children’s sun skirt will be attached to an elastic band; otherwise, use the value of the measurement of the half-girth of the waist if you intend to sew a skirt with a belt. For computations, the coefficient is 0.64. The following formula is used to perform the calculation: For a skirt with an elastic band, R = 0.64 (half-girth of the hips + one centimeter) and R = 0.64 (half-girth of the waist + one centimeter).

We draw the bottom line of the pattern of the half-sun skirt for a girl

We measure the desired length of the skirt and place the H1 and H marks based on the T1 and T marks (waist line radius marks). Draw a hem line from mark O using a measuring tape.

We then have to fix both lines. Make them less convex to achieve this. Mark T3 is located two centimeters up from mark T2. Sketch a new waist size.

Draw a new hem line that crosses mark H3 and rises the line from mark H2 by three centimeters.

One can cut a children’s skirt straight off the fabric. The primary requirement in this case is that the fabric be correctly arranged, taking the grain line into consideration.

Pattern of a half-sun skirt

A girl’s half-sun skirt finished pattern looks like this:

Important!

The grain line should not (!) run along the center of the product (segment T3-H3 in the drawing) if you intend to sew a skirt with billowy folds in the front and back—we think this is the most gorgeous version of this skirt. The grain line, or edge, of the fabric should be positioned vertically to the pattern, running parallel to O-H1.

You have two options for sewing the skirt: either fold the fabric and sew it into a skirt, or sew it with just one side seam.

Seam allowances must be taken into consideration when cutting the skirt. It is advised that you hang it up after using a sewing machine to sew a straight line around the waist to hold the bias threads in place. After three days, leave the skirt in this position. During this time, the bias threads will stretch downward, giving the fabric a tiny stretch that needs to be cut off. If you overlook this, the skirt’s hem may become uneven both while it’s on and after washing.

Stitch the sides of the skirt. The seam allowances should then be processed as usual (either with an overlock or a zigzag stitch). After that, the processed allowances must be ironed, and the belt must be sewn on. Given that the shared thread during the cutting process will run the entire length of the belt in this instance, the belt will be shared.

How to cut out a belt

We must first determine how long the belt must be. To accomplish this, measure the circumference of the waist in centimeters, then add two more for allowances and three more for the fastener. Add two centimeters for allowances to the desired part width of three centimeters, or six centimeters with a fold at the top, making the part’s width eight centimeters.

Using an adhesive lining, cut out a strip of fabric paying attention to the direction of the grain line. Next, stitch a belt onto the skirt, aligning its right side with the right side of the waist, and tuck a hidden zipper into the side seam.

How to sew a half-sun skirt with an elastic band with your own hands

Naturally, it is much simpler to sew an elastic band half-sun skirt than it is to sew a belt made of regular fabric. First off, there’s no need to cut out an extra piece, and secondly, there’s no need to sew on a hidden zipper. However, keep in mind that you should take the half-girth along the hips to determine the waist radius on the fabric (we already discussed this at the beginning of our lesson). This is done to ensure a comfortable fit for the skirt.

Thus, we use an elastic tape to measure the waist circumference directly. We pull the tape a little, being careful not to squeeze it too much, and then we cut off the necessary amount, accounting for seam allowances. The elastic band is stitched to the skirt by sewing it into a ring. Press seam allowances onto the skirt and use an overlocker or zigzag stitch on your sewing machine to finish.

In order to conceal the raw allowance, the bottom section of the skirt is seamed into a hem or double hem. When cutting, remember to add a few centimeters to the allowance along the bottom (three to four centimeters will do).

The half-sun, sun, and sun-flared skirts are three popular skirt styles for girls, and in this article we’ll learn how to cut and sew them. Every design has a distinct flow and appearance, making it ideal for a range of events and tastes. We’ll walk you through easy steps and practical advice so you can sew these skirts with confidence and enjoyment. Regardless of your level of experience, following this guide will make the process simple and pleasurable.

How to sew a children"s half-sun skirt without measurements

Standard measurements

In order to generate a skirt pattern without measurements, we suggest taking into account typical children’s sizes. Therefore, three radii will be needed to create the pattern:

  • R1 (along the waist line);
  • R2 (along the bottom of the upper skirt);
  • R3 (along the line of the lower skirt).

Standard measurements for R1

The 122nd page, which is 18.3 cm;

The 128th page, 18.7 cm;

19.2 centimeters at the 134th page;

19.7 centimeters at the 140th page;

146th page: 20.3, or 20.3 cm.

Standard measurements for R2

The 122nd page, measuring 53.5 cm;

The 128th page, measuring 56.5 cm;

60 centimeters is the 134th page;

63.5 centimeters is the 140th page;

66.5 centimeters is the 146th page.

Standard measurements for R3

36 centimeters on page 122;

Pp. 128: 38 centimeters;

40 centimeters is the 134th page;

42 centimeters on the 140th page;

44 centimeters is the 146th page.

Sewing

We sew the skirt in the same manner as if we were taking individual measurements, based on the calculations above. You can add decorative pleats at the waist if you’d like; however, in this instance, the size of the pleats should make the skirt wider in the waist area.

For instance, if you want to make two counterfolds on the front and two on the back, you will need to lay TWO counterfolds on the diagram because you will only be cutting one half of the skirt and then cutting it out of fabric that has a fold in two layers. Additionally, you must determine the depth of the folds that you want, which is six centimeters (3 + 3), meaning that your waist circumference needs to be increased by 12 centimeters. Draw a new line for the skirt’s side seams after distributing this value six centimeters on the right and left sides of the pattern along the waist line.

Let’s talk about the interior design. A baby skirt can have frill, satin ribbon, or neat lace sewn along the bottom edge. Additionally, you can experiment with the fabric. For instance, you could use mesh or chiffon for the upper skirt and thick fabric (or even a different color) for the lower one. Stitch butterflies or flowers along the skirt’s bottom; embellish with beads and sequins. If not in children’s clothes, then where else can we permit such a whimsy? 128521;

How to sew a flared circle skirt

The circle skirt previously mentioned and the flared circle skirt are nearly identical. The sole distinction is that multiple wedges—typically four—must be cut out and sewn together. As a result, we must trace the previously created pattern on the fabric, fold it in half, and add seam allowances. You can also gather the skirt at the waist if you’d like it to be more voluminous!

How to sew a sun skirt for a girl and what to wear it with

Your daughter or granddaughter most likely has an extensive wardrobe that includes a wide range of items, including dresses, skirts, blouses, shorts, and more. And it makes perfect sense—girls are still style icons even when they are just preschoolers! A sun skirt is one item that every girl from childhood should have in her closet.

The original fitted model fits girls, young women, and women of all ages and is comfortable to wear. The tiniest beauties adore it because, although appearing extremely sophisticated, it does not impede mobility and does not steam in the summer heat.

We will go over exactly how to sew a sun skirt for a girl and what to pair it with in this master class.

Features of a sun skirt

The style of a sun skirt is quite intriguing. You will likely notice the distinctive features of this specific model’s cut if you draw a pattern—on fabric or tracing paper, for that matter. Unfolding the product will cause the skirt to assume a circular shape.

There are three ways to sew a sun skirt:

  • by cutting a circle from a single piece of fabric – in this case we will get a classic sun skirt without seams;
  • by cutting out two semicircles – such a skirt will have two side seams and it is called a “half-sun skirt” (we talked about how to cut and sew such a product a little earlier in this lesson);
  • by cutting out several wedges (usually four) – such a skirt is called a flared sun.

For a girl between the ages of three and ten, an elastic band sun skirt is a great option because it can be taken off and put on on her own. For older girls, a sun skirt with a belt or yoke is appropriate.

Children"s sun skirt for different ages

Even the youngest young ladies wear skirts with flares; many of them fall deeply in love with them and keep them for years!

Solno-Solneta for the age of 4-5 years

Young children in preschool are the biggest admirers of these kinds of skirts. A sun-themed multi-layer skirt made of tulle, polka-dot satin, and naturally breathing fabrics will look stunning. The majority of the time, moms and grandmothers sew skirts for their pets out of elastic since they are easy to sew, comfy, and aid in the transition of young children into kindergarten. Additionally, because these models do not restrict movement, they are appropriate for dancing and active games.

Solno-Solneta for the age of 6-7 years

As school breaks begin, parents are considering purchasing school uniforms more and more, as they have become mandatory in all types of schools in the past few years. School rules usually let you experiment with your wardrobe, as long as you stick to a single color palette and insignia. A skirt with a color similar to siblon soot will develop into a lovely piece of apparel that can slightly loosen up a rigid school uniform.

Solno-Solnets for the age of 8-10 years

Students in elementary school are already more concerned with clothing’s beauty and appearance than its practicality. Here, artisans are aided by a skirt-sun! The range of models available for the same pattern allows you to sew models that are magnificent, voluminous, flowing, or slightly flared. They can have folds or not, a high or low landing, and a mini, midi, or maxi length.

Sing-sunny for girls-teenage

Fashion trends captivate girls in their later years. It doesn’t matter if their idols are tennis players, singers, or extremely elderly Hollywood stars—thineeers want to emulate them in everything. Children can choose clothes according to their preferences and are already fairly independent at this age. Naturally, it’s not always the best choice, but you just have to stick with it for now. If you wish to sew a skirt for your granddaughter or daughter, decide on the product’s fabric and style together. You can browse through fashion magazines or go shopping to determine the best style;)

What can you combine a sun skirt with

Sundress It looks fantastic with many items from a child’s wardrobe. A child can wear it to school with a shirt, turtleneck, or blouse and cover it with a short jacket or vest.

Such a skirt looks great with a lightweight sweater or pullover in the winter, and colored tights or leg warmers can always finish the look. Ankle or boot boots look fantastic with a winter sun skirt!

Skirts look great with T-shirts, tank tops, flowy tops, and more in the summertime. And just put on a short jacket if the weather cools off. You can wear the skirt with sneakers, ballet flats, sandals, or even sandals without any trouble!

How to sew a sun skirt

Pattern

The process of sewing any product starts with the creation of the pattern. We will need to measure two things in order to create a pattern: the product length and the waist circumference. Since the shape of this skirt allows even curvaceous girls to wear it without altering the drawing, the hip circumference is irrelevant. The product’s length is completely customizable; it can be mini, which is a palm above the knee, midi, which is from just below the knee to the middle of the calf, or maxi, which is to the floor.

Once the length has been determined, we build the pattern. You must draw two circles in order to do this. The inner circle’s length should be two to three centimeters longer than the waist circumference. We determine the radius using the resultant number. This can be accomplished by multiplying the resultant length by π and dividing it by two (3.14).

It is no longer difficult to calculate the radius of the outer circle, which is equal to the chosen length of the skirt plus one to two centimeters (seam allowances for processing the product’s lower edge). Verify every computation once more and create a design (either directly on the fabric or on tracing paper).

Sewing a sun skirt

One piece of cloth is used to cut out a circle skirt. We suggest folding the piece four times (once horizontally and once vertically) for a more convenient way to transfer the pattern to the fabric. Then, measure the inner circle’s radius from the central corner using a tailor’s yardstick. Make circles on the fabric by moving the meter in a circle. Next, take the same measurements and mark the skirt’s lower edge. We advise pinning the edges of the fabric folded in four so that it doesn’t unfold while you’re drawing lines.

We take a single piece that we cut out and attach it to an elastic band (we’ll explain this process below). We then go on to processing the lower edge.

Usually, a hem is used to finish the hem, but since our skirt is shaped like a circle, tucking the bottom won’t be as simple. For this reason, we suggest that novice sewers stitch a decorative tape along the lower edge.

How to sew on an elastic band

There are only two fit options available for sun skirts: an elastic band (medium width) or a yoke (high waistband).

A narrow elastic band will soon lose its elasticity, so make sure the elastic band is at least two to three centimeters wide. Additionally, make sure the belt does not press against the baby and securely fastens the skirt at the waist.

The ideal elastic band length can be calculated by deducting four to five centimeters from the waist measurement.

Therefore, we must first bend the skirt’s edge inward by the elastic band’s width. The edge needs to be hemmed next, making sure to leave a gap of one to one and a half centimeters to allow for the elastic band to be skipped. We stitch the hole and sew the edges of the formed belt after passing the elastic band through it.

Another method exists for sewing the elastic band in. First, assemble the elastic tape into a ring and stitch the edges together. Next, align the tape with the top edge of the skirt, pin it in four locations, and then, with a small tug, use a decorative stitch to stitch the tape to the fabric.

That’s it—the baby’s circle skirt with an elastic band is ready!

This is also the method used to sew a girl’s tulle circle skirt. The pattern must be made precisely the same, but multiple layers must be cut out and sewn together to form the belt. To keep the "airy" silhouette from being weighed down, the bottom cut of the tulle skirt only needs to be trimmed to give it a polished appearance.

Skirt Type Description
Half-Sun Skirt A skirt with a slight flare, ideal for casual wear. It offers a gentle, flowing look without too much volume.
Sun Skirt Features a fuller, more dramatic flare. This skirt is great for creating a playful, feminine silhouette with more movement.
Sun-Flared Skirt An even fuller version of the sun skirt, with maximum flare. Perfect for a more extravagant look and lots of twirl factor.

Whether it’s a half-sun, sun, or sun-flared style, making a skirt for a girl can be a fun and satisfying sewing project. Because each style of skirt has a distinct appearance and texture, it’s simple to customize to fit individual preferences and styles. You can confidently bring these lovely designs to life by grasping the fundamental cutting and sewing techniques.

The timeless, refined silhouette of the half-sun skirt makes it ideal for both semi-formal and formal settings. The sun-flared skirt adds even more volume for a dramatic effect, while the sun skirt’s fuller shape is perfect for a playful, flirtatious look. Every style has a certain allure and can be modified to fit various materials and situations.

Measure your body accurately and choose the appropriate fabric before beginning to sew these skirts. This will guarantee a snug fit and pleasant wear. You can make skirts that not only look amazing but also make the kids wearing them happy and comfortable with the right methods and a little perseverance.

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