Clementine Skirt Paper Pattern by Merchant and Mills

$28.00

By Merchant and Mills

Slim fitting jeans skirt with a back split and shaped waist band. This is a pattern that we would advise making a toile/muslin sample for first, firstly to adjust the fit if needed but secondly to familiarize with the pattern instructions. We have not used a traditional flatfell jeans seam, we have chosen instead to topstitch the seam, which is easier to achieve on a domestic machine.

We have found that a heavy duty thread rather than a topstitch thread gives a more authentic look to the topstitching and is easier to use. You may find that you get a better stitch using a matching standard 'sew all' thread in the bobbin.

Skill Level: Advanced | Size(s): 6-18 | Pattern: Paper

By Merchant and Mills

Slim fitting jeans skirt with a back split and shaped waist band. This is a pattern that we would advise making a toile/muslin sample for first, firstly to adjust the fit if needed but secondly to familiarize with the pattern instructions. We have not used a traditional flatfell jeans seam, we have chosen instead to topstitch the seam, which is easier to achieve on a domestic machine.

We have found that a heavy duty thread rather than a topstitch thread gives a more authentic look to the topstitching and is easier to use. You may find that you get a better stitch using a matching standard 'sew all' thread in the bobbin.

Skill Level: Advanced | Size(s): 6-18 | Pattern: Paper

  • Trims & Notions:

    Matching thread.

    Metal jeans zip - 7".

    Jeans needle.

    Large eye sewing needle.

    Plain cotton fabric for pocket bags.

    Heavy duty contrast thread/top stitching thread.

    Matching standard contrast thread (to use in the bobbin).

    Button  - 1 x approx 18MM.

    Fabric requirements:

    Size dependant. Please view the Size Chart Here

Manufacturer: Merchant and Mills

  • This pattern is intended to be made with 8-12.5oz denim or upto 14oz if you’re working with a heavy duty or industrial sewing machine.

    Working with Denim:

    We recommend pre-washing your denim before sewing. Putting a large piece of medium-heavy weight denim into the washing machine can sometimes lead to white creases in the denim, this is because it is a stiff fabric so it doesn’t have room to move around. We recommend doing the following to help this not to happen:

    • Wash your denim on its own for the first wash. You don't need to use detergent if you don't want to.

    • Wet the fabric first before putting it into the drum.

    • If you can break up your denim fabric into half this will help. Or if you have your pattern already you may be able to break it into smaller parts by looking at the lay plan - leave some wiggle room!

    • For the first wash use a delicate 30 degree cycle with a low spin.

    • If any white creases develop ironing whilst still damp will help.

    • Do not tumble dry.

    When you have made the skirt we would recommend washing it inside out.