The Zamora Skirt is petticoat skirt with varying widths of tucks throughout its two tiered design. Inspired by vintage skirts, it modernized with an elastic waistband for comfort. This pattern is full of details, but is actually very beginner friendly! We have created a paperless guide if you want to avoid taping together endless sheets of paper, and a step by step video tutorial to make sewing each tuck a breeze.
Details
detailed, illustrated instructions
paperless/printless option
PDF printable pattern downloadable in A0 (copyshop), A4 & US letter (print at home) options
The Little Zamora Skirt pattern is designed with beginners in mind. It is considered an advanced beginner sewing pattern due to the fabric tucks and including the use of elastic. However, with the detailed instruction booklet and youtube sewalong video even a beginner can complete this pattern.
Fabric Recommendations
Light to mid-weight fabrics are recommended for this pattern. Choose a nice crisp cotton Poplin or linen for a more structured look, or a tencel for a flowy drapey feel. On this pattern in particular, you may need to cut out pattern pieces on the cross grain in order to get the appropriate width. Please consider this when selecting fabric with a directional print.
Notions
Marking Pen/chalk (heat resistant is preferred so you can iron throughout, but is optional) & Quilting ruler (optional)
Elastic 1.25-1.5”/3-3.5 cm wide elastic (see yardage guide for length)
Thread
Model Notes
The Models are both 5'6" (1.67m) and wearing a size B
Blue Chambrey: Thrifted yard dyed cotton with colorful flecks