How to Make a Midi Skirt / Facing My Fashion Fears! (No Pattern)

Thank you so much for checking out my video! I wanted to try and face one of my fashion fears and make my first midi skirt, so I made it into a tutorial so you guys can make one too! This skirt is overall pretty simple to make but I did use an invisible zipper so it's not intended for beginners. I am more active on Instagram so you can follow me there if you want to see more of my creations, and if you give this skirt a try you can tag me on Instagram because I would love to see it!!
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[@Ginger_Hoe9542]

whoever thumbs downed this video is a sociopath because u have a beautiful personality and such an amazing talent for sewing. All I can say is I'm a huge fan.

[@elliezk920]

I made this skirt amd tgis was my first time making something with sewing machine and the result was just perfect thank you for videooo ❤❤❤

[@PaperStxrs]

Yay I’m so glad it turned out well!😁💛✨

[@ihaveabbs783]

love the end skirt, im definitely going to make one for myself! this vid was super helpful :)

[@PaperStxrs]

Yayyyy! Thank you, I’m so glad!!

[@halima.9225]

girl your editing skills are IMMACULATE 💞💝💕💓💘💗

[@anshutirkey7]

GIRL YOU ARE SOOO BEAUTIFUL AND THANK YOU FOR THE AMAZING TUTORIAL

[@PaperStxrs]

Ahhh thank youuuu💛✨

[@MagicaleB6]

This tutorial was so helpful thank you so much ! And like... can we also take a moment to acknowledge this INCREDIBLE masterpiece behind you ? T_T I'm beyond amazed, the talent !

[@PaperStxrs]

Aww thank you so much!!☺️ I’m so glad this video was helpful!!✨

[@lt6774]

I love your skirt so much; it’s so cute!

[@bowerbirdstyle7661]

Such beautiful fabric! Skirt is lovely - great work on the zip and waistband.

[@PaperStxrs]

Thanks so much!!☺️✨

[@moniquerich5743]

WOW! You are incredibly talent!!! Looks beautiful! I was searching for midi dress videos and found you. Following you on IG too :)

[@yodele]

maybe its because i'm on baby level when it comes to sewing but this is the most complicated easy thing I've seen... I've so much to teach myself and this is definitely not for my handsewing level. Thank you for this beautiful video. ❤😘

[@PaperStxrs]

Maybe not with hand sewing, but I hope you give the skirt a shot!✨

[@yodele]

@@PaperStxrs I DID IT!!!! I HAND SEW THIS SKIRT WITH SATIN. I made a lot of errors as it was my first time seeing a skirt and I hand sew it BUT! I faced my fears as well and it came out beautifully. ❣️

[@PaperStxrs]

OMG THATS SO EXCITING!!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I’m so glad it turned out well!! That’s an impressive amount of hand sewing!😄✨

[@yodele]

@@PaperStxrs thank you!!! funny enough the "stitch in the ditch" part was the easiest thing. I kept rewatching parts of your video every 10 minutes and it took me 4 days! I'm happy you replied... thank you 🤗♥️

[@minahagans9604]

It looks beautiful 🤩, I’m inspired and have absolutely no sewing skills wish me luck 😅

[@PaperStxrs]

Good luck!!!🤞🏻✨

[@kandice6120]

how'd it go?

[@ciangmuan9604]

I must say this You are freaking "AMAZINGGGG !" I kinda feel like you are really patient and also very detailed. Love it.

[@PaperStxrs]

Ahhh thank you so much! That’s so kind!✨

[@AngelCaz7]

ooooo thank u for this, it was rly helpful. i'm trying to make a skirt i've had stuck in my head for months. i'm not good at sewing, but i am practicing and this gives me hope for when i'm ready to make my dream skirt lol

[@PaperStxrs]

Yayyy! I’m so glad it was helpful! I wish you luck on your sewing journey and hope you can make your dream skirt come to life!💛✨

[@reesespieces5560]

So underrated! Keep up the good work I’m so in love😍

[@PaperStxrs]

Reeses Pieces aww thank you so much!! I really appreciate it!!✨💛✨

[@happilyhannah]

Do you have any tips to adjust the size of the skirt? I really want to make it but i’m new to sewing and not very good at adjusting things. ❤️

[@PaperStxrs]

Hi there! I would suggest to adjust the skirt you measure your waist, divide it by 2, add an inch of seam allowance, and that’s how big the top of your skirt should be. It’s also always better to make it too big and to take it in on yourself later than to not have enough fabric to work with! Then from the waist you can draw a diagonal line down to the bottom of the skirt (the bottom of the skirt should be bigger than the top, and you can really make it as big as you want). It’s important to make sure that your skirt is symmetrical, so you can fold it in half to make sure it’s the same on both sides. From there you should be able to follow the tutorial like normal! I really hope this helps, and if you have any more questions please feel free to ask!😊

[@happilyhannah]

PaperStxrs thank you so much! it worked and the skirt fits great!

[@PaperStxrs]

Hannah Smithson yayy! I’m so glad it worked out well! If you would want to send a picture to my Instagram I would love to see how it turned out!☺️

[@wd1793]

oh my god, you are such a genius!

[@maryamx9165]

woah this is exactly what i want but i have no idea how to sew-

[@PaperStxrs]

Sewing may be a little intimidating, but it’s really not very hard! It just takes patience and trial and error😁

[@georgifb8384]

@@PaperStxrs this is correct!! I thought it was scaring and stressful, but when I got my sewing machine and started, it was really stress relieving and calming. And you will get the hang of it’

[@danijelaaa4033]

This is just what i needed, thank youu 👏✨

[@PaperStxrs]

Yay! I’m so glad I was able to help!☺️💛✨

[@jayxielayne9806]

Wow I really loved how it turned out and I wanna try them also 😍 I would like to ask what kind of fabric you using?😊 Thanks.

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you so much!💛 you should definitely give it a try! I used a lightweight rayon fabric!✨

[@reneeaheibam5640]

Hey, I'm your fan , like u made it look so easy 🙇🏻‍♀️🌺, can I also used cotton fabric instead of Rayon 👀

[@jessicaly9245]

this was made so beautfiully!! the design is just beautiful and you're so underrated :) ill def be trying this. also, i was wondering wha6t ur waist measurment is so i can alter my skirt if needed

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you so much!💛 my waist is 25” and to alter it for your own waist you want to take your measurement, divide it by two, and add an inch of seam allowance, and that’s how wide the top of your skirt should be! I hope this helps!

[@karin0963]

You did a great job. I am new to your channel. Glad your chickens are ok. We have them too. You're adorable. I'm a grandma! 😊

[@windyroses2425]

FASHION QUEEN ✨👑

[@Elle-py8pf]

This is so cute! What a great tutorial. What fabrics do you recommend we use for this skirt?

[@PaperStxrs]

I used a rayon, but anything lightweight with a nice drape would work well!✨

[@phoophoo3992]

I really like this ❤️ Thanks for your tutorial 🙆🏼‍♀️

[@PaperStxrs]

Yayy! I’m so glad!!😄✨

[@margot2218]

I love how this skirt looks and will try making this next! Is there a reason why you only make curves on the back panel?

[@kierashane9677]

hi! So I really want to make this skirt but I’m really confused where to measure and then where to put the little mark on there

[@elianepare]

It’s so cute 💕

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you so much!💛✨

[@altayranaimova4566]

I made this skirt today and it turned out so good! Thanks for the tutorial :)

[@imbetterthanyouhahaha5202]

Hii! I love this video!! Question! What length zipper did you use for the skirt?!?

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you so much! I think I used an 8” zipper for this project!✨

[@imbetterthanyouhahaha5202]

@@PaperStxrs thank you!!

[@somliengtiraphan3243]

When you cut the front pieces, is there a slight curve in the front? I'm fine with the sewing but I'm confused about the pattern of the front pieces.

[@margothingamp8888]

Hi! Thanks for this tutorial it’s amazing!! I was just wondering (i am a beginner), do you think i could do this same skirt (but as a maxi, and to make it a dress in the end) with a slightly see through fabric, if i add a lining skirt under? I am wondering how to deal with the lining + slit...?

[@PaperStxrs]

I think that could totally work! For the slit, you can sew both layers together if that is the look you want, or you can do them separately and just line them up when you put the lining underneath☺️

[@margothingamp8888]

@@PaperStxrs thanku 💕

[@1jessdabest]

@paperstxrs what are your body measurements? This would be super useful since I can alter the design to fit myself! Thanks 😊

[@anni7848]

So is the skirt kind of a cut apart ¼ circle skirt ?

[@NghiVu]

Love it, it looks so cute

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you!💛

[@im_an_oyster]

ok I used to work at joann's and that specific fabric I have such terrible memories of bc I was *constantly* having to reroll it onto the bolt bc it would always be slipping off. Idk why this fabric in particular it just DID NOT want to stay on that goddamn cardboard no matter how we tucked it or how many clips we used. I remember in one shift I had to reroll that fabric 13 times

[@alli3196]

beautiful,,, imma try this thnksss!

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you!💛 good luck!✨

[@jamylazhaneloremia9592]

Love how it turns out!💛 May I know how many yards did you consume, for reference? Thanks ahead!

[@phoebegayle4153]

I haven't made the skirt, but I'm a size 10-12 and I think I'd use around 1.5 metres, so about 1.6 yards. hope this helps!

[@blancaberfer2513]

hey. I'm really founding this video helpful, but since I'm a beginner in having quite a time figuring out the measurements haha. do you remember how many space you left in the back panel between the highest part and the lowest part in both curves at the top and at the bottom? (hope that makes sense)

[@ladonnawashington1643]

Great job! Thank you!

[@audreymatey9164]

This was really helpful thanks!

[@PaperStxrs]

Audrey Matey yay! I’m so glad!!😊

[@sagilotus]

hi what kinder of fabric you use really nice skirt

[@UK17Dadi]

It's beautiful 🦋❤

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you!💛✨

[@reshmi.chetry]

Loved it☺❤❤❤

[@PaperStxrs]

Thanks so much!💛💛

[@bestrelax6253]

💖

[@suharamalwattege2250]

This was a great video 😍 can I know what material you used for this?

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you so much!☺️ I used a lightweight rayon fabric. This design works best with a lightweight fabric that has a good drape to it!

[@suharamalwattege2250]

PaperStxrs are there any other fabrics that will work well with this style ?

[@PaperStxrs]

Suhara Malwattege any light to medium weight fabric with a good drape to it should work well with this pattern😁

[@emitismortazavi9607]

Could you also make a video on your more flared sketch?

[@PaperStxrs]

I’ll add it to my list!!😄

[@maryimhogiemhe4408]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@ranisyhr5233]

Do you know what fabric is that? 😊

[@reynacallist676]

what kind of the fabric..? it looks so comfortable thankyou

[@PaperStxrs]

I used a rayon fabric for this project, but anything with a good drape would work!✨

[@jly9420]

what kind of fabric are you using

[@asten1906]

TFW SPOOKED O_O

[@mooreafels1818]

I may have missed it, but what are the mathematical equations you got to figure out the pattern?

[@brookebailey2200]

What you NAILED it

[@teagandevine6101]

love it!! (and u, duh)

[@PaperStxrs]

Teagan Devine ahhh thank you!💛💛

[@aelinsardothien8926]

tbh , with a body lke yours, a potato bag would also look good

[@katelynnbissell3713]

what fabric did you use?

[@PaperStxrs]

Hi! I used a lightweight rayon fabric! I suggest using something pretty lightweight that has a good drape to it!☺️

[@tosanbegho4251]

Hi!! I’m new to sewing and your video is by the easiest method I’ve seen but I’m still confused. Is there anyway you can explain more about the measurements you used and how you cut with the measurements; like how many inches you added for the zip, how many inches you used for the joining of the side panels and all that. Thank you!!

[@tosanbegho4251]

Oh and how you made the curve at the top and bottom of the skirt.

[@PaperStxrs]

Haha I’ll do my best! For the seam allowance around the sides I use 1/2 an inch. This means that each panel has an extra inch of fabric. Same goes for the zipper! The curve around the top is to make the length even all around the skirt. It doesn’t have to be exact, but a slight curve will help the shape of the skirt when you wear it. If you are unsure of how this skirt will go, you can always make a tester skirt out of a cheap fabric before using nicer fabric. This will help with sizing and any adjustments you might want to make ☺️ I hope this helps a little!! Good luck!✨

[@tosanbegho4251]

Thank you!! This actually clears up the confusion. I can’t wait to finally try it out ✨✨

[@PaperStxrs]

Yayy! I’m so glad!!☺️✨

[@maliaday8455]

How could I make this pattern into an XL?

[@TaliMca231]

PLEEEASE redo this tutorial and include all the questions people ask

[@estherdavis9716]

Hi Hi Hi! I just had a question about this skirt! I see you made the video about 10 months ago, have you been wearing it much? How has it been in the wash? Did you use an over locker at all when stitching?

[@PaperStxrs]

Hi! Yes I’ve worn it quite a bit, and I just put it through the wash. I do serge all of my edges though, or use a zigzag stitch!☺️

[@estherdavis9716]

@@PaperStxrs thank you so much! That was so helpful!

[@idkk3764]

How much fabrica did you buy?

[@yeimiaguayo4631]

What kind of interfacing do you recommend?

[@PaperStxrs]

Hi there! I use a lightweight fusible interfacing that I get from Joann’s! It’s usually only a dollar or so per yard, so I just buy a lot of it to always have it on hand for projects! I hope that helps!😊

[@fabioferreiragomes]

Simplesmente.....Espetacular

[@smillaschar2733]

What type of fabric did you use? 😅

[@PaperStxrs]

I used a rayon fabric😄

[@aesthetic2085]

What if your sizeing does not fit me?

[@rileycrowe1013]

What does the 3/“ mean?

[@_nothilary_5140]

Can u please tell me where do i have to measure? I want to try but i have no idea where i am I supposed to measure and how

[@PaperStxrs]

Hi there! The measurements for this skirt are going to be your waist and your hip. For your reference, my waist is 25”, and my hip is 34”. You basically want to cut out your pattern pieces with a half inch seam allowance, so when you cut them out, add an extra inch to your size! I hope this helps!💛

[@_nothilary_5140]

PaperStxrs thank you so much!

[@vanishah3959]

Hey can I make that skirt with satin fabric?

[@PaperStxrs]

Of course!!✨

[@vanishah3959]

@@PaperStxrs thank you for replying ☺️

[@momosiroi]

hi! i really love your skirt! how did you come up with the measurementsof the side panels?? Thank you so much! xx

[@PaperStxrs]

Thank you!💛 for the measurements you want to think of making all your pieces fit you plus all the pieces having an extra half inch around the perimeter. Also when in doubt, always round up! I hope this helps!✨

[@momosiroi]

@@PaperStxrs Thank you so much! i will work on this diy project today ! so excited :D keep up the good work! im so in love (^O^)

[@Noodlelover69]

how tall are you if you don't mind me asking?

[@PaperStxrs]

I am 5'9"

[@camidimarco3079]

What’s the name of the fabric?

[@PaperStxrs]

I used a lightweight rayon fabric!✨

[@addieh5791]

Super irrelevant, but where did you get your bedding?😅

[@TNTeon]

First

[@reneeaheibam5640]

Hey, I'm your fan , like u made it look so easy 🙇🏻‍♀️🌺, can I also used cotton fabric instead of Rayon 👀

[@simplynatalie8160]

What kind of fabric did you use?

[@PaperStxrs]

I used a rayon fabric!✨