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Learn to Sew a Denim Skirt

Create the perfect denim skirt in this comprehensive online sewing class featuring the Brookes Skirt pattern. This course teaches you essential techniques for working with stretch denim, including button plackets, jean-style pockets, and professional topstitching. You'll master skills like installing belt loops, creating a faced waistband, and achieving the perfect fit. Perfect for intermediate sewists ready to tackle a classic wardrobe staple. Learn to construct a midi-length skirt that combines style with practical features like split hems and scoop pockets.

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Prepare to Sew

This lesson covers all the basic things you need to know to get started with this sewalong. If you’re a beginner, this will be really helpful to watch!

If you feel like you already know how to get your pattern and fabric ready for sewing, go ahead and skip to the next lesson and you’ll learn to do some helpful fitting adjustments for the Brookes skirt.

You’re going to learn how to:


  • Select a pattern and reference its skill level

  • Select a size

  • Prepare patterns and fabric

  • Cut and mark fabric

Click the timestamps to skip to these sections:


  • Selecting a Pattern (Skill Levels) (00:23)

  • How to Select a Size (00:43)

  • How to Download and Print Your Pattern (02:19)

  • How to Assemble Your Print-At-Home PDF Pattern (04:16)

  • Preparing Your Pattern and Fabric (06:05)

  • Cutting and Marking (06:59)

Learn to Sew a Denim Skirt

Here’s what you’ll need for this project:


  • Brookes pattern

  • All-purpose polyester thread

  • Topstitching thread

  • Sewing machine needle for stretch wovens

  • Seven 5/8” snaps or tack buttons (MAIN ONLY)

  • Coil zipper (BONUS ONLY)

  • 1 yard of lightweight fusible knit interfacing

  • 1/2 yard light weight woven fabric

  • Point turner

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