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How to Sew a Custom DIY Skirt

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    1. Introduction to Sewing Basics
    A lesson with Mimi G Style
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    Open up a world of creative possibilities with sewing! Mimi G teaches you how to use the tools of the trade, as well as how to read and interpret a pattern.

    Introduction to Sewing Basics
    with Mimi G Style

    Open up a world of creative possibilities with sewing! Mimi G teaches you how to use the tools of the trade, as well as how to read and interpret a pattern.

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    2. Understanding Pattern Instructions
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    How do you take those lines and arrows and make them into a homemade outfit? Learn how to select, read, and understand clothing pattern instructions and tissue.

    Understanding Pattern Instructions
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    How do you take those lines and arrows and make them into a homemade outfit? Learn how to select, read, and understand clothing pattern instructions and tissue.

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    3. Using a Pattern to Cut out Fabric
    A lesson with Mimi G Style
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    Do you want to sew your own designer fashion, but find the pattern too confusing? Learn about cutting, interfacing, and lining when sewing from a pattern.

    Using a Pattern to Cut out Fabric
    with Mimi G Style

    Do you want to sew your own designer fashion, but find the pattern too confusing? Learn about cutting, interfacing, and lining when sewing from a pattern.

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    4. Assembling Your Skirt
    A lesson with Mimi G Style
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    Sew your own skirt, and along the way learn key concepts for sewing from any commercial pattern (such as avoiding bunching or stretching fabric as you stitch).

    Assembling Your Skirt
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    Sew your own skirt, and along the way learn key concepts for sewing from any commercial pattern (such as avoiding bunching or stretching fabric as you stitch).

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    5. Adding a Zipper to Your Skirt
    A lesson with Mimi G Style
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    You've assembled the pieces of a skirt pattern, now it's time to add a zipper! See how to sew an invisible zipper, then check the fit and make size adjustments.

    Adding a Zipper to Your Skirt
    with Mimi G Style

    You've assembled the pieces of a skirt pattern, now it's time to add a zipper! See how to sew an invisible zipper, then check the fit and make size adjustments.

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    Diane P
    How do you tell the right side of the fabric
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    Christine P
    Awesome, I feel so confident now and have a better understanding of working with patterns, thank you
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    Joan S
    Omg!! Amazing! I haven't sewn anything since 7th grade... I'm 56 now. Thanks a bunch!!!!
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    Deborah p
    This was very helpful.Learned alot.
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    Angela F
    Thank you so much for this lesson. You make sewing sound and look so easy. It's because of you I'm so passionate about sewing my own clothing. Wish me luck!
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