This is a free sewing pattern and tutorial for a short petticoat (pannier) with an 11.8 inch (30 cm) length, an essential item for creating volume in cosplay costumes and special occasion dresses.
The pattern is a simple rectangle, but having it prepared makes cutting and sewing much easier, especially for beginners.
The instructions are based on using 15-denier soft tulle, but you can substitute with other fabrics. For extra volume, increase the number of ruffles or use 30-denier or 50-denier tulle.
While hard tulle creates more volume, it can also cause stiffness and show through the outer skirt, so choose materials according to your needs.
After printing, align the pages along the guide lines, cut along the edges, and the pattern is ready to use. All patterns include seam allowances (S/A) so you can start sewing immediately.
This short petticoat pattern is perfect for cosplay outfits, stage costumes, vintage-inspired dresses, or any design that needs extra skirt volume.
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(1) Sew the sides of the "Base Body" into a loop.
(2) Iron the "Belt" into shape, then loop it and sew it to the "Base Body".
* Leave the hole for the elastic without sewing.
(3) Sew the sides of the "gathered frills" 1st level to 4th level together to form a loop.
* Serge/overlock is not necessary for tulle fabric, but if you need to serge/overlock for broadcloth or other fabrics, you may need to do so.
If you have a lock sewing machine, finish by rolled hemming.
(4) "gathered frills" 1st level to 4th level, gather on one side.
(5) Sew "gathered frills" from the 1st level to the "Base Body" in the reverse direction.
* For thicker fabrics, do not sew backwards. In that case, sew from "gathered frills" 4th level to 4th level in reverse order.
(6) Insert elastic into the "Belt".
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