New Release: The Sparrow-Lark Skirt Pattern
Alt Text: Joseon Modern Designs. Sparrow Lark Skirt. Marian Sizes 0-16. Guinevere Sizes 14-32. Interchangeable Pattern Options with JMD's Plum Blossom Line. Moon Rabbit: Fantasy Cosplay. Butterfly: 1950s 1960s Vintage Inspired. Skill Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate. Illustrated Instructions + Layered Letter/A4, A0/Copy Shop, and Projector Files Included!
Pictures of sample skirt options and line drawings included.
The Sparrow-Lark skirt is finally ready for release! This skirt pattern is inspired by the sweeping, full vintage circle skirts of the 1950s-60s as well as by medieval-fantasy layered skirts. Depending on how the skirt is styled, it could perfect for a classic, vintage everyday look or for a renfaire!
Multiple skirt styles and lengths are included, along with a medieval style ring belt and skirt hikes. Skirt options include a choice of centered or lapped zipper, drawstring, or elastic waistband. For even more style options, the Sparrow-Lark skirt is interchangeable with other patterns in JMD’s Plum Blossom line!
The Sparrow-Lark Skirt Pattern can be purchased through JMD’s Etsy Store and will be 20% off through April 19.
Pattern Options Include:
-Full Circle Skirt: Short, Midi, and Full Lengths
-Full Circle Handkerchief Skirt: Mini, Short, and Midi Lengths
-Flared Peasant Skirt: Short, Midi, and Full Lengths
-Cascading Overskirt: Short, Midi, and Full Lengths
-Peasant or Princess Apron: Short, Knee-Length, and Midi Lengths PLUS Optional Borders
-Medieval Style Ring Belt
-Suspender or Ring Skirt Hikes: Short or Long Lengths
-(Optional) In-seam Pockets
-Options for a centered or lapped side or back zipper closure, drawstring waistband, or elastic waistband across all sizes. (Elastic is only recommended for light to mid-weight fabrics).
Several video tutorials are also now available for techniques included in the Sparrow-Lark Skirt!
Alt Text: Sparrow Lark Skirt Line Drawings, including the front and back Flared Peasant Skirt, Full Circle Handkerchief Skirt, Full Circle Skirt, and Cascading Overskirt. Short, Midi, and Full Lengths are included. The Peasant or Princess Apron line drawing has optional borders and has the option of Short, Knee, and Midi length. Long and Short Skirt Hikes can be made with suspender clips or rings, along with a medieval style ring belt. There's a note about cutting on the fold and colorblocking options.
Please feel free to contact me at: jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you need an accessible description of any of the photos.
The Sparrow-Lark Skirt went through a pattern test. Thank you to all of the pattern testers! Some of the pattern tester samples can be seen below:
Alt Text: Pattern Tester Samples including: 1) Light pink handkerchief skirt - Facebook: Forever Layne Creations and Cosplay. Instagram: @foreverlaynecreations 2) Floral Cascading Overskirt - Photo Credit: Megan Brian 3) Dark Pink Handkerchief Skirt and Medieval Style Belt - Instagram: @plaidpeachclothing 4) Flared Peasant Skirt 5) Green Peasant Skirt and Skirt Hike - Instagram: @plaidpeachclothing 6) Green Circle Skirt - Instagram: @Strawberrymilkshakestitches
Alt Text: The Sparrow-Lark Skirt
The Sparrow-Lark skirt is inspired by the sweeping, full vintage circle skirts of the 1950s-60s as well as by medieval-fantasy layered skirts. Depending on how the skirt is styled, it could perfect for a classic, vintage everyday look or for a renfaire!
Multiple skirt styles and lengths are included, along with a medieval style ring belt and skirt hikes. Skirt options include a choice of centered or lapped zipper, drawstring, or elastic waistband. For even more style options, the Sparrow-Lark skirt is interchangeable with other patterns in JMD’s Plum Blossom line!
Options include:
-Full Circle Skirt: Short, Midi, and Full Lengths
-Full Circle Handkerchief Skirt: Mini, Short, and Midi Lengths
-Flared Peasant Skirt: Short, Midi, and Full Lengths
-Cascading Overskirt: Short, Midi, and Full Lengths
-Peasant or Princess Apron: Short, Knee-Length, and Midi Lengths PLUS Optional Borders
-Medieval Style Ring Belt
-Suspender or Ring Skirt Hikes: Short or Long Lengths
-(Optional) In-seam Pockets
-Options for a centered or lapped side or back zipper closure, drawstring waistband, or elastic waistband
across all sizes. (Elastic is only recommended for light to mid-weight fabrics).
Back Views (Pictures of Samples)
A Few of the Vintage Inspiration Pieces:
Late 1940s/Early 1950s Apron (Part of a matching dress set)
1950s/60s Woven Plaid Circle Skirt
1950s/60s Felt Circle Skirt
Fabrics and Notions:
Alt Text: Fabric Recommendations
All Skirt, Overskirt, and Apron Views: light or medium-weight woven fabrics, including cottons and cotton blends, quilting cottons, linen, chambray, wools, satin, taffeta, brocade, and broadcloth
Princess Apron: Sheer fabric works well in addition to the other fabrics listed above
Vintage Style Felt Circle or Handkerchief Skirt Variation: Polyester or Wool Felt Fabric
(The original vintage 1950s/60s inspiration skirt was made out of a flashy metallic starfish printed black felt with a grosgrain backed black velvet ribbon waistband. Glitter glue accents, which may have been added later, really make the starfish pop and are an easy addition)
Interfacing: Medium-weight woven fusible interfacing or medium-weight woven fabric
Fabric- All Medieval Style Ring Belt and Skirt Hike Views: Any light to medium-weight woven fabric interfaced with a medium-weight woven fusible interfacing or medium-weight woven fabric
Ribbon- All Medieval Style Ring Belt and Skirt Hike Views: Sturdy, medium to heavy-weight ribbons such as velvet, grosgrain, tapestry, and jacquard
Notions:
Waistband Options:
Centered or Lapped Zipper Closure
-One 9in/22.9cm All-Purpose Zipper
-Two 5/8in (16mm) Buttons OR Two pairs of Skirt Hooks and Eyes
-(Optional- Centered Zipper) Zipper basting aids, such as water-soluble glue or double-sided tape that can be washed out of fabric
-(Optional- Lapped Zipper) Zipper basting aids, such as water-soluble glue or double-sided tape that can be washed out of fabric, or no/low-residue tape like painter’s tape, washi tape, or translucent tape, or no/low-residue double-sided tape
NOTE: All zipper basting aids must rst be tested on a scrap piece of fabric to ensure that they will not cause damage or leave a residue.
Elastic Waistband
Note: the Elastic Waistband is recommended for light to medium-weight fabrics. Drawstring or zipper closures are recommended for heavier fabrics.
-0.75in (19mm) wide Non-Roll Elastic (lengths found in the Yardage Chart)
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Drawstring Waistband
-(Drawstring Waistband) Drawstring Cord (lengths found in the Yardage Chart)
-(Drawstring Waistband) Scrap of fusible or self-fabric interfacing to reinforce the drawstring opening
Hem Finishes:
-0.5in (12mm) wide Single Fold Bias Tape
(Required for the Cascading Circle Skirt, optional for the Circle and Flared Peasant skirt views. Lengths can be found in the Yardage Chart. If using felt for the Circle Skirt, bias tape is not needed).
Medieval Style Ring Belt, Suspender, and Ring Skirt Hikes Notions- All Lengths:
Note: If the ribbon used is wider than the D-ring or suspender clip, it will still be functional but may bunch at the edges of the chosen metal finding.
Medieval Style Ring Belt
-Tapestry or Heavy-Weight Ribbon 1.25in-2in (3.2cm-5cm) wide
-One 1.5in (3.8cm) D-ring
Suspender Skirt Hike
-Tapestry or Heavy-Weight Ribbon 1in (2.5cm) wide or less
-Pair of Two 1in Suspender Clips
Ring Skirt Hike
-Tapestry or Heavy-Weight Ribbon 1.25in-2in (3.2cm-5cm) wide
-Pair of Two 1.5in (3.8cm) D-rings
Marian Measurements and Recommended Yardage
Alt Text: Marian Body and Finished Garment Measurements. Please feel free to contact me at: jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you need an accessible description of any of the photos.
Alt Text: Marian Yardage Chart, Imperial: Please feel free to contact me at: jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you need an accessible description of any of the photos.
Alt Text: Marian Yardage Chart Continued, Imperial. Please feel free to contact me at: jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you need an accessible description of any of the photos.
Metric Yardage Charts are Included within the pattern or can be sent upon request.
Guinevere Measurements and Recommended Yardage
Alt Text: Guinevere Body and Finished Garment Measurements. Please feel free to contact me at: jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you need an accessible description of any of the photos.
Alt Text: Guinevere Yardage Chart, Imperial: Please feel free to contact me at: jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you need an accessible description of any of the photos.
Alt Text: Guinevere Yardage Chart Continued, Imperial. Please feel free to contact me at: jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you need an accessible description of any of the photos.
Metric Yardage Charts are Included within the pattern or can be sent upon request.