Sewing a jersey skirt: Livia is a skirt with a comfortable contoured waistband that you can easily sew using stretchy fabrics. Take a look now at how it's done!
The most important things at a glance
- Jersey skirts are easy to sew even for beginners because they consist only of straight seams
- Suitable fabrics include cotton jersey, modal, or fine knit fabrics
- Sewing level: Beginner
- Sewing time: 1 hour
A simple jersey skirt is an ideal sewing project for beginners: because it is so easy to sew and consists of only a few pattern pieces. It is wonderfully clear and uncomplicated.
Moreover, it is finished in no time, giving you an immediate, great sense of achievement.
Why should I sew a jersey skirt?
Quite simple: because it's not just easy, but also great fun to tailor a super-fitting skirt yourself. Because one thing is clear: you know best which fabric and which cut fit perfectly with the rest of your wardrobe.
You can also play with colors and materials to your heart's content.
How is the jersey skirt cut?
The pattern used here, "Livia!", is included as a mini (knee-length), midi (calf-length), and maxi skirt. The skirt is cut rather narrow at the hips and flares out slightly towards the bottom.
The skirt has a wide, contoured waistband that creates a beautiful silhouette and sits comfortably on the hips. This type of waistband is also called a yoga waistband.
Does the skirt have pockets?
It does not have pockets, as these can sometimes add bulk, especially at the hips.
Would you like to sew your skirt with pockets? With my free pattern for pocket bags, you can easily "add" practical side seam pockets to your skirt. 
Can beginners also sew the jersey skirt?
The skirt is quick to sew, as the simple cut and detailed instructions make Livia an ideal project for sewing beginners. It is important that you are already somewhat familiar with your sewing machine and have practiced sewing with stretchy fabrics beforehand.
In addition, it is advantageous for the hem if you have read the post Sewing with a twin needle.
What is included in the jersey skirt pattern?
- Detailed illustrated sewing instructions
- Pattern in mini, midi, maxi in A4 and A0
- Sizes 32 to 60
- Layout plan of the pattern pieces
- Consumption and body measurement chart
What do I need to know before I start sewing the skirt?
Wash and iron your jersey fabric beforehand. This is important because jersey shrinks during the first wash. If you work with unwashed fabric, it may happen that your self-sewn skirt is too small for you after the first wash. And that would be a pity, right?
Which needle can I use to sew the jersey skirt?
If you want to work with jersey, you should use the correct sewing machine needle. Needles for stretchy fabrics are best. Depending on the type of jersey, you can also choose the sewing machine needle accordingly.
- Cotton jersey: works well with a jersey needle
- Viscose jersey: stretch or super-stretch needle
- Sweat fabric and French Terry: jersey or stretch needle
Read more here about sewing machine needles.
What else do I need to know if I want to sew jersey?
For beginners, jersey can be a small challenge. Especially if you have previously only sewn with firm, non-elastic fabrics. Then sewing with jersey might seem like a completely different world to you. But it's not that bad at all. With the right preparation, you can easily manage it as a beginner too.
Perhaps you even own an overlocker? Then it is all the easier. Jersey and the overlocker are great friends. If you happen to call an overlocker your own (which is often the case at the beginning), then definitely read my post Help, my jersey is curling while sewing!. In it, you will find out everything you need to know about sewing with jersey and other stretchy fabrics.
Which sewing foot for jersey?
Of course, you can work with jersey using your normal zigzag foot. But as soon as you notice that your sewing machine is not feeding the fabric well, you should think about purchasing an even-feed (walking) foot. It is not just fantastic for jersey.
The even-feed foot ensures that fine, stretchy, thick, or slippery fabrics are fed much better. The seams sewn this way become much nicer and more even.
Read more here about sewing with the even-feed foot.
Reading tip: Feel free to also take a look at my comprehensive help article on sewing feet!
What fabrics can be used to sew the jersey skirt?
All elastic, fine, and nicely draping fabrics are suitable for this. Especially for beginners, I would choose an interlock jersey or a fine French Terry, because with these materials the fabric edges do not curl as much as with cotton jersey.
The skirt can also be sewn very well from stretch fabrics such as denim* or stretch corduroy*.
What can you combine the skirt with?
The Santje shirt with a nicely curved hem goes very well with the jersey skirt, for example!
Also, a cardigan or a long jacket turns the skirt into an office-appropriate outfit!
YouTube video on sewing a jersey skirt
Happy simple sewing
Yours, Sabine
The most frequently asked questions at a glance
Can beginners also sew a jersey skirt?
What fabrics can be used to sew the jersey skirt?
The skirt can also be sewn very well from stretch fabrics such as denim or stretch corduroy.
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