The Spindle Skirt
A 2-in-1 midi and mini skirt sewing pattern with a full circle silhouette
The Spindle Skirt is a versatile 2-in-1 sewing pattern that includes both a mini and midi skirt patterns, designed to feel modern, clean and wearable across seasons. Both silhouettes are shaped with panel seams and subtle topstitching details that follow the body's natural curves, giving the skirt structure without feeling restrictive.
A clean waist finish with an internal facing keeps the look refined, while practical in-seam side pockets make it easy to wear day-to-day. The skirt closes with a zip, concealed at the centre back for a neat finish. Whether you choose the fluid midi or the sharper mini, the Spindle Skirt pattern offers a strong silhouette with thoughtful construction details.
Design features:
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2-in-1 skirt pattern with midi and mini options
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Panel seams with topstitching details
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Clean waist finish with internal facing
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In-seam side pockets
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Concealed centre-back zip
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Modern, structured silhouette with comfortable wearability
V1: Midi full circle skirt pattern
The midi version is a full circle skirt with a shaped yoke, creating fluid movement and an elegant silhouette. It is designed for a comfortable fit at the waist and works beautifully in both lightweight and more structured fabrics.
V2: Mini skirt pattern with front slit
The mini version is a clean mini skirt with a front slit for ease of movement. It can be worn on its own or layered over trousers for a contemporary styling option.
- Included
- Skill level
- Sizing
- Materials needed
PAPER PRINT
- Paper pattern
- Printed instruction booklet with illustrations
- Access to the step-by-step tutorial video
DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
- PDF pattern in A4, A0 and US letter formats, with layers so you can print only the size you need.
For more information on how to print our PDF patterns, visit our FAQ page. - Digital instruction booklet with illustrations
Access to the step-by-step tutorial video
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Intermediate
This pattern comes in UK sizes 4 to 18.
Chose your size by comparing your body measurements to the chart below.
Body measurements in CM:
| UK Sizes | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 |
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| Waist | 60 | 64 | 68 | 72 | 76 | 80 | 84 | 88 |
| Hips | 84 | 88 | 92 | 96 | 100 | 104 | 108 | 112 |
Finished garment measurements in CM:
| UK Sizes | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 |
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| Waist | 62 | 66 | 70 | 74 | 78 | 82 | 86 | 90 |
| Hips | 92 | 96 | 100 | 104 | 108 | 112 | 116 | 120 |
| Length at CB (V1) | 74 | 75 | 76 | 77 | 78 | 79 | 80 | 81 |
| Length at CB (V2) | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 |
Full measurement chart included in the instructions
We recommend using a mid-weight woven fabric with little to no stretch.
For the midi version you can opt for a soft, drapey fabric for a fluid silhouette, or something with a drier hand for more structure. Suitable options include cotton gabardine, lyocell twill, linen or lightweight wool suiting.
For the mini version, heavier fabrics such as denim or jacquard also work well and bring added structure to the silhouette.
Please allow 5% extra for shrinkage.
| The Midi V1 | The Mini V2 | |||
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| Fabric width | Size 4-10 | Size 12-18 | Size 4-10 | Size 12-18 |
| 150CM | 2.4M | 2.7M | 0.8M | 0.85M |
| 135CM | 2.7M | 3M | 0.8M | 1.05M |
You will also need 30cm of lining fabric for pocket bags, some lightweight fusible interfacing, a #3 close ended zip, matching sewing thread and topstitching thread.
