Buy the Simplicity S8961 skirts pattern, it’s perfect for a beginner dressmaker. Learn to Sew with these easy skirt patterns for children, girls and 18” dolls. Pull-on style with elasticated waistbands, long length or short gathered styles. Trim suggestions. Suitable for woven fabrics.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50)

Suggested fabrics: Broadcloth, chino, cotton types, damask, gingham, lightweight denim, linen types, pique, taffeta. Not suitable for sleepwear.

Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way designs fabrics or shrinkage.

Sizing HH (3-4-5-6) K5 (7-8-10-12-14) Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Thread. A,B,C,D Elastic 3/4" wide: 3/4 yd. for sizes 3-6; 7/8 yd. for sizes 7-14, 3/8 yd. of 1/4" wide for doll.

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