Pattern and Instructions: The Claudette Skirt
Look at this stunning (and easy-to-sew) knit skirt! A knit skirt is always a great answer when you are looking for both comfort and style.
Look at this stunning (and easy-to-sew) knit skirt!
A knit skirt is always a great answer when you are looking for both comfort and style. But this isn’t just any knit skirt!
The Claudette Skirt mimics the glamorous draped gowns of the 1940s, but in a far more comfortable (and washable!) fabric choice. Named after the incredible Claudette Colbert, this skirt pays homage to her iconic look in the 1934 movie Cleopatra.
With two different length options, you can mimic your favorite silver screen goddess with a floor-length skirt or choose the knee-length version for everyday wear.
You'll find the tiled file (for printing at home on A4 or letter size sheets and taping together) and the A0 file (for printing at a copy shop like ThePlottedPattern.com or PDFPlotting.com). Please note that we now have two size blocks, so make sure to download the correct files for the size you're making. If you have any questions about which size to sew, don't forget to read our blog post with all the details!
Don’t forget to watch the companion tutorial video and then share your makes with the hashtags #charmpatterns and #claudetteskirt!
xoxo,
Gertie
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Comments (86)
Can someone point me to the top link? the one she shared on the website does not seem to work anymore!
The link to the top is dead 😔
Would this work in a stretch velvet, or would it be too bulky? Is the wrong side of the fabric ever visible?
Hey everybody, Im a bit late to the party but some help/insight would still really be appreciated for future project :) I was working on the Claudette skirt and I cut out all my pattern pieces using the provided cutting layout (60-in floor-length skirt) and according to the lay-out you need to put pattern piece 2 the wrong side up (so I did) but now in construction the fabric piece is backwards (what should be the right side of my fabric is the wrong side). Luckily I bought enough fabric that I could recut pattern piece 1 and make the skirt in a mirror image, but I don't understand how I should have cut the fabric the first time around to not make this mistake.
Hey everyone! I hope someone can help me out? I would love to make this skirt as maternitywear as I'm having a hard time finding nice maternity clothes in my size and style. So my question is, would this work for a smaller belly(12 to20 week pregnacy) without adjustments? OR would adjustments be needed nonetheless? Because of the powermesh? I've never adjusted patterns for maternity before and would like to make this skirt for the upcoming weeks of Dutch summer. Thanks in advance!!
This is a bit late in reply but having had 5 babies(!) i feel like a lighter weight powermesh would feel supportive and would grow with you.
I just finished my mockup Claudette skirt. Here are my notes....1) I took 6" off the length by folding the pattern up above the knee length markings and truing up the side seam lines. The length came out perfect for me. 2) I attempted to put in side seam pockets--DON'T DO IT! Learn from me. The weight of the front pleats and gathering pulls the pockets open & creates an unflattering fold across your tummy. 3) I will size down the next one. Again the weight of the pleats weighs down the skirt, so it needs to be tight on the waist. Overall, I'm going to LOVE this skirt once the tweaks are in place. I also think I can fix my mockup since I can afford to go down a size. Hope y'all have fun sewing this one up!
Agree to sizing down and wow, so much extra length to trim! I've pinned up at least 6 inches as well.
What an incredible design. I saw on Facebook this pattern has been updated. Are the new files replaced in this thread here? Thank you!
Can anyone point me in the direction of the video for the top? I saw it on Instagram a few days ago and can’t find it anymore. Was it posted as a story?
Stephanie, we put the easy knit wrap top videos for the Claudette Skirt pattern up on the blog so everyone can see them: https://charmpatterns.com/easy-knit-wrap-tops Enjoy! 😘
You won me over with the Ancient Egypt vibes
Maravilhosa🥰não vejo a hora de costurar a minha...
This design is incredibly thought trough. From the flattering drapes over the stomach area to the facings that offer a beautiful structure thanks to the underlay with Powernet 😍 You guys did it again as with the sophisticated design of the Audrey Cigarette Pants, making glamorous designs for knit fabrics. Well done Team Gertie 😍👏✨😘
Is this considered a skirt with a slit? I can’t have my thigh exposed, is it something I can keep closed?
Perhaps you could install some snaps to keep the flap closed?
Oh, Gertie!!! This is SOOO DIVINE!!!! Will be printing this this weekend for SURE! Now to check the fabric in my stash. Bloody LOVE THIS!!!!
I don’t have anything like this in my closet but I want to! I so appreciate the knit fabric patterns because they are helping me get over my fear of sewing with knits.
I've read the fit notes and they don't answer this question. My hips are 2 sizes larger than my waist. Should I pick my size from waist or hip? How easy will it be to grade this one?
It says there are up to 5 in of positive ease in the hips. I'd compare finished measurements for your waist size to your actual hip size.
Ok I need this in my closet asap.
Samesies! <3 This would be a fun Friday Night Sewcial project ;)
🤩🤩🤩 this is perfection!
I was not expecting this to translate to a daytime look! J'adore! I mostly wear midi lengths but both lengths in this are beautiful!
Halloween costume idea! Looking forward to that top!
Suzi in that orange is frikking fire!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I am having a problem with the A0 file. It says that it has zero bites. I tried printing it through PDF Plotting, The Plotted Pattern, and my local Fedex website. Am I the only one experiencing this issue?
Nicole, please try downloading the file again. It works fine on my end, and it may just have gotten corrupted during the downloading process.
What if you don’t have instagram though for the wrap top tutorial?! Please offer it on your blog as well. I am signed up for those 😄
Here's the easy knit wrap top videos for the Claudette Skirt pattern, up on the blog: https://charmpatterns.com/easy-knit-wrap-tops Enjoy! 😘
How have you made the top? Is it just a piece of fabric? How ling and wide
Helena, here's the easy knit wrap top videos for the Claudette Skirt pattern: https://charmpatterns.com/easy-knit-wrap-tops Enjoy! 😘
So cute!!
I didn't get an email for this today. Strange
Same
I have to ask... are we going to get those adorable tops to go with it?
It says in the post that a tutorial will be made available on gertie's Instagram 😍
I have been wanting a skirt like this for ages!
Oh this is EXACTLY what I needed for my summer wardrobe! I'm going to make it in the same fabric as my sleeveless hepburn top for a "dress" separates set!
Wow so pretty! I am still not sure if it will highlight or camouflage my tummy, but I think ruching is usually good for that? Willing to give it a go and it seems like it will be perfect for summer!!
I had the same thought about the tummy issue!
Started up an ig to see the tutorial and it's not up yet. Love the skirt and it will be a cool project for sure!
Haha! We put the tutorial up on the blog for the non-Insta peeps. Here it is: https://charmpatterns.com/easy-knit-wrap-tops Enjoy! 😘
I love this skirt!!!
Will the orange top suzie is wearing be released too? 😍
Cassandra, Susie's orange top is just a rectangle of fabric, and it's a SUPER easy make. Here's the video: https://charmpatterns.com/easy-knit-wrap-tops Enjoy! 😘
Could you sew this with a stretch needle and zigzag, rather than the twin needle seat up?
Absolutely! You'd only want to use a twin needle for the hems
Susie's shorter skirt looks absolutely stunning on her! And Gertie, you've taken a basic summer skirt to much higher standards! The Claudette is so figure flattering and beautiful! I can't wait to make it. Thank you!
Wow! Thanks for this gem 😍
What is the striped top Suzy is wearing? Love it.
Skipper I think!
Buying fabric today!
Oh I love this skirt!
This is so cute! I'm hoping we get a pattern for the top as well soo! that's an amazing outfit for summer!
It says right in the post that there will be a tutorial for the top.
I'm starry-eyed! I've been in a sewing slump since I finished a really elaborate project last month, and something this pretty and simple and summery is the perfect thing to get me back to my machine. Love it!!
Omg I love this! I'm going to live in this this summer
OBSESSED!!!
This is the perfect project for this tub of solid colored knits that I bought 🤣
Shocklove
Omg I have been looking for this exact skirt psttern 😍 how serendipitous
Jaw drop to the floor!!! GORGEOUS!!!!!!! Love it! right on my list too!
Omg! Look at this! Love @1st sight! ❤️💖💕
This wasn’t what I was expecting, but I’m honestly really excited for it! Also the wrap tops! 😍
💕💕💕 can’t wait to have time to whip this up…seems very pear shape friendly!!
Right there with you!
This is stunning.
Oh this is CUTE!
Loving this!! So, versatile.
I've already printed it and I plan on cutting out this pattern tonight!
Ooh I love the knee length skirt!! Suzie's red outfit!!❤️❤️
AMAZING!!!!!!!
Oh this is so cute! And I love how flattering it is for both of you. Definitely going on my "to do" list.
Wow, this is simple, yet classy! I’m quite excited by this!
What top is that?!
That was my first thought too! It looks like she’ll be showing how to make them on Instagram at some point.
Amazing!! Love this one Gertie! Perfect for summer🥰
Beautiful
Not sure how i feel about this
Glamorous!
Gorgeous 😍 thank you!
PERFECT! can’t wait to sew this
Oh, this is sooooo beautiful! I’m super excited!!
OMG 🤩
My mermaid fantasy!