Creating with African Wax Fabric: Sew 20 Bold Projects; Sizes 2 to 24W
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As understanding diversity and inclusivity is rising, interest in this traditional African art form is increasing likewise. African fabric is an inexhaustible source of inspiration for sewists and designers; the gorgeous, colorful fabric inspires new ideas and patterns for creating one-of-a-kind pieces. In-depth instructions and solutions guide your way to making beautiful and bold skirts, tops, elegant dresses, and much more. Add a touch of the exotic to your abode with cushions, a basket, and a flowerpot. Readers will also learn how to care for the wax fabric to enjoy pieces for years to come.
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Creating with African Wax Fabric - Marion Costamagna
Caroline is a skirt that hugs your skin. Fitted and with a small slit over the right leg, it flaunts what it should with style.
Necessary Materials
For sizes 16 & 24
• 120cm (1¼yds) of fabric (110cm/43⅜in width) • 25cm (9⅞in) zipper in navy blue • Fusible interfacing to reinforce waistband
SEAM ALLOWANCES
Seam allowances are not included. You will need to add 1cm (⅜in) on all sides of your pieces, with 2cm (⅞in) at the bottom for the hem. Note: These 2cm (⅞in) are essential for the best possible final product.
Cutting Layout
PATTERN
To access the pattern pieces through the QR code below, open the camera app on your phone, aim the camera at the QR code, and click the link that pops up on the screen.
To access the pattern through the tiny url, type the web address provided into your browser window.
tinyurl.com/11518-pattern1-download
Instructions
ASSEMBLING THE FRONT OF THE SKIRT
1 - Make the dart Form the dart in the front section (A). To do this, bring the dart lines together R/R. Stitch on the wrong side of the fabric along the dart line. At the tip, do not stop, but continue a few more stitches off the fabric; then tie a knot to reinforce the dart closure. Iron down the inside of the dart.
2 - Assemble the front pieces Place the two front pieces (A and B) R/R. Pin and stitch 1cm (⅜in) from the edge, stopping at the mark where the slit begins. Iron the seams open.
3 - Make the slit To make this easier, it’s important to transfer all marks with chalk. Draw the hem fold: Mark 2cm (⅞in) from the bottom of the skirt (a, in green). Draw the slit line (b, in green), as well as the two angle bisectors, as shown opposite (c, in yellow, and d, in pink).
4 - Fold the slit R/R by lining up the hemline (a) and the slit line (b) so that the bisector (d) is on the fold.
5 - Stitch R/R along the bisector (c, in yellow). Trim the corner and turn the fabric right side out. Everything is in place!
ASSEMBLING THE BACK
6 - Make the back darts Form the darts on each back section (piece C), just as you did with the front.
7 - Place the back and front sections R/R; then pin them along the sides. Stitch 1cm (⅜in) from the edge. Iron the seams open.
ASSEMBLING THE WAISTBAND
Before you start, remember to apply the interfacing to the wrong side of the exterior waistband.
We will call D
the exterior waistband and D’
the interior waistband (which can be made of a lining
fabric).
8 - Attach the waistband Position the waistband (D) on the waistline of the skirt, edge to edge and R/R, making sure to match up the various seams and notches. Stitch 1cm (⅜in) from the edge all the way around.
9 - Attach the zipper Position the zipper R/R on one of the back pieces (C) of the skirt.
The plastic part at the top of the zipper should be 1cm (⅜in) from the top of the waistband.
Use the special zipper foot. Sew with a straight stitch as close to the teeth as possible until you reach the stopping notch. Repeat on the other