Steampunk Separates Bustle Layer Skirt 18 Inch Doll Sewing Pattern

This digital sewing pattern will let you sew a classic steampunk skirt for your 18 inch doll.

Part of the Steampunk Separates collection, this skirt can be mixed and matched with other KeLibu Steampunk Separates patterns. Click here to bundle all the patterns and save 20% when you get them all!

The Bustle Layer Skirt is a staple of steampunk fashion and a great way to add neo-Victorian style to an outfit. Two layers cascade down the back with ruffled bottoms and fall nearly to your doll’s ankles.

Ribbon drawstrings allow you to bustle up the front, creating a ruched effect. The high waist features a double faux button closure on the front and lacing in the back so the skirt will fit dolls with a variety of waist sizes.

Skill Level:  Confident Beginner

Tools and Materials:

• 1/3 yard of light to medium weight cotton, broadcloth or blends as a main fabric
  
• ¼ yard of light to medium weight cotton for the ruffles
  
• 10 inches of 5/8 inch to ¾ inch wide ribbon for bustle channels
  
• 24 inches of 1/8 inch wide ribbon for bustle
• 2 ¼ inches of ¼ inch to 3/8 inch wide ribbon for back cincher
  
• 5 inches of 1/8 inch wide ribbon for back cincher
  
• 13 inches of 1/8 inch wide ribbon to lace back cincher
  
• Two sew in snaps
  
• Six ¼ inch wide buttons
  
• Small piece of double sided tape
  
• Dressmakers tracing paper and tracing wheel or other temporary marking tool
  
• Small safety pin
  
• Universal needle
  
• Matching thread

Download, Print & Sew!

Start your project immediately with this digital PDF pattern. It includes step-by-step instructions with full color pictures and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the file (e.g. Adobe Reader for Windows or Preview for Mac).

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