Sewing The Nita Wrap Skirt – SewDIY
As soon as I got the pattern for the Nita Wrap Skirt I knew I wanted to make it straight away. So rather than wait to buy some fabric I dug into my stash.
Over the years I have accumulated quite a large amount of fabric, a mixture of vintage and quirky patterns that catch my eye. Most of them are natural cottons, silks and viscose which are much better for the environment than man made fabrics. This also means they are better to sew with.
Making the Nita Wrap Skirt
Luckily I had this fab heavy Ikea cotton on my shelves just waiting to become a skirt. The Nita Wrap Skirt pattern is a PDF and you can select the different sizes you want to print. This makes it really easy to use. I started by making a toile in size 6. But I wasn’t paying attention and didn’t read the instructions, therefore I added extra seam allowance to the pattern and made it way too big. But after realising and taking it in it fitted perfectly. So for me this pattern didn’t need any adjustments.
Another great thing about the Nita Wrap Skirt is because it’s a wrap it is very giving with the fit, so if you chose a size large or smaller you can just adjust the button or fastening placement to make it fit you. It comes with 3 different lengths, I went for the mini as its more flattering for me, and 3 different fastenings; D ring, button or tie.
For mine I chose the button fastening, I decided to add two button holes but 3 buttons so I can adjust the size for the days I eat too much and need to let it out, as we all do haha. The buttons I used are vintage, also from my stash and I really think they finish it off nicely
Pros
- Quick Make
- Selectable Sizes on PDF
- Multiple style options
- Easy to fit
- Flattering
Cons
- No page number printing guide for PDF
- No pockets
Will I make it Again?
Yes definitely, I’m already planning it, but I’m going to draft some pockets onto the next one. You can purchase the pattern over on the SewDIY website.
Have any of you made the Nita Wrap Skirt? Let me know what you think either here or on my insta
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I love this fabric!? Glad the skirt worked out for you in the end, it’s a really cute and flattering style on you
Thanks so much, it’s one of my favourite makes! I think shorts and mini skirts are my favourite look!
Such a cool style!! Love it
Thanks so much!
Your fabric + button choice completely makes this. Super stylish, and it suits you really well.
Thanks so much! Yeah I’m in love with the fabric too…can’t believe its Ikea