Sew a sleek, skimpy high waist mini skirt with this beginner-friendly PDF sewing pattern by Sew Skimpy. Designed for stretch fabrics, this easy pull-on skirt delivers a flattering high-rise fit with minimal effort and maximum style.
Perfect for DIY babes who want fast results without complicated construction, this pattern is simple, versatile, and endlessly customizable. Make it bold with metallics, playful with prints, or classic with solids — one pattern, unlimited looks.
✨ Beginner Friendly
Includes a follow-along Quickie video tutorial and easy-to-follow instructions. Home sewing machine friendly, with a serger recommended for the cleanest finish.
✨ Skimpy High Waist Fit
One coverage option with a high waist silhouette that hugs your curves and keeps the look clean and minimal.
✨ Endless Style Options
Dress it up, dress it down, or make multiples in different fabrics — this mini skirt is a staple base pattern.
Includes
• Sizes XS–L
• High waist mini skirt
• One coverage option
• Formatted for US Letter (8.5″ × 11″)
• Test squares in both US 2″ × 2″ and Metric 5.08 cm
• Color-coded pattern layers per size
This is a DIGITAL product, available for instant download immediately after purchase.
Due to the nature of digital files, no returns, exchanges, or refunds are permitted.
What You Will Need
• ½ yard of 2-way or 4-way stretch fabric
• Matching thread
• Home sewing machine
• Serger (recommended) or zigzag/stretch stitch
(Full written instructions included in the PDF)
✂️ ¼” serger stitch seam allowance used throughout unless noted
Pattern Assembly
1️⃣ Sew Skirt Side Seams
With right sides together, serge or stretch-stitch both hip side seams of skirt piece (1).
2️⃣ Sew Waistband Ends
Sew the short ends of waistband piece (2) together to form a loop.
3️⃣ Fold Waistband
Fold waistband (2) in half along the fold line with right side of fabric facing out.
4️⃣ Attach Waistband
With skirt (1) right side out, align sewn side seams of the folded waistband to skirt side seams. Pin evenly.
5️⃣ Sew Waistband to Skirt
Sew waistband (2) to skirt (1) using a stretch stitch or serger, stitching through all three layers.
6️⃣ Optional Topstitch
Open waistband and skirt so they lay flat. Topstitch seam allowance down using a stretch stitch if desired.
7️⃣ Hem Skirt
Hem bottom edge with a ½” hem using a cover stitch, zigzag stitch, or stretch stitch.
🎥 Quickie Video Tutorial
https://youtu.be/KKcVBFNcasM
