The Bernadette is a party in a skirt; pleated in the front - darted in the back! Plus, store your treasures in style with the super fun belt bag! The pattern includes the skirt in two length options; mini and midi. The belt is closed with D-rings and the bag features a zipper pocket, front pouch, and flap. This is a versatile and fun to sew pattern that you’ll want to sew in every color. Designed for mid-weight woven fabrics, the Bernadette looks great in anything from linen, to denim, to a rayon twill! If you’re looking for a cute and comfortable skirt, you need Bernadette in your life.
- Purchase includes sizes XS/0 - 7X/32 (32”/81cm -60”/152cm chest).
- 3/8” seam allowance included in pattern
- Designed for woven fabrics.
- Get inspired and share your make using #BernadetteSkirt on social media.
Fabric Recommendations:
The Bernadette Skirt is designed for woven fabrics. Any sort of medium weight woven is suitable. If you choose a fabric like a mid-weight twill or denim you will get a more structured skirt. If you choose a drapier fabric like a rayon challis or silk, you will get a flowier skirt.
Notions:
- 1/2 yard [.5 meters] Fusible interfacing
- 12” [30.5cm] Invisible zipper for the skirt
- 1 1/4” [3.2cm] D-rings (2)
- 1/4 yard [.2 meters] Lining for belt bag
- 6” [15.2cm] Zipper for the belt bag
- 5/8” [1.6cm] Snap or button for the belt bag flap
- Zipper foot
- OPTIONAL: Invisible zipper foot
Model Fit Notes:
The model in the denim version is wearing a size medium. The fabric is a 8oz 100% cotton denim.
The model in the khaki version is wearing a size XXL. The fabric is a cotton canvas.
Yardage Requirements
You may need to purchase extra yardage if your fabric has a heavy nap, is directional, striped, or has an obvious repeat.
You will need 1/2 yard [.5 meters] of fusible interfacing and 1/4 yard [.2 meters] of lining fabric (for the belt bag).
| 1.8m |
2.2m |
2.2m |
2.2m |
| 1.8m |
1.8m |
2.1m |
2.2m |
| 1.1m |
1.5m |
1.6m |
1.6m |
| 1.1m |
1.1m |
1.4m |
1.6m |
