Uploaded September 2017 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Here’s how to make a gathered maxi skirt with pockets. In Part 1 of this DIY tutorial, we will make our pattern pieces and cut out our fabric. If you’d like, you can use the McCall’s pattern as an alternative to creating your own skirt panels. This tutorial is inclusive for women of all sizes. Check out the time markers below to pick up right where you left off.

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Part 2: youtu.be/_koSseS53Fo
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Pick up right where you left off:

McCall’s Pattern- Determine size to cut 1:21
Calculating Fabric Needed 1:44
Skirt Pattern Measurements 5:06
Waistband (Sizes 24-42 inches) 8:03
Waistband (Sizes 43 inches and up) 9:50
Draft Skirt Pattern Piece 12:47
Adjusting McCall’s Pattern 17:14
Draft waistband pattern piece (Sizes 24-42 inches) 18:34
Draft waistband pattern piece (Sizes 43 inches and up) 21:46
Laying out fabric 26:41
Cutting out skirt 28:06
Cutting out skirt- McCall’s Pattern 31:45
Cutting out waistband (Sizes 24-42 inches) 33:30
Cutting out waistband (Sizes 43 inches and up) 34:48
Cutting out Pockets 36:03

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