An ideal project for a novice stitcher, or a satisfying one hour make for more experienced dressmakers.
We designed the straight skirt to be super simple for beginners. It features straight seams to practise your stitching and an elasticated waistband for an easy fit - with no fiddly zips or buttonholes! Choose from knee length or above-the-knee hemline, and add the optional turnover top patch pockets.
The flared version of the skirt is slightly more challenging, as it's cut on the bias and we suggest a drapier fabric for a flowing silhouette. Choose from knee length or on-trend midi hemline, with optional turnover top pockets, belt loops and elegant sash.
The Dominique skirt is a PDF pattern only. This pattern is not available as a printed pattern.
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SKILL LEVEL - Beginners
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SIZE RANGE - UK 6-24 (US 2-20 / EUR 34-52)
FABRIC & SUPPLIES: See the pattern back cover image (Psst! You can zoom in)
MODEL SIZE - Sara wears size 4-5 (UK 12-14)
Size range: UK 6-24 / US 2-20 / EUR 34-52 / AUS 6-24
We label our sewing pattern sizes with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Please measure your bust, waist, and hips to determine which size(s) fit you best. The pattern instructions include a link to an article on fitting tips to help you tailor the pattern to your unique shape, including how to combine multiple sizes.
| SIZE | HIGH BUST | BUST | WAIST | HIP |
| 1 UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6 |
71cm (28in) |
76cm (30in) |
61cm (24in) |
84cm (33in) |
| 2 UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8 |
76cm (30in) |
81cm (32in) |
66cm (26in) |
89cm (35in) |
| 3 UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10 |
81.5cm (32in) |
86.5cm (34in) |
71cm (28in) |
94cm (37in) |
| 4 UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12 |
86.5cm (34in) |
91.5cm (36in) |
76cm (30in) |
99cm (39in) |
| 5 UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 12 |
91.5cm (36in) |
96.5cm (38in) |
81cm (32in) |
104cm (41in) |
| 6 UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16 |
96.5cm (38in) |
101.5cm (40in) |
86.5cm (34in) |
109cm (43in) |
| 7 UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18 |
101.5cm (40in) |
106.5cm (42in) |
91.5cm (36in) |
114cm (45in) |
| 8 UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20 |
107cm (42in) |
112cm (44in) |
96.5cm (38in) |
119.5cm (47in) |
| 9 UK 22 / US 18 / EUR 50 / AUS 22 |
112cm (44in) |
117cm (46in) |
101.5cm (40in) |
124.5cm (49in) |
| 10 UK 24 / US 20 / EUR 52 / AUS 24 |
117cm (46in) |
122cm (48in) |
106.5cm (42in) |
129.5cm (51in) |
Check the sewing pattern size range before buying.
See the pattern back cover image (Psst! You can zoom in)
You will receive an email immediately after purchase with a link to download your files. Need help getting started? Learn how to use digital sewing patterns. This digital version includes:
Very happy with this pattern. Tilly and the Buttons creates patterns which are easy to follow
Hi Carol, thanks for the review! I'm so glad you're happy with the pattern and that you find the instructions easy to follow. Happy sewing! Virginija x
Two patterns for the price of one. Simple clear instructions. I french seamed as I haven't got pinking shears or an overlocker. Pattern pieces can be cut to custom size and sturdy enough to be reused. I will make this again and again. I'm a pear shaped size 20 if that helps anyone. Would recommend.
Thank you Jac, so great to see our customers sharing their TATB makes. Team Buttons x
This was my first Tilly & the Buttons pattern and I love it. The pattern was well designed and the instructions were clearly written!
There will definitely be more Dominques in my future!
Yay! Thank you for sharing Jodie. Have fun wearing all your Dominique skirts. Team Buttons x