Announcing! The Lela Skirt pattern is here!

June 19, 2019

Beth – Sew DIY

pattern, sewing, Sewing Tall, Baseball Skirt, Lela Skirt, Lela Skirt Sewalong

Announcing! The Lela Skirt pattern is here!

Hi sew-friends! Today I’m very happy to announce the release of the Lela Skirt pattern. If the pattern looks a little familiar, you are correct! I first released this pattern (view A only) in 2015 as the Baseball Skirt. This is one of my favorite patterns, especially for summer and I always felt like it deserved more attention. So, I have renamed the pattern, added two additional views plus the option for a midi-length. Soooo many more options now. And there are more sizes. The original version of the pattern had 7 sizes and this revamped version now has 17 sizes (to match the updated Lou Box Top). Additionally, this pattern is now drafted for a height of 5'10". As always, there are lengthen/shorten lines so that you can easily make a skirt at your preferred length. Seriously, the pattern is better than ever!

One big reason that I love this pattern is that it is very easy and fast to sew (even easier than the Lou Box Top). The Lela Skirt is a straight skirt with an elastic waist and a split hem. There are three pocket options – in-seam pocket, angled pocket and scoop pocket. Plus there are three hem shape options – a subtle curve, exaggerated curve and square. Combine all those options with the two lengths and you can create 18 different designs from this one pattern. The pattern pieces are a Mix & Match style and work in a similar way to the Lou Box Top.

In the video below, I show you all three views in action and talk a bit about sizing and fabric.

November 9, 2015

Beth – Sew DIY

Lou Box Top, pattern, sewing, Baseball Skirt

The Beginner's Bundle and a Special Birthday Deal

November 9, 2015

Beth – Sew DIY

Lou Box Top, pattern, sewing, Baseball Skirt

The Beginner's Bundle and a Special Birthday Deal

Today I’m excited to announce that you can now buy both of my patterns in one bundle for a discounted price of $16 (separately it’s $19.50 to buy both). The Beginner's Bundle includes both the Lou Box Top and Baseball Skirt pdf sewing patterns. These two patterns are a great way to practice your sewing skills and build your handmade wardrobe. Both are designed for beginners, with easy to follow steps. And as a bonus they use only about a yard of fabric each.

August 29, 2015

Beth – Sew DIY

Baseball Skirt

Baseball Skirt Tester Roundup

August 29, 2015

Beth – Sew DIY

Baseball Skirt

Today I have a few photos to share with you from the lovely ladies who tested the Baseball Skirt pattern for me. First up we have Becky from Vida Doce (check out her instagram too for lots of sewing goodness). I love the contrast waistband and chambray fabric she used. And amazing lady that she is, she paired the skirt with a Lou Box Top. Here's what Becky had to say about the pattern: "Pattern and instructions were, as usual, very clear and straight forward. Easy to assembly and easy to follow. Pattern pieces are accurate and the sizing was true to size. Skirt was ready within an hour. This will be definitely my favorite skirt pattern in the future. You can do so many variations and different choices with pattern and fabric."

Next up we have Debbie from Lily Sage & Co. This amazing and stylish sewist shared two different ways to style her skirt and had this to say about the pattern: "This is a very quick and easy pattern that is perfect for beginners."

Last but not least, Janine made this beautiful dark grey skirt with self fabric waist tie. Her thoughts on the pattern: "This is a great pattern for beginnners and it even inlcudes side pockets! I loved sewing it and I already plan to make some more using different fabric. If I want, the pattern is easy to make a few modifications. And you can never have enough of this kind of skirts, right?"

I can't give enough thanks to everyone who tested the Baseball Skirt pattern. I'm amazed and inspired by all of their creations. If you make one of your own, use #baseballskirt when sharing on social media. I love seeing your creations! :)