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embroidered everyday skirt
This week, during Fashion Revolution Week, there's been quite a buzz about slow fashion and handmade pieces. If you're reading this, chances are you already sew your own clothes. Why not give embroidery a try on your next sewing project? Take your time and enjoy each stitch while adding a personal touch. That’s exactly what Sara is here to discuss. She previously shared her favorite patterns and participated as a sew-along panelist for the Gallery Tunic. Now, she’s back with some embroidery inspiration. Let’s dive in!
I absolutely adore incorporating hand-embroidered details into my handmade outfits. There’s just something magical about the slight imperfections in the stitches that give handmade clothes a one-of-a-kind charm. Last year, I even posted a tutorial on adding Sashiko stitching to the Hide-and-Seek Dress. And I’ve also embroidered blouses for myself and included embroidery in several of my bag-making tutorials.
Today, I’m excited to share a linen skirt with a leaf-embroidered design. (To avoid looking awkward holding nothing, our friendly chicken, Buttercup, decided to join in!)
[Image description: A linen skirt with delicate leaf embroidery along the hem.]
The Everyday Skirt is the perfect canvas for adding embroidered details. You can easily adapt all the techniques I’ve mentioned before to enhance this skirt. I often browse Pinterest for unique hand-stitched designs when planning my projects. For this skirt, I saved several ideas, including geometric patterns around the hem, which would look stunning. The Sashiko pattern could work beautifully on the side panels or as a patch on the front, similar to the photos I found. Visible mending and woven running stitches would also add a charming touch to the front corners.
[Image description: A collage of embroidery inspiration featuring geometric patterns, visible mending, and woven stitches.]
Initially, I considered going for patches and visible mending stitches, much like the third photo. However, I loved the simplicity of the gray linen fabric and opted for something clean and organic instead. Using light gray running stitches, I created leaf shapes and connected them with a small branch. The result is a subtle yet striking design on my Everyday Skirt—adding a unique flair without detracting from its versatility.
[Image description: The finished skirt showing the elegant leaf embroidery.]
The Everyday Skirt is super quick and easy to sew. Adding hand-stitching took me about two hours total. The gathered elastic waistband makes it simple to fit, and the side panels offer an interesting design element that sets it apart from typical beginner skirt patterns. I’m definitely planning to make a few more of these for my summer wardrobe!
If you'd like to recreate the leaf design, the outline is available as a free download. You can apply it to the Everyday Skirt or experiment with it on other patterns like the Class Picnic Blouse or the Swingset Skirt. I recommend tracing the outline onto your fabric with a chalk pencil, then filling in the leaves with horizontal running stitches. Don’t worry too much about precision—the lines will serve as a guide if you prefer not to freestyle the shapes.
I hope you'll give hand-stitched details a try on your next project and share it with us! I’m always inspired by the creativity within the Oliver + S community.
[Image description: A close-up shot of the leaf embroidery, showcasing the delicate stitching.]
In case you're interested in learning more about slow fashion and handmade crafts, check out the resources available online. There are countless tutorials and communities dedicated to helping beginners explore these skills. It’s a wonderful way to connect with others who share your passion for sustainable fashion.
Lastly, if you’re looking for additional inspiration, consider exploring different embroidery styles such as cross-stitch, chain stitch, or French knots. Each technique brings its own unique character to a garment. Remember, the goal is to enjoy the process and create something truly special.
Happy sewing and embroidering! Let me know how your projects turn out—I’d love to see what you come up with.
[Image description: A cheerful photo of Buttercup sitting near the finished skirt, adding a touch of whimsy.]