Sometimes having things a little out of whack is so much more fun than having all your ducks in a row. Take this asymmetrical hem tutorial from the queen of DIY over at a pair and a spare, Geneva Vanderzeil. It’s completely off kilter, but oh so gorgeous!
You’ll need:
- An oversized skirt with a zip in the back (rather than the side) – look for one that is at least 1.5 times the size of your waist.
- Scissors
- A needle and thread (and sewing machine if you want to change the length of the hem).
Instructions:
- First cut the skirt to mini length and hem it.
- Now put the skirt on (In this example it has been hung on a hanger so you can see clearly) and wrap it around yourself like a kilt or a towel, doubling the excess fabric over at the front.
- Pin the folded edge to the front of the skirt, but first put it on a diagonal angle so that the hem drops down to create the asymmetric shape.
- Finally, iron and stitch the top edge of the folded section to the front of the skirt, leaving the side edge free to allow for movement. Just make sure to create a clean line along the waistband.
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