Modkid Modified // Rachel Skirt

We know you love your Modkid patterns! How about stretching your Modkid patterns a little further! We think it will only deepen your Modkid love. Here's the first of what we hope will be many Modkid Modified posts. At the end, we want to know a few things from you!

We are starting with the lovely Modkid Rachel knit dress, and this simple tutorial will yield a completely adorable knit skirt. We know sometimes separates help complete a wardrobe.

You will need to cut all of the skirt pieces from the Modkid Rachel pattern including the left front, right front, back, waistbands, and skirt ruffle. You will need all four waistband pieces. Sew the skirt pieces together per the pattern instructions in step 5.

Place each pair of waistband pieces right sides together and stitch the short ends with a 1/2" seam allowance. Press the seams open.

Turn one band right side out and slide it inside the other waistband, so the right sides are facing. Sew around the top (narrower side) with a 1/2" seam allowance. Trim the seam allowance to 1/4" to reduce bulk.

Turn the waistband right sides out and press well.

Edgestitch along the top folded edge. Sew another row of stitching 1" from the folded edge to create a casing. Leave a 1-2" gap in this row of stitching, backstitching at each end.

Measure and cut 1/2" knit elastic to 1" less than the child's waist measurement. Thread the elastic through the casing with a safety pin or bodkin. Overlap the elastic and secure the ends together with a zig-zag stitch. Fully insert the elastic in the casing and close the gap in the stitching.

Turn the waistband right sides out and slide it over the completed skirt pieces. Align the side seams and pin in place. Going slowly to keep the waistband fabric flat, stitch the waistband to the skirt with a 1/2" seam allowance. Finish the seam.

Press the seam down. And...

Pass it on to your little twirler!

So, here's what we'd like to know. What are ways you've modified your Modkid? What patterns would you be interested in seeing modified?

Modkid Rachel

We're pretty excited to announce that the Modkid Rachel that was previously part of the Bundle Up collection, is now available for individual purchase!! You can purchase the Rachel pattern in the Etsy shop or on Craftsy.

Girl's BundleUP

It's time for a brand new BundleUp!! Modkid has been a part of BundleUp in the past, but in case you need to know exactly what that entails, I'm here to give you the details. BundleUp collections are a really amazing deal and only happen about 4 times a year. They get together 10 -12 established pattern designers and offer up brand new, never-before-released patterns at a fraction of the retail price, but you have to buy 6 or more in order to get the discount. (You don't have to buy the whole bundle, but the more you buy, the more you save.) This particular bundle will be all for girls clothing, and there are 11 patterns total from these 11 well known designers.

Patty designed the Rachel Dress as part of this bundle. Rachel is a sweet and comfy knit dress featuring a tuxedo bodice and playful tulip-style ruffled skirt. Options include short or long sleeves and a mock turtleneck or neck binding. The double-layer built-in waistband gives it a drop-waist look while adding extra stability to the skirt portion. Sizes range from 2T to 10.

We had some amazing testers who fit pattern review into a busy holiday schedule!! Check out each of the unique creations!!

(By: Courtney Davis and Andrea Thomas-Lambe)

(By Debbie Clifton and Anna Ross Larson)

(By Courtney Davis and Amy Settle)

There is even more to come!! These amazing bloggers will be featuring more of the BundleUP patterns during an extensive blog tour. Be sure to check out all of the creativity!!

There is one last thing you should know! If you sew one of the items from the Bundle UP collection, and post it. You'll be entered to win one of these dreamy prizes. Find out more here.