PDF SEWING PATTERN | Mathilde Skirt | Merchant & Mills | A4 ONLY

PDF SEWING PATTERN | Mathilde Skirt | Merchant & Mills | A4 ONLY

Skill Level : Beginner
Sizes : UK 6–28
Language : English only

⚠️ Available in A4 format only. No A0 copy shop file is included.

The Mathilde Skirt by Merchant & Mills is a simple gathered skirt with a deep elasticated waistband designed to be sewn with patch pockets, inseam pockets or without pockets. Using a clever zero- to minimal-waste cutting layout, Mathilde is the perfect project for making the most of beautiful fabrics already in your stash.

Instead of traditional pattern pieces, this pattern provides detailed cutting measurements and illustrated instructions so you can cut your skirt directly from the fabric. The result is a timeless, comfortable skirt that is quick to sew and easy to personalize.

Mathilde also lends itself beautifully to striped and border fabrics. By cutting the skirt across the grain, you can use the selvedge as a decorative hem border for a unique finish.

All seam allowances are 1.5 cm (⅝") unless otherwise stated and are included in the measurements.

Pattern Features

• Full-length gathered skirt
• Deep elasticated waistband
• Three pocket options: patch pockets, inseam pockets or no pockets
• Zero- to minimal-waste construction
• Cutting measurements provided instead of traditional pattern pieces
• Easy to lengthen or shorten
• Ideal for using stash fabrics
• Beginner-friendly project
• Sizes UK 6–28

Recommended Fabrics

Lightweight woven fabrics such as:

• Linen
• Cotton lawn
• Cotton poplin
• Tencel™
• Indian handloom fabrics

Supplies Required

• Matching sewing thread
• 0.4 m (½ yd) lining fabric for the inseam pocket version
• 40 mm (1½") wide elastic (see elastic requirements below)

Finished Measurements

• Size 6–8: Elasticated waist: 63 cm (24¾") • Length: 86 cm (33¾")
• Size 10–12: Elasticated waist: 67 cm (26½") • Length: 86 cm (33¾")
• Size 14–16: Elasticated waist: 77 cm (30¼") • Length: 86 cm (33¾")
• Size 18–20: Elasticated waist: 89 cm (35") • Length: 86 cm (33¾")
• Size 22–24: Elasticated waist: 102 cm (40¼") • Length: 86 cm (33¾")
• Size 26–28: Elasticated waist: 115 cm (45¼") • Length: 86 cm (33¾")

Fabric Requirements – Inseam Pocket Version

110–120 cm (43½–47") wide fabric

• Sizes 6–16: 2 m (2¼ yd)
• Sizes 18–28: Not suitable for this fabric width

140–150 cm (55–60") wide fabric

• Sizes 6–28: 2 m (2¼ yd)

Additional lining: 0.4 m (½ yd) for the inseam pockets.

Fabric Requirements – Patch Pocket Version

110–120 cm (43½–47") wide fabric

• Sizes 6–16: 2.4 m (2⅔ yd)
• Sizes 18–28: 3.4 m (3¾ yd)

140–150 cm (55–60") wide fabric

• Sizes 6–16: 2 m (2¼ yd)
• Sizes 18–28: 2.4 m (2⅔ yd)

Fabric requirements are based on a finished skirt length of 86 cm (33¾"). The skirt can easily be lengthened or shortened by adjusting the cutting layout.

Elastic Requirements

• Size 6–8: 0.7 m (¾ yd)
• Size 10–12: 0.9 m (1 yd)
• Size 14–16: 0.9 m (1 yd)
• Size 18–20: 1.2 m (1¼ yd)
• Size 22–24: 1.2 m (1¼ yd)
• Size 26–28: 1.4 m (1½ yd)

Check your waist measurement before cutting your elastic. The quantities above include extra length for fitting.

Special Cutting Option

For striped or border fabrics, the skirt can be cut across the grain so the selvedge becomes the hem border.

• Sizes 6–16: Purchase 2.4 m (2⅔ yd)
• Sizes 18–28: Purchase 2.8 m (3 yd)

PDF Pattern Includes

• A4 printable pages: 10 pages
• Illustrated sewing instructions in English
• Complete cutting measurements for all sizes
• Cutting layouts
• Instant digital download

Please Note

This is an instructions-only sewing pattern. Instead of printable pattern pieces, you'll receive a complete set of measurements allowing you to cut each piece directly from your fabric.

Why You'll Love It

Mathilde is the perfect combination of simplicity and versatility. Whether you choose practical inseam pockets, classic patch pockets or a clean pocket-free version, this comfortable skirt comes together quickly and makes excellent use of lightweight woven fabrics. Its minimal-waste layout also makes it an ideal project for treasured fabrics and stash-busting alike.