Chic High-Waisted Yoke Skirt PDF Sewing Pattern | Easy Gathered Maxi Skirt with Side Zip

Elevate your handmade wardrobe with this versatile high-waisted gathered skirt pattern. Featuring a sleek, straight yoke with contoured back panel seams and a modern right-side zipper, this design pairs a tailored waist with effortless, dramatic volume.

Pattern Highlights

• Tailored Yoke Design: Flattering straight yoke that replaces traditional darts with clean back panel cutlines for a smooth fit over the hips.

• Voluminous Gathered Skirt: Full gathered lower panel designed to flow beautifully in lightweight and midweight woven fabrics.

• Side-Zipper Placement: Easy side-seam zipper integration keeps the waistband clean and comfortable.

• Seam Allowance Included: All pattern pieces include a built-in 1/2" (1.3 cm) seam allowance for seamless cutting and assembly.

• Skill Level: Confident Beginner to Intermediate — perfect for sewists looking to master yokes, gathers, and side-zipper installation.

What's Included in Your Download

• Full-size printable PDF pattern pieces (Print-at-Home A4/US Letter & A0 Copyshop formats).

• Comprehensive, step-by-step illustrated sewing guide in English.

• Fabric requirement guide, size chart, and cutting layouts.

Recommended Fabrics

• Linen blends, cotton poplin, rayon challis, Tencel, viscose, or lightweight denim.

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