Trends that I’ll love forever? Scallops are definitely up there. Whenever I see something with scallop detail I can’t help but do a double take – in a world of trends that come and go mighty quick it’s rare to find something that continues to hold me attention like that! And they’re such an simple detail to what’s in your wardrobe.
I’ve already experimented with shoes, and so we thought this time we would apply the idea to skirts. Bearing in mind that many of you have asked for projects with different variations (particularly more work appropriate ones), here’s two ways to do it.
These were the skirts we found at a local thrift store. As you can see they are super basic which makes them the perfect base for a little before & after action.
DIY Scalloped Hem Skirt
You need:
- Rik rak trim (about 2m each, depending on how wide your skirts are)
- Scissors
- Pins
- Measuring tape
- Sewing machine and thread
How to:
1. Shorten the skirt to the desired length (if at all). For the navy skirt we made it 45cm (18 in) long from the waist and added 2.5cm (1 in) for a hem, we cut the lining 1cm shorter than the finished length of the outside shell to prevent it from sticking out.
2. Fold and pin the hem in place, then sew to secure. Do the same with the hem of the lining.
3. Cut two rows of rik rak trim matching the circumference of your skirt hem. Pin the two rows together to create a wider trim by slightly overlapping the edges.
4. Use a zig zag stitch on your sewing machine to join the two trims together at the overlapping edges.
5. Pin the rik rak trim in place on the skirt so that the curved edges hang over the edge, creating a scalloped hem.
6. Using a straight stitch, follow the curve of the top edge of the rik rak and sew to the skirt.
Voila!
Oh, this DIY is really quite easy – even especially for me easy enough 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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Beautiful! I love the length of the black version better than the white one, although both look wonderful of course!
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Thanks! I prefer an above the knee length generally, but in this case the midi is appealing too 🙂
Totally love how the midi skirt looks! 🙂 This way of creating a scallop edge is so simple yet looks so good! LOVE LOVE LOVE.
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I like the midi version too, even though I don’t usually go for that length!
so clever!
xo
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Thanks!
This is such a cute DIY! X
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So glad you like it! x
That requires waaay to much precision for me 😉
Hahahaha I think you could totally do it. x
Love this DIY!
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Woooooow!!! I love it!
Kisses,
Verónica
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Beautiful!
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Thanks so much!
Athough I don’t think this would suit me personally, there is just something about the process of making/adjusting things that I could just watch for hours and hours. ( or read, as in this case)
Really engaging post, basically!
Great to hear! I know what you mean, seeing the process of something really really brings it to life, even if you don’t plan on making it yourself 🙂
This is so cute! Scallops are so in right now too! Thanks for sharing 🙂
xx Annie
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I’m so glad you like it. 🙂
Amazing! I have a skirt just like this. Great way to refresh it! Thank you!
Pleasure. xx
Love the navy one. It’s a great length on my petite body 🙂
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Great to hear, it’s an easy add to any skirt you have, virtually regardless of the length 🙂
It’s so pretty and such an easy DIY! I like how you have the white top, dark skirt and vice versa
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Friends that dress together stay together, hahahaha.
Both skirts look so great x
Jessica — WS Community
Thank you! x
I love scallops as well, Topshop has a skirt I’ve been eyeing forever! I never would’ve guessed to add trim and save the time, but it’s such a great idea!
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Thanks! It’s crazy easy isn’t it? And you’ll also get that ‘I made it myself’ satisfaction.
Wow..this is yet another amazing & easy diy and the result is just fantastic. Thanks for sharing <3
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Thanks so much! I’m so glad you like it. x
Love this, a scalloped edge makes a simple piece that it more interesting
Lauren
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So true!
Now this is genius! Thanks for the great tutorial! 🙂
Ahhh, scallops are just my FAVORITE! Will you add them to all my clothes, please? 😉
Hey Geneva! Such a beautiful post.
But, what about an easy wrap skirt DIY? Pleaaaaase
Gros bisous, from Madrid xxx
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I have an Accuquilt cutter and have purchased both the rick-rack and scalloped die which I have planned to use for this very purpose. I will use it for borders on quilts, but for clothing–the hem of a shirt or skirt, I too, think it will be adorable. The benefit is that I’m not limited to color, but can use the same fabric as the garment. Can’t wait to try it…can’t wait to find some time! Thanks for the post and for revving up my interest again.