Bel Skirt Digital Sewing Pattern
PDF pattern, delivered instantly!
"The most fun I've had making a pattern in aaaages." -Kelly S.
Delivered instantly via email
Easy to follow, fully illustrated instructions
Inclusive Sizing: XXS-5X
Includes print-at-home and large format files
The skirt that’s so simple it is brilliant. I sometimes find skirts too fussy for my taste, so I created the most pared-down version of this garment–nothing less and nothing more than exactly what was needed. It has enough length to show some leg but also provides modest coverage, a generous hem to add luxe weight and body to the fabric, and just enough gathering to add fullness and movement at the hip but not become bulky at the waist.
Deep, sleek inseam pockets provide plenty of room for storing odds and ends along with a place to keep your hands occupied (we all know how useful pockets are for those of us that need somewhere to put our hands!). This pattern includes our production method for inserting pockets–it can be a bit of a mind-bender, but once you've done it you'll have the cleanest, professional finished pocket and you will feel so proud!
Required Fabric, Tools, & Notions
Pattern Sizing & Fit
Techniques
Bundle & Save
Save 40% with one of our curated bundles!
WHAT MAKES OUR PATTERNS DIFFERENT
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES
My patterns feature the same sewing methods and construction techniques that are used to produce my garments at scale, making your sewing projects simpler, more efficient, and more fun.
TRIED & TESTED STYLES
My patterns have been in production and sold as finished garments for nearly a decade. I know these silhouettes work, I've made them in a myriad of different fabrics, I've incorporated years of customer fit and wear feedback over time, and thousands of folks have purchased and worn these styles, so you know they'll stand the test of time.
INCLUSIVE SIZING
All my patterns are available in the same size range as our finished products, which includes sizes XXS-4XL, and I'm always working towards including more folks in our size offerings.
BEAUTIFUL INSTRUCTIONS
I relish in finding beauty and joy in small doses everywhere I can, and our detailed, thorough instructions for each pattern are no exception. They are designed to be inspiring and fun to look at as you sew through our styles, and hopefully return to them again and again.
LIFETIME ACCESS
Pattern files are constantly improving based on customer feedback and my own experience, and every pattern purchase gains you access to the the most current version. When updates are made, you'll automatically receive an e-mail with new files.
Experience the Joy
of building a garment from scratch
Take Your Sewing Skills to the Next Level
Liz Teaches Virtual Sewing Workshops
Customers praised this sewing pattern for "clear instructions" and "ingenious pocket construction." Shoppers loved the versatile design and comfortable fit. Some found the waistband technique challenging, preferring a casing method. The length runs long for many. Overall, a highly recommended pattern with "perfect shape."
Love love love the skirt pattern. A dream to make and a dream on me! Will make this over and over!
Pattern went together well.
This is my first time seeing a skirt and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy the pattern was to follow. I love the pockets and how the elastic can be serged to the fabric. I made this skirt using a ripped linen bedsheet so intended for it to just be a “trial run,” but I ended up loving it so much that I wore it out for 2 days straight. I’m looking forward to making another linen and a washable silk version!
Beautiful skirt and very clear instructions
Great drafting and instructions
Why pay for what looks like a super basic gathered elastic waist skirt? The POCKETS!!! Seriously this is a very interesting construction method that results in the best looking on-seam pockets that I have ever made. I took about 9 inches off the length since I prefer a true just below the knee midi length, and also because that's what I could get out of the amount of fabric left over from another project. A+ will make again.
I have been sewing since childhood but only recently started sewing clothes for myself. This skirt was my first ever skirt and also the first time I followed written instructions and not a step by step video tutorial. I enjoyed the process so much! I made a mistake somewhere in the process of sewing the pocket bags to the skirt body but I was able to improvise my way through the process and the final result is identical to the pattern picture. I have the fabric for the next two skirts already cut and ready to go, I highly recommend this pattern.
Finally writing my review, as I’ve had my pattern pieces cut for months and just got around to sewing it today. This is my first make of a skirt and I was a little intimidated by the pocket instructions, but they were so thoroughly explained that taking it step by step worked out perfectly. This skirt is going to be a staple in my wardrobe.
It's such a great pattern! Perfect shape. Feels swishy but also clean and contemporary. I made it in the ES line gauze and it's such a soft and breathable garment. I didn't add the pockets as I don't generally include them in skirts, I feel they add too much bulk at the hips – I appreciated that the instructions give you the option of skipping straight to the step after the pockets. I also made a waistband casing for the elastic as I don't find sewing the elastic to the fabric while stretching it out very fun, it's also impossible to change or amend the elastic if it's too tight or loose. Will be making more Bel skirts for sure, it's the design that drew me to ES in the first place and I was so happy when they released the pattern.
I loved the finished skirt and can’t wait to make more in different fabrics for every occasion. The waistband insertion was frustrating with trying to topstitch it down. It gave neat finish in the end but I probably would have preferred the casing method.
I was very pleased with how this skirt fits and looks. The instructions were great, the pockets are lovely and the shape is perfect. It is extremely comfortable and easy to wear.
This was the perfect pattern for me to sew to get back to the craft after an ~8 month hiatus. The instructions were impeccable and I am still awed by the perfect inset pockets! I am also delighted that the length is longer than I expected. I wound up still lengthening it by about an inch, but it all worked out really well. The icing on the cake is that I sewed it using your midweight linen and it is exceptionally comfortable but still chic.
Fabulous pattern! Ingenious and beautiful pocket construction: had to read the instructions about 20 times but nearly wept with joy at the way they came together … just enough fabric to give the right amount of swing to it without being bulky … lovely deep hem … perfectly balanced … very classy garment indeed … will be making more of these … off to make Florence trousers now with Bel pockets … and please can we have a pattern for Clyde culottes?
I'm an intermediate sewer and for my level this pattern was a little challenging. I messed up the pockets and had to assemble them in away that was more intuitive for me. I had the most trouble with folding over the waistband, stitching, and getting a nice result. Eventually, I gave up and made an attached waistband that gave me more control to arrange the gathers in a flattering manor. It was a great learning project and like my final result very much.
Versatile and easy pattern
I love this new pattern from Elizabeth Suzann - especially the pockets. These are great pockets - large, and so far things don't fall out easily. I also like the 3" hem - it adds substance. The waist is nice too, although it is quite a bit of work to change it out if you want to take in or let out the elastic; I think on my next skirt I'll make a casing. The overall length is a bit long - I'm 5'5" and took off about 3". I made this out of a medium-heavy weight linen and love it. I think I've worn it almost every day since it was finished.
It's just the type of skirt I was looking for.
Wonderful skirt pattern! Very easy to sew. I made it in a lovely viscose fabric.
Really easy to follow instructions. Great pocket fitting. My only suggestions would be markings for height variations as you have in your other patterns, or at least a recommended line of where to make changes.