GBSB Ep5 Inspiration: Working Out Athleisure
From activewear and French terry to technical fabrics and appliqué, we're taking inspiration from Sports Week on The Great British Sewing Bee
Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: EU 34-52 (approximately UK 6-24 based on our size chart)
Description
Silvana is an elegant midi skirt sewing pattern with a softly flared silhouette and a striking front slit. Inspired by classic tailoring, it features Italian pockets, a slim waistband with belt loops and a flattering fitted shape, making it equally suited to everyday wear or smarter occasions.
Recommended Fabric
Medium-weight woven fabrics (160–300gsm) with a soft drape, including viscose or Tencel™ twill, lightweight wool, linen, dupion and soft jacquard. Avoid stiff fabrics, as they won't allow the pleats to drape correctly.
Fabric required (140cm wide)
EU 34–38: 1.1m | EU 40–44: 1.4m | EU 46–52: 1.6m
Please note
Silvana is an intermediate sewing pattern. Key techniques include sewing Italian pockets, front pleats, a front slit, a fitted waistband and an invisible zip.
Notions
Delivery & Returns
Processing Your Order: We aim to dispatch all orders within 1-2 working days. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your order is handled with care and sent out promptly.
UK Delivery:
Royal Mail Tracked 48 - 2nd Class Delivery: This is our standard Royal Mail service. Delivery is typically estimated at 2–3 working days from dispatch, although times can vary.
Royal Mail Tracked 24 - 1st Class Delivery: A faster Royal Mail option, typically estimated at 1–2 working days from dispatch. Please note that this is not a guaranteed next day service.
Courier Delivery: We offer a courier service via Parcelforce for customers requiring a faster delivery option. We aim to dispatch eligible orders placed before 1pm on the same working day, but this cannot be guaranteed. Courier delivery is generally expected on the next working day following dispatch. Orders placed on Friday may not be collected until the following Monday. This service is tracked.
We process orders Monday to Friday, so weekend orders begin processing the following Monday.
We deliver worldwide - view our full list of international destinations.
All delivery times are estimates and may be affected by circumstances outside our control once your parcel has been handed to the delivery provider.
We want you to love your order! If you’re not completely happy, you can return items within 28 days of receiving your order.
Please note that fabrics are cut to order, so a restocking fee may apply. Some items are non-returnable except where faulty or not as described.
Maison Fauve - Silvana Skirt Sewing Pattern is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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