Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons
Bobbi skirt or pinafore sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons

Bobbi Skirt + Pinafore

PDF Sewing Pattern
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PATTERN FORMAT

A CLASSIC WITH ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

Meet Bobbi, the skirt and pinafore sewing pattern that brings timeless style to your handmade wardrobe. With a button-front opening and a choice of two versatile designs, Bobbi can be transformed with different fabrics and details to create a look that's completely your own.

The skirt features a curved, fitted waistband for a lovely shape, while the pinafore has a slim-looking bib and princess seams at the back for shaping. Choose from three pocket styles, add optional pocket flaps and belt loops for a utility-inspired finish, or keep things simple for a more understated look.

Wear your Bobbi skirt with a T-shirt in warmer weather or layer the pinafore over a blouse, roll-neck or long-sleeved top when it's cooler. It's a versatile pattern with plenty of scope for creative fabric choices and personal touches.

PATTERN FEATURES:

  • Two styles: button-front skirt or pinafore

  • Button-front opening

  • Curved, fitted waistband

  • Pinafore with slim-looking bib

  • Princess seams at the back for shaping

  • Choice of three pocket styles

  • Optional pocket flaps

  • Optional belt loops

The Bobbi skirt and pinafore is a PDF pattern only.  This pattern is not available as a printed pattern.

SKILL LEVEL - Confident beginners

PATTERN SUPPORT - Need extra Bobbi sewing help? See our FREE tutorials!

SIZE RANGE - UK 6-24 (US 2-20 / EUR 34-52)

FABRIC & SUPPLIES: See the Fabric + Supplies tab + 2 x 30-35mm (1 ¼-1 ½in) wide dungaree buckles 

MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Megan (mustard pinafore and black floral print skirt) wears a size 4 (UK 12) at the bust, graded to a size 5 (UK 14) at the waists and graded to a size 4 (UK 12) at the hip. Jess (navy pinafore and pink skirt) wears a size 9 (UK 22) at the bust and waist, graded to a size 10 (UK 24) at the hip

Size range: UK 6-24 / US 2-20 / EUR 34-52 / AUS 6-24

We label our sewing pattern sizes with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Please measure your bust, waist, and hips to determine which size(s) fit you best. The pattern instructions include a link to an article on fitting tips to help you tailor the pattern to your unique shape, including how to combine multiple sizes.

SIZE HIGH BUST BUST WAIST HIP
1
UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6
71cm
(28in)
76cm
(30in)
61cm
(24in)
84cm
(33in)
2
UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8
76cm
(30in)
81cm
(32in)
66cm
(26in)
89cm
(35in)
3
UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10
81.5cm
(32in)
86.5cm
(34in)
71cm
(28in)
94cm
(37in)
4
UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12
86.5cm
(34in)
91.5cm
(36in)
76cm
(30in)
99cm
(39in)
5
UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 12
91.5cm
(36in)
96.5cm
(38in)
81cm
(32in)
104cm
(41in)
6
UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16
96.5cm
(38in)
101.5cm
(40in)
86.5cm
(34in)
109cm
(43in)
7
UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18
101.5cm
(40in)
106.5cm
(42in)
91.5cm
(36in)
114cm
(45in)
8
UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20
107cm
(42in)
112cm
(44in)
96.5cm
(38in)
119.5cm
(47in)
9
UK 22 / US 18 / EUR 50 / AUS 22
112cm
(44in)
117cm
(46in)
101.5cm
(40in)
124.5cm
(49in)
10
UK 24 / US 20 / EUR 52 / AUS 24
117cm
(46in)
122cm
(48in)
106.5cm
(42in)
129.5cm
(51in)


Check the sewing pattern size range before buying.

Supplies

  • Fabric (see below)
  • 0.6m (⅝yd) iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
  • Matching thread and optional topstitching thread
  • 15mm (⅝in) buttons with shank:Skirt: 6 buttonsPinafore: 9 buttons for sizes 1–4; 10 buttons for sizes 5–10Add 1–3 extra buttons for optional flaps
  • For the pinafore: 2 x 30–35mm (1¼–1½in) wide dungaree buckles, plus no-sew jeans buttons
  • For pinafore and/or hip pocket versions: 0.4m (½yd) medium-weight cotton for lining
  • Sewing machine and basic tools, including buttonhole foot

Fabric Suggestions

Medium- to heavyweight woven fabrics that hold their shape, such as denim, corduroy, cotton canvas, drill, gobelin (tapestry) or velvet.

Fabric Requirements

150cm (60in) wide

Pinafore:

  • Sizes 1–5: 1.3m (1½yd)
  • Sizes 6–10: 1.5m (1¾yd)

Skirt:

- All sizes: 1.2m (1⅜yd)

115cm (45in) wide

Pinafore:

  • Sizes 1–5: 1.6m (1¾yd)
  • Sizes 6–10: 1.8m (2yd)

Skirt:

- All sizes: 1.5m (1¾yd)

PDF Pattern Only

You will receive an email immediately after purchase with a link to download your files. Need help getting started? Learn how to use digital sewing patterns. This digital version includes:

  • Single-layer PDF files – All sizes are included on one sheet (sizes cannot be hidden).
  • Not suitable for projector sewing – This pattern does not include projector files. See our projector-friendly patterns.
  • Multiple print options – Print at home on A4 or US Letter paper (using a laptop or desktop computer), or use the A0 copyshop files for professional printing.
  • Correct scaling – You’ll need Adobe Reader (free to download) to print at the correct scale.

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