HOW TO SEW A PEPLUM top cutting stitching class 2

HOW TO SEW A PEPLUM top cutting stitching class 2

What is peplum dress?

Peplum (pep-luhm) is a short, gathered, slightly flared strip of fabric attached at the waist of a woman's blouse, jacket, skirt or dress. You've probably seen them featured as you flip through this spring's latest magazine editorial

Here’s what to pair with your peplums (as shown above):

1. Top: Pair with tapered pants, skinny jeans, or a narrow pencil skirt.
2. Skirt: Wear with a fitted, tucked-in top.
3. Dress: Must fit snug, especially at the waist. Plus, make sure skirt portion is the traditional pencil shape. Select moderately thick shoe heels.

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Depending on how stretchy your fabric is, the skirt might be bigger around the waist than the shirt is. No problem, just sew down the side seams to take it in. If it’s too small, just trim 1/4-1/2 inch off the top (the inside curve of your donut) to make it a little bigger


When I first sewed mine up, I didn’t like it much. I realized I needed the waist (where the shirt and peplum meet) to be a little bit higher. So I unpicked it, cut another inch or two off the shirt, and sewed it back together. I also took it in a little more along the side seams.

Then it’s just a matter of finishing the neckline and sleeves (as usual), and giving it a hem. Very narrow hems are easiest on peplums like this one

The peplum is a trendy trend and its popularity will fade fast. So, I recommend not spending a lot of money on this fashion. But, I do suggest giving it a try. It’s fun and lends dynamism to your professional appearance.

Unfortunately, so many of us are still reluctant to attract attention to ourselves, even though we know it can be a key to our success! Peplum is like your favorite ‘Auntie Mame,’ pushing you into the spotlight in spite of your fears, knowing you can handle it with authority. It is a bold style – and that’s the beauty of the peplum! It encourages you to be confidently visible…to be seen (and to be heard)!

Have I convinced you to give the peplum trend a try this spring/summer season? If so, will you let yourself experiment with a top, skirt, dress (or jacket).

Step 1

You need a pattern which already has a peplum featured in it. Place it on a mew paper. and trace around it.

Step 2

From the side seam edge, extend tit by approx six inches.