Custom tailored skirt

Custom tailored skirt for Susanne, who use a wheelchair.

Description
The skirt is sewn according to a custom fitted pattern. It is higher in back and fits when sitting. The zipper opens and closes using a fabric loop in matching colors. Half of the length of the front of the skirt is pleated. The back features sewn-in pleats with elastic fabric.

Authors comments
The skirt fits well. The elastic inserts in back prevent the skirt from becoming too tight. Only half the length of the skirt is pleated, so the skirt fits nicely while giving the impression of being pleated.

Build instructions
Please see www.independentliving.org to learn how to make your own pattern.
Tip for persons with poor hand function: use iron-on tape for hems; no pins needed. (Idea: Meagan, Fashion: Freaks)

Manufacturer
Fashion Freaks, www.independentliving.org (last checked May 2011)

Idea
Susanne Berg; Design Meagan Whellans

Paid for by
The user

Tip is dated from 2005

Categories for this tip
self care » dressing, Tips and tricks from people with High tetraplegia with partly function in arms/hands (C5-6, ASIA A, B).