Plus-size sewing patterns for trendy, voluminous tiered skirts.

The person is looking for ways to create a specific, complex style of skirt (voluminous, layered ruffles, potentially using horsehair braid) because they find existing sellers unreliable. A commenter explicitly states a need for this style in plus sizes, highlighting a clear market gap for those who want to make it themselves.

Product Suggestion: A High-Quality Digital Sewing Pattern for a Voluminous Layered Ruffle Skirt, Specifically Graded and Instructed for an Extensive Range of Plus Sizes.

Specifics:

• Product Type: Digital information product (sewing pattern).
• Content:
  • Professionally drafted PDF sewing pattern for the skirt style described, printable in A4/Letter and A0 (copy shop) formats.
  • Detailed, illustrated step-by-step instructions covering techniques like creating large layered ruffles (potentially spiral flounces or gathered tiers), inserting horsehair braid for volume, and attaching to a waistband.
  • Comprehensive sizing chart focusing on plus sizes (e.g., US 14-34+ or equivalent), with clear instructions for choosing the right size and making common fit adjustments for plus-size bodies.
  • Fabric and notion recommendations suitable for achieving the desired look.
  • Potentially include links to short video tutorials for more complex steps.
• Target Audience: Home sewers, DIY fashion enthusiasts, particularly those in the plus-size community who struggle to find patterns for trendy, complex garments.
• Distribution: Platforms like Etsy, a dedicated e-commerce website (e.g., Shopify, Gumroad), or specialized sewing pattern marketplaces.

Expected Benefits/Revenue:

• Addresses Unmet Need: Directly caters to the expressed difficulty in finding this skirt style and the explicit demand for plus-size options for self-creation.
• Solves "Sketchy Seller" Problem: Provides a reliable, high-quality alternative for those wanting the skirt but wary of existing sellers.
• Low Production Cost (Post-Development): Digital products have minimal per-unit reproduction and distribution costs.
• Scalability: Can be sold globally to anyone with internet access.
• Revenue Model: Direct sales of the digital pattern.
  • Potential price point: $18 - $30 USD, given the complexity and niche demand, especially for well-drafted plus-size patterns.
  • If the pattern gains traction within the plus-size sewing community, it could generate significant revenue. For example, 500 sales at $20 would yield $10,000.
• Brand Building: Can establish the creator as an expert in plus-size pattern design for fashionable styles.
• Ancillary Opportunities: Could lead to creating patterns for other requested complex styles, online courses, or even physical kits if demand is high.