What materials are suitable for manufacturing
The best material for a full skirt is American nylon. It holds its shape well, but is also quite soft, which is good for babies.
The width of this material is about 20 cm and this is quite enough to sew a short skirt for a baby. But unfortunately, it is quite difficult to find it on sale. Therefore, tulle may be an alternative. Choose tulle of medium hardness, because too soft will not hold its shape, and hard tulle will prick.
The fabric is cut into strips. The width of the strip is about 15 cm, and the length is double + 2 cm.
Skirts in several colors look very nice.
Skirt material
Tulle is a thin, transparent synthetic fabric. Previously, tulle was used only for decoration, as an element of embroidery and when sewing ballet tutus. Then the range of its use expanded, and designers began to create skirts, capes and shirts from it.
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There are three main types of tulle on sale:
- hard;
- average;
- soft.
Hard and medium tulle may not be pleasant to the body due to their rough texture, but they hold their shape well. These types of fabrics are suitable for lined skirts. The airiness and flexibility of soft tulle make it possible to use it to create skirts from fabric strips: it can be easily tied into knots with an elastic band, while it will not puff up and will retain its airiness. In handicraft stores you can find scraps of canvas, which will cost less. From these colorful pieces you can create a fluffy tutu skirt for a costume party.
Step-by-step execution of a tutu skirt
Stages of sewing a tutu skirt:
- First you need to prepare the necessary material - tulle, elastic or satin ribbon and lining.
- If you plan to sew a tulle sun skirt, then you need to make a pattern in advance.
- After this we begin to make a pattern.
- The edges of the petticoat should be slightly shorter than the product itself.
- After this we move on to sewing the elastic.
- We decorate the finished product.
So, the first option for making a tulle skirt with a satin ribbon. The fabric is cut into strips; make the length twice as long as the desired length of the finished product. After this, fold the ribbon and tie it around the belt.
We tie the belt with tulle blanks so that there are no voids. If desired, the knots can be covered with fabric or decorated with something, but more on that a little later.
A product made with a satin ribbon has a big disadvantage - the likelihood that the skirt will come undone at the most inopportune moment. Therefore, it will be much more practical to use a wide elastic band. The length of the elastic should be measured around the waist circumference of about 2 cm. Do not forget to allow for a seam allowance. The elastic is sewn and put on the jar to make it easier to put on tulle ribbons.
For a tutu skirt, not only a wide elastic band is suitable, but also a narrow one. When making a skirt, you can tie two ribbons at a time, then the product will turn out even more magnificent.
The finished product can be decorated along the edge with a satin ribbon, but for this you will definitely need a sewing machine. The result is amazing, although it is done in a matter of minutes. The ribbon is chosen to match the color of the tulle. Do not forget that the threads must also be of the appropriate shade.
Important! On cut pieces of tape, it is imperative to burn the edges with matches.
The same ribbon can be used to decorate the waistband of a skirt, thereby hiding knots that do not always look aesthetically pleasing.
The result is impressive.
In addition, the corners can be made sharp; for this, tulle strips are cut at an angle. When making an outfit of several tiers, you can first tie tulle of one color, and then another. Or arrange multi-colored stripes at the same time. In addition, stripes of other material can be added to the tulle. Also, a tutu skirt can be made from another material, for example, knitwear, velor, but such a voluminous effect cannot be achieved.
Knitted skirt
A tutu skirt can be made with a special knitted elastic band, which is often used for headbands for babies. Making a tutu skirt using this blank is as easy as shelling pears. You can purchase such a blank at any craft store.
You can fill only a couple of bottom rows so that the openwork elastic remains at the top, or you can fill it completely with strips of tulle or other material.
But keep in mind that if you completely tie the entire elastic band, the outfit will turn out to be much heavier and you will need a lot of fabric to make it.
In addition to the elastic band, you can tie a satin ribbon into such a skirt. You need to cut the ribbon based on the child’s waist circumference + bow. Tighten the ribbon into the elastic band using a pin. After this, the edges of the ribbon are sealed with matches. The result is a very fluffy tutu with a belt that can be adjusted.
Attention! You need to start tightening the ribbon in the place where you want the bow to be.
If for some reason you were unable to find such an elastic band, you can make it yourself. It is knitted very simply using a crochet hook and stretch threads.
If you do not have the opportunity to purchase such threads, then even the most ordinary ones are suitable for knitting such an elastic band. In this case, you need to knit a belt that matches the child’s waist, and the skirt will be fastened with buttons on the side or tied with a ribbon.
In addition, you can make knitted flowers to decorate a fluffy skirt.
How to make a children's skirt from tulle (tutu skirt, tutu skirt)?
For every holiday, the little princess just needs a new outfit! And what would a suit be without a fluffy tulle skirt? Such skirts have several other names: tutu skirt, tutu skirt. Every mother can give such a skirt and become a fairy godmother for her beloved Cinderella. You just need to show your imagination and spend a little time. Plus, you don’t have to sew at all!
The following materials are needed for the skirt:
- tulle of one or more colors;
- sewing elastic band (width 2-4 cm);
- scissors, cardboard, centimeter, glue gun.
Tulle can be purchased at any store that sells fabrics. It comes in different colors, but if you are making a skirt for a carnival costume, then choose one with sparkles. Tulle also has different hardness. Choose it depending on the desired effect. If you want the skirt to be full and stick out, then you need a material with a high degree of rigidity, but it can scratch thin tights.
Step 1. The basis for the skirt’s waistband will be a wide elastic band. Its length should be three centimeters less than the baby’s waist circumference. Add a little extra seam allowance to join the edges. Cut off the required amount of elastic.
Using a glue gun, secure the elastic sections together.
Step 2. The tulle must be cut into strips. It is most convenient to use the material in spools; in this form, tulle has smooth edges. To cut uniform strips, wrap it in several layers around a cardboard rectangle. Its height will be equal to the length of the skirt. Now cut the tulle on one of the folds. This will result in pieces of the same length.
Step 3. The entire process of creating a full tulle skirt will involve tying strips of fabric to an elastic band. You can make this easier based on. To do this, use the cardboard that helped you cut the material. Put a rubber band on it.
To make an even knot that will not be visible on the belt, you need to follow these steps. Fold one strip of tulle in half and place the fold under the elastic. Thread the loose ends of the fabric through the loop formed on top of the elastic. Tighten the knot well.
Step 4. Tie all the remaining strips of tulle in this way. For an interesting skirt color, tie tulle alternately with different shades and sparkles. But you can also use plain material. Tie the entire elastic band this way on both sides of the cardboard.
The holiday skirt is ready!
Such a skirt can be turned into an original dress if you tie strips of fabric with a decorative elastic band. These elastic bands are used to decorate hair. The technique of tying tulle is the same as in the previous version. Just make the knots not through the entire elastic band, but from one edge.
Or tie a wide satin ribbon below the elastic band with knots, and you will get an unusual corset for the dress.
In just one hour, you can make the most beautiful skirt for your princess. It can be used for a carnival costume or dress for any occasion. Let your baby be the most beautiful!
DIY tutu skirts for girls
There are several varieties that differ in splendor, length, and colors.
- The most common option is considered to be tutu, where strips of the same length from the mesh are tied onto an elastic band.
- A new version of the skirt is a tulle skirt with a satin ribbon along the edge.
- A tulle skirt with rose petals in it looks original.
- Buboes can also be used as a bright filler.
