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Making tulle, [[Make a Tutu|tutu]] styles dresses is fast, easy, and fun for both you and your child. It is a quick way to create a colorful dress-up outfit fit for a princess, ballerina or a fairy. This article will not only show you how to make a basic tutu-style outfit, but also give you ideas on how to decorate it and make some accessories to go with it. | Making tulle, [[Make a Tutu|tutu]] styles dresses is fast, easy, and fun for both you and your child. It is a quick way to create a colorful dress-up outfit fit for a princess, ballerina or a fairy. This article will not only show you how to make a basic tutu-style outfit, but also give you ideas on how to decorate it and make some accessories to go with it. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
=== Taking Measurements and Cutting === | === Taking Measurements and Cutting === | ||
| − | #Measure around the child's chest. Take a measuring tape and wrap it around your child's chest, just below the armpits. This is where the elastic will sit. Subtract 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) from that measurement. This is how long you will be cutting the elastic for the top of the dress.<ref>TulleGal, [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbiyUf7Ie3o&feature=youtu.be&t=1m30s How to Make a Tutu Dress]</ref> | + | #Measure around the child's chest. Take a measuring tape and wrap it around your child's chest, just below the armpits. This is where the elastic will sit. Subtract 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) from that measurement. This is how long you will be cutting the elastic for the top of the dress.<ref name="rf1">TulleGal, [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbiyUf7Ie3o&feature=youtu.be&t=1m30s How to Make a Tutu Dress]</ref> |
#Measure around the child's waist. Take a measuring tape and wrap it around your child's waist. Subtract 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) from that measurement. This will be for the waistband of your dress. | #Measure around the child's waist. Take a measuring tape and wrap it around your child's waist. Subtract 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) from that measurement. This will be for the waistband of your dress. | ||
#Cut the elastic. Find some elastic that is about ½ to ¾ inch (1.27 to 1.90 centimeters) wide and cut it according to the measurements that you took for the top of the dress ad for the waist. You will end up with two pieces of elastic. | #Cut the elastic. Find some elastic that is about ½ to ¾ inch (1.27 to 1.90 centimeters) wide and cut it according to the measurements that you took for the top of the dress ad for the waist. You will end up with two pieces of elastic. | ||
#Attach the ends of the elastic. Take your top elastic and bring the two ends together, forming a circle. Overlap the ends by placing one on top of the other. Secure the two ends with fabric glue, hot glue, or superglue. You can also sew the ends down using a needle and thread. This will make the dress more durable. Repeat the process for the waistband. | #Attach the ends of the elastic. Take your top elastic and bring the two ends together, forming a circle. Overlap the ends by placing one on top of the other. Secure the two ends with fabric glue, hot glue, or superglue. You can also sew the ends down using a needle and thread. This will make the dress more durable. Repeat the process for the waistband. | ||
#Purchase some spools of tulle. Tulle sold by the spool is about 6 inches (15.24 centimeters) wide, which makes it the perfect size for making a tutu dress. You can find it at most arts and crafts stores. Tulle by the spool comes in many different colors. It is also available with glitter embedded in it. Sometimes, it has glittered patterns, such as dots, wavy lines, and swirls. You can purchase the tulle all in the same color and pattern, or you can purchase different colors and patterns to create a multi-colored dress. | #Purchase some spools of tulle. Tulle sold by the spool is about 6 inches (15.24 centimeters) wide, which makes it the perfect size for making a tutu dress. You can find it at most arts and crafts stores. Tulle by the spool comes in many different colors. It is also available with glitter embedded in it. Sometimes, it has glittered patterns, such as dots, wavy lines, and swirls. You can purchase the tulle all in the same color and pattern, or you can purchase different colors and patterns to create a multi-colored dress. | ||
| − | #* If you are making a short dress, or a dress for a baby or toddler, you will need two or three spools of tulle.<ref>Crafty Guides, [http://www.craftyguides.com/free-tutu-instructions.html Free Tutu Instructions]</ref> | + | #* If you are making a short dress, or a dress for a baby or toddler, you will need two or three spools of tulle.<ref name="rf2">Crafty Guides, [http://www.craftyguides.com/free-tutu-instructions.html Free Tutu Instructions]</ref> |
| − | #* If you are making a longer dress, or a dress for an older child, you will need three or four spools of tulle.<ref | + | #* If you are making a longer dress, or a dress for an older child, you will need three or four spools of tulle.<ref name="rf2" /> |
| − | #Decide on the length of the dress. Take the measuring tape and place one end at the armpit, where the elastic band will sit. Measure down to where you want the dress to end and add 3 to 4 inches (7.62 to 10.16 centimeters) to the length. This is because the tulle will poof up when you tie it to the elastic, making it appear shorter.<ref>Beehive and Bird's Nest, [http://www.beehiveandbirdsnest.com/2011/10/how-to-make-a-very-full-tutu.html How to Make a Very Full Tutu]</ref> | + | #Decide on the length of the dress. Take the measuring tape and place one end at the armpit, where the elastic band will sit. Measure down to where you want the dress to end and add 3 to 4 inches (7.62 to 10.16 centimeters) to the length. This is because the tulle will poof up when you tie it to the elastic, making it appear shorter.<ref name="rf3">Beehive and Bird's Nest, [http://www.beehiveandbirdsnest.com/2011/10/how-to-make-a-very-full-tutu.html How to Make a Very Full Tutu]</ref> |
#Find a piece of cardboard that is the length of your dress. The board must also include the 3 to 4 inches (7.62 to 10.16 centimeters) that you added to the length. You can also use a picture frame, a baking sheet, or anything else, so long as it is the right length and not too thick. | #Find a piece of cardboard that is the length of your dress. The board must also include the 3 to 4 inches (7.62 to 10.16 centimeters) that you added to the length. You can also use a picture frame, a baking sheet, or anything else, so long as it is the right length and not too thick. | ||
#Wrap the tulle around the length of the board. Place one end of the tulle along the bottom edge of your board and begin wrapping it around the board. Do this until you have used up the entire spool. | #Wrap the tulle around the length of the board. Place one end of the tulle along the bottom edge of your board and begin wrapping it around the board. Do this until you have used up the entire spool. | ||
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#Embellish the waistband with glitter. If you used a plain ribbon for the waistband, you can draw swirls and squiggles on it using glittery or pearlescent puff paint. | #Embellish the waistband with glitter. If you used a plain ribbon for the waistband, you can draw swirls and squiggles on it using glittery or pearlescent puff paint. | ||
#Make a dress fit for a princess with rhinestones. Purchase some rhinestones and glue them to the waistband of the dress using fabric glue or hot glue. You can also outline each rhinestone with glittery puff paint for extra sparkle. | #Make a dress fit for a princess with rhinestones. Purchase some rhinestones and glue them to the waistband of the dress using fabric glue or hot glue. You can also outline each rhinestone with glittery puff paint for extra sparkle. | ||
| − | #Decorate the skirt of the dress. Glue some silk or ribbon flowers to several strands of tulle on the skirt of the dress. You can also glue craft butterflies and appliqués.<ref>The Hair Bow Company, [http://www.thehairbowcompany.com/DIY-Tutus-Dresses_bc_8.html DIY Tutu Dresses]</ref> If the dress is for a little witch instead, use some plastic spiders instead for a scary effect. | + | #Decorate the skirt of the dress. Glue some silk or ribbon flowers to several strands of tulle on the skirt of the dress. You can also glue craft butterflies and appliqués.<ref name="rf4">The Hair Bow Company, [http://www.thehairbowcompany.com/DIY-Tutus-Dresses_bc_8.html DIY Tutu Dresses]</ref> If the dress is for a little witch instead, use some plastic spiders instead for a scary effect. |
| − | #Add a ruffle effect. To make the tutu dress look ruffled, take a contrasting color of tulle and cut it into 5-inch (12.70-centimeter) wide strips. This will leave you with 5 by 6 inch (12.70 by 15.24 centimeter) rectangles. Take a rectangle it turn it horizontally, so that the short ends are facing left and right, and the long ends are facing the floor an ceiling. Hold it against one of the strips of tulle from the dress. Position it so that it is about 2 ½ inches (6.35 centimeters) from the bottom, and tie a knot.<ref>Wild Flowers and Whimsy, [http://www.wildflowersandwhimsy.com/2010/11/petti-tutu-tutorial/ Petti Tutu Tutorial]</ref> | + | #Add a ruffle effect. To make the tutu dress look ruffled, take a contrasting color of tulle and cut it into 5-inch (12.70-centimeter) wide strips. This will leave you with 5 by 6 inch (12.70 by 15.24 centimeter) rectangles. Take a rectangle it turn it horizontally, so that the short ends are facing left and right, and the long ends are facing the floor an ceiling. Hold it against one of the strips of tulle from the dress. Position it so that it is about 2 ½ inches (6.35 centimeters) from the bottom, and tie a knot.<ref name="rf5">Wild Flowers and Whimsy, [http://www.wildflowersandwhimsy.com/2010/11/petti-tutu-tutorial/ Petti Tutu Tutorial]</ref> |
| − | #Create a petal effect. You can make the dress look like it is made from flower petals by knotting the bottom end of each strand of tulle. Try to get the knot as close to the end as possible, and tie it tightly. Use a pair of scissors to snip any extra tulle off, and try to cut as close to the bottom of the knot as possible.<ref>The Hair Bow Company, [https://www.thehairbowcompany.com/fairy-tutu-dress-tutorial.html Fairy Tutu Dress Tutorial]</ref> | + | #Create a petal effect. You can make the dress look like it is made from flower petals by knotting the bottom end of each strand of tulle. Try to get the knot as close to the end as possible, and tie it tightly. Use a pair of scissors to snip any extra tulle off, and try to cut as close to the bottom of the knot as possible.<ref name="rf6">The Hair Bow Company, [https://www.thehairbowcompany.com/fairy-tutu-dress-tutorial.html Fairy Tutu Dress Tutorial]</ref> |
#Make a tattered skirt. You can cut the strips of tulle that make up the skirt of the dress into different lengths, creating a tattered effect. This is perfect for a little pirate or witch! | #Make a tattered skirt. You can cut the strips of tulle that make up the skirt of the dress into different lengths, creating a tattered effect. This is perfect for a little pirate or witch! | ||
#Add a [[Make a Cone Hat|cone hat]]. If this dress is for a princess, you could make a cone hat to go with it. Simply roll a piece of poster board into a cone shape, and tape it shut. Decorate the cone hat with tulle, rhinestones, and glitter. | #Add a [[Make a Cone Hat|cone hat]]. If this dress is for a princess, you could make a cone hat to go with it. Simply roll a piece of poster board into a cone shape, and tape it shut. Decorate the cone hat with tulle, rhinestones, and glitter. | ||
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#* You can also use other items to top the wand, such as Christmas ornaments, silk flowers, and plastic figurines. | #* You can also use other items to top the wand, such as Christmas ornaments, silk flowers, and plastic figurines. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
