Fabric Tutu Tutorial & GIVEAWAY!!!!

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

 Fabric Tutu Tutorial 

(Aren't these the cutest pictures ever of the tutu?? They turned out so cute! Thanks to Photography by Stacy!)

Okay so this is how you make it!
This is a really simple tutorial that requires no sewing and uses fabric scraps that you already have!
And if you know how to make a tulle tutu you already know how to make a fabric one!

Here is what you will need...
Fabric of your choice (you can use several different patterns or the same one)
Elastic


First cut everything into the right sizes..
Newborn - 6months: waist 14", length 6/7"
6-12 months: waist 16", length 7/8"
12months - 2Toddler: waist 18", length 9"
2Toddler - 3Toddler: waist 19", length 10"
4 Toddler - 5Toddler: waist 20", length 11"
5Toddler - 6Toddler: waist 21", length 12"

Make sure to double the length of and cut everything an inch larger than the sizes above.

Now with the elastic you can sew the ends together (seems to hold tightest), sew them by hand or simply tie the elastic in a knot.


Cut your fabric according the measurements above making them about 2 inches wide. I also cut the ends in a diagonal. 


I put my elastic around a paper towel roll, makes it easier to tie the tulle.
Next, fold the fabric in half and wrap the loop end under the elastic..


Reach under and through the loop grasping the strip. Pull the tail through the loop.
This then makes a slip knot, pull it tight. But be careful tying fabric strips around the elastic to not stretch out the band.


Continue doing this around the waist band.
Then you are done!
So Simple.


And turns out so cute!


To purchase one of my custom fabric tutus
BUT WAIT...
I am going to give this one away! All you have to do is go to the Mommy's Little Sunshine Facebook page, "LIKE" it, then comment below the picture of which size you want and I will pick a winner on Saturday, January 28th!

Giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner. Stay tuned for more prizes and giveaways.



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9 Responses to “Fabric Tutu Tutorial & GIVEAWAY!!!!”

  1. StephanieJanuary 26, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    Super Cute!! If I find out I'm having a girl I can't wait to make these!

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  2. StephanieJanuary 26, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    Shoot, I didn't see this was a giveaway too!! I already like your on facebook! I would LOVE a size 6-12mos!!

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  3. {LifeWellDecorated}January 27, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    Super cute! I liked your facebook page and commented! My little Neely would love to win a 5T.

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  4. ~The Dippold'sMarch 21, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    These are super cute! How do you keep them looking nice and not worn after washing them?

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  5. bmr0324April 16, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    These are so cute. Did you heat seal or fray check the fabric?

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  6. UnknownNovember 11, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    Is this where u comment because I looked all over your page and didn't see anything there haha, but of course, I'm still half asleep. Anyway, I'd love to win a 5T for my beautiful princess. :)They are SOOOOOO cute!!!!!

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  7. UnknownDecember 13, 2015 at 6:11 AM

    How do you stop the fabric from freying?

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  8. UnknownDecember 13, 2015 at 6:11 AM

    How do you stop the fabric from freying?

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  9. Tasty DestinationDecember 22, 2015 at 8:00 AM

    thanks I am going to try that ..you make it look easy ..and beautiful haberdashery

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