Because of the fabric type, I left the bottom edge of the skirt unhemmed. I am quite new to sewing but I love the idea of a circle skirt. On the circle skirt, how do you recommend ironing down and sewing the outer edge of the circle skirt nicely? Hope this helps others. Do you use elastic thread or regular on the waistband. What do ya know. Where did you find 60 fabric?? did you ever try? I actually made 2 circles so one could act as a slip and then I sewed tulle between the layers to make a non-itchy crinoline. Also, if I am attaching this to a shirt to make a dress, how would I do that? Hope that helps! Thanks for the shot of confidence! Thought you may want to see my take on it: http://twoohtwoseven.blogspot.com/2012/10/31-days-of-shut-up-and-sew-circle-skirt.html, (Spoiler alert: dying white elastic chocolate brown is not the best idea!). Pin in one spot first, then cut that distance in half across the circle and pin that spot, then cut that spot in half, etc. My friend and I made your circle skirt yesterday for her Grand Daughter. Would it still sit well? Then lengthen your stitch. Dana, this skirt is fantastic. I made one of these today and it went so well. And enjoy a little treat. * I recommend sticking to very lightweight fabrics. Im making one of these for my little one as part of my stash busting sewing weekend. I want to do a circle skirt on a dress for my 3 year old. Can you assist me? This will cause the fabric to gather up on the elastic and stretch a bit when you wear the skirt. I love this tutorial. I have been making skirts using that adorable pre-ruffled fabric like the yellow you used on the cute swimsuit, and attaching an exposed elastic waistband. I always get complimented for my skirts. ~ Dori ~. Please,Please Help Babs. (I make mine down to the floor though, usually takes about five yards of fabric, so the circle is actually two pieces of fabric) It pleases me to see someone else using the math rather than a bought pattern (I thought I was the only one who did that!) you can do 2 semicircles or even 4, quarter circles.youll just have more seams. Thanks so much for the pattern and tips. ft. roll, even on Amazon.com. So simple, straightforward and clearly explained. Hi and thank you fro the tutorial. That would eliminate the need to turn up the serger edge on your skirt? My granddaughter has the same waist measurement as the circle skirt example above 19. My daughters class is doing a 50s party for the 50th day of school on 10/30. What do you mean semi circles with 45 fabric for womens skirts? Thank you for the inspiration! F.U.N. (She originally wanted a Poodle Skirt, but saw Polka Dot material like your yellow/black skirt so decided to that instead, plus she wanted it with a little tulle under it.) Im new to this and have some beautiful fabric but im not sure about this one part. The flannel is kind of see thru too, so Im wondering if I should make a slip for under it? I just made first circle skirt, just in time for swing class tonight! I found this linked on Pinterest. I made one for my friend,but it was a dress actually,all those super duper math really worked! Im in love with the pattern . Like a maxi skirt. I used a cotton sheet and elastic I cut out of old yoga pants. Make one for you! So, so, so helpful. Great tutorial. Thanks! We just need to hem the skirt. thanks for the less expensive alternative! Thanks Again XOXO Fe. I love this site, and all of your tutorials! Any advice for how to cut a layered circle skirt? Worked beautifully!!! http://whatdoesshedoallday.com/2012/04/26/nap-time-craft-time-circle-skirt/. Thank you so much for taking the time to figure out the math and take all the photos for this awesome tutorial! http://miamoonloves.blogspot.tw/2013/01/new-year-new-adventures.html. My teen girls wear them to school and church. I would love to use left over fabric I have, basically make 6 or 8 panesls. Thanks! Thank you for you time and help!! I used an up-cycled elastic waistband from a pair of my daughters old shorts. Very clear. I finished the hem with contrasting fabric bias tape. Now I am working on making one for my 14 year old! I dyed it. Love your site! Its a little heavier, but its worked for me! Can I use 1 in elastic or does it have to be 2 inch? Thank you SOOOOOOOOOOO much for this perfectly put-together instructional guide!!! I love your website, by the way. Thanks for the great tutorial! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the poodle skirt I made for my 9 year old for the Father/Daughter Sock Hop turned out better than I could have hoped! Great instructions. I did a rolled hem for the first time and it worked out pretty well. One for the front of the skirt and then two 1/4 pieces for the back . I bought 25m of 2 elastic, so I guess I should get off the computer and start making more circle skirts! I have looked and cant find any (other than silk and flannel)! Thanks! Is that possible? made this last night and it tuned out awesome. How old is Lucy here? I wanted mine to end just below my knees so I measured from my waist to just below my knee and got 22. Very simple and easy to follow. But you could experiment with other feet that can do a rolled hem or other options. Treat her skirt like the skirt for a curvy adult, but in miniature scale- make the smaller circle for her hip measurement and the elastic for her waist measurement. It just depends on your preference. Thanks so much for this tutorial. I had just bought a refurb sewing machine and started attempting to sew. But I would encourage doing the elastic shirring yourself. Thanks for the great pattern! -I also marked with chalk the elastic in 1/4s (front-center, back-center, left side, right side) and also the skirt, so I could just match up those points and easily pin. This is not the first time I have gone back to it for reference. Ive tried to keep it as simple as possible with a small diagram and a few definitions: Circumference = the entire distance around a circle (in this case, your waist length, plus 2 inches) Radius = the distance from the center of the circle to the outside of the circle pi (that funny symbol below) = 3.14 (approximately). I later saw the pictures as i was about signing out. Serge around the waist. that is a cute and easy way of making one. Hope you get a chance to see my pic! I have a serger, and it took me only 45 minutes from start to finish! When youre done, it should look like this on the right side: Add a label if youd like and youre ready to attach the waistband to your skirt. I picked a jersey in old mauve with little white polka dots. there seems to be about 4 inches of give in the wasit as written, but in some cases I need 5 or 6. Thanks for a terrific tutorial! Is 3 am, and I just finished making my circle skirt. I refer to it in my blog, as the inspiration for a circle skirt made for my daughter: http://poppygoeshappy.wordpress.com/2012/11/02/the-princess-pony-skirt/. Here is the finished skirt and blouse I made, http://carlasinspirations.blogspot.com/2012/09/handmade-circle-skirt-and-peasant-shirt.html. I wish Id known this technique when I was making skirts for square dancing! https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/535510_3369823721179_1136795701_3140171_580506562_n.jpg, so pretty! And now, itll hopefully help my readers because I linked to it several times in my tute today. Im afraid the skirt will be raised in the back and longer in the front. Do you think the pre-smocked fabrc they have at Jo-Anns would work for the waist? I am pretty sure my little girls need about a dozen more in different prints , Thank you so much for the simplified version of the circular skirt. This is so simple! Going to try and make this for my daughter today. Probably you would have guessed it by now Im a beginner in sewing and have only fixed a couple of buttons or stitched a lose thread. So nice of you to reply right nowyou must be so busy with baby Clara! Question: I would like to use one piece of fabric that has a directional design. Ive made the skirt for my 4 year old and she just loves it. not sure you still monitor this as it is several years old.. but if anyone has the answer, I would be greatly appreciative. Can you assist? This is only the second thing Ive ever sewn in my life and it turned out great! I thought I had enough tulle for 4 layers, but after cutting I see that I only have enough for three. Fantastic tutorial. Is that too complicated for a comment?? How much fabric do you need for a womens skirt? It will create a very subtle gather to the skirt but will make it easier to get the skirt on and off. Make your pattern first and then work out the math. My waist is 30, then my hips are 36. I use a roll of brown postal wrapping paper to make patterns. My fabric has finally reached critical mass and needs reduced! Could you please share how to make a label? Draw your pattern the same way1/4 of a circle And then fold your fabric in half so you can cut a 1/2 circle. thisll be my first project and I cant wait to get started. I would appreciate your reply as soon as possible. If your fabric is 60 inches, youre looking at two to three yards to be able to cut the circle. I have sewn some, but by no means am an expert. Would cutting each panel on the grain and sewing them together change the way the skirt hangs as opposed to cutting the panels in a circle. Thank you! For the adult skirt, did you still fold the fabrics in 4s or did you actually trace out the full circle on the fabric ? I used your easy tutorial to kick out a Minnie Mouse skirt from your site to go with the rest of her outfit. I made one last night for my 1 year old and made it reversible with an applique monogram on each side. If you dont have a serger, you can zigzag the edge, leave it raw, or iron the waist down 1/4 of an inch and iron it down another 1/4 of an inch. Then connect the dots to draw 1/4 of a circle! HI Dana, Ive made a couple of different skirts from this pattern LOVE THEM ALL!! I recommend 2-inch wide for a girls skirt , and 3-inch for an adult. I tried this tutorial and my daughters skirt is really cute!!!! Maybe Im just dumb, but every time I make this in a (rather rotund) grown-up size, it comes outwonky. Thanks for posting such a great tutorial. http://sunnysewing.blogspot.com/2012/05/circle-skirt-using-design-by-made.html. This will make more sense as you sew. I think they only had it in 1-2 inch varieties. Great idea! I am going to Hobby Lobby tomorrow and cant wait to pick some fun fabrics to start on some skirts! Just made one in multicolor chevron that is sooo fun and cute.
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