DIY: {how to: TUTU} step by step

I'm sure there are a million different tutorials on how to make a tutu

But if you like mine, here's a step by step! 

(Headband - ETSY simplychiccouture)

(Customized shirt - ETSY hpthreads)

All you need: •tulle •ribbon •scissors 

First, I purchased 6 yards of tulle from Joanne's fabric for .99 cents a yard. Awesome deal! 

FYI: This is for a 2 year old, so older kids may need more tulle!

Lay out your tulle and fold in half.

I individually cut each piece about an inch in size. 

I'm all about non perfect crafts

So I didn't bother to measure each piece perfectly, 

but if you'd rather do it then go for it :) 

After you finish cutting all your tulle, then take one piece at a time

And cut in half. (As shown) so then you'll have double the tulle. 

In between step : I measured my daughters waist with

The ribbon I purchased, while leaving a little extra to tie a bow. I then tied the ribbon around a chair to keep it secure. 

•SIDE NOTE: I've also used elastic before! If that's what

You'd rather use than ribbon!

Moving On... the next step is take 2 pieces of tulle, (for a fuller tutu) & Wrap over the ribbon (or elastic)

Make a loop

Pull tulle through the loop and make a tight knot

It should look like this :)

Again, I wanted this tutu to be flowy and whimsical, so it's all about preference! If you wanted a thicker looking tutu, you can tie a few of the same color side by side. 

Here's the final result!

Photo by: 

Michelle Coronado Photography

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy crafting!

Xoxo, Sam