How to Make A Child's Tutu

Your little ballerina will look so cute in this easy to make tutu and it can be ready in just an hour!You can make these as big or small as you'd like. Just measure the waist size and add tulle to desired width.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 6 to 10 yards of tulle (depends on size of waist)
• 20-28 Inches ribbon (med. width works best)
• Marker
• Measuring Tape
• Scissors

1. Measure child's waist and add an inch to each end. Mark with a marker on each end.

2. Measure child from waist to desired length of tutu. Double this measurement and cut tulle to measured length.

3. Lay tulle flat out on a table and cut into approximately 6 inch wide strips.

4. Starting in the middle of your ribbon, fold a strip of tulle in half over ribbon and tie in a knot. Your strip should now be attached to the ribbon.

5. Repeat this process until you have tied enough tulle strips to fill entire ribbon to end marks on each side.

6. Tie tutu around child's waist with a bow. If there is too much extra ribbon, trim slightly.

Tips & Warnings

• Alternate different colors of tulle for a multicolored effect.

[CattyB]

on 8/10/2008 You can save a step by buying tulle in 6 inch wide, 25 yard long spools! I've found them in all kinds of colors for as little as $2.99 at Hobby Lobby.