Things You'll Need:
- 50 yards of Tulle Elastic Scissors Yard Stick or Measuring Tape Stapler & Staples or Liquid Stitch 7/8" Satin Ribbon in Tulle Matching Color (optional)
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Step 1
Gather all the items needed and place in one central location.
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Step 2
Prepare Tulle for cutting.
After cutting the Tulle, measure and cut your elastic to the size needed. I cut my elastic for this project at 19 inches. You will need approximately 55 6" x 20" strips for this size project. Larger sizes will need more while smaller sizes will use less. -
Step 3
Once you have your elastic cut to the appropriate size, use a common household stapler to staple together the elastic. Be sure to check the back side of the area with staples to ensure that are bent inward to hold your elastic firmly in place.
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Step 4
Place the tulle in a "U" shape underneath the elastic. Try to keep the ends as close to even as possible to one another. Again, though, don't worry about perfection because slight variances actually add flair.
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Step 5
Bring the two upper portions of the tulle "U" over the elastic. Together, pull them underneath the curved bottom of the "U" for the beginnings of a knot. Pull tightly, securing the tulle against the elastic.
Repeat this step until you have went all around your elastic. There should be no elastic visible when completed. If you wish to make a 2 or more color Tutu, simply alternate colors as you continue this step. -
Step 6
(optional) To add a little style to your tutu, adorn the finished product with a satin bow. You can do this by cutting 48 inches of 7/8" satin ribbon. Tie in a bow, allowing for long streamers to lay against the tulle. Attach it to your tutu, using a clothespin to hold in place, and allow to dry for 24 hours.
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Step 7
Remove the clothespin after 24 hours, and your tutu is ready to wear!
Comments
MTV2ROCKSTAR said
on 3/30/2009 MINE TURNED OUT GREAT, THANKS!
bar10dr98 said
on 10/15/2008 Great directions, thanks!