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Benjamin S.
Benjamin S.
coolOMG
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Melina F.
Melina F. · Arrecifes, Buenos Aires Province, AR
Love Love Love
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John W.
John W.
GreatHappy
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matthew t.
matthew t. · Adelaide, South Australia, AU
Super sexy dress Happy
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McNinja
McNinja
Anyone want to share how they lined up the layers? I'm having a time and a half figuring it out
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Ashley V.
Ashley V. · Houston, Texas, US
cant wait to try Happy
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Zara M.
Zara M. · Sydney, New South Wales, AU
very nice!
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alex j.
alex j. · Melbourne, Victoria, AU
Happy
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Frances D.
Frances D.
This is the tutorial I've been looking for!
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Karliflors
Karliflors · 1 project
Does anyone know how I would go about adding a zipper to this? I don't know if it's possible to do it in the back, or on the side?
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Rainbow Wyvern
Rainbow Wyvern · Erie, Pennsylvania, US
Very pretty, really well done! I'll have to try this one day. I'd even wear something like this just over pants as regular clothes. =P
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Neko Megami
Neko Megami · Michigan City, Indiana, US
How did you make it into a high low skirt?
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Fiona T.
Fiona T. · 3 projects
so cool
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Danielle Z.
Danielle Z.
Where'd you get the leather? How big of a zipper would you need?
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Ashley T.
Ashley T.
Silly question, when did you use the interfacing? I would assume when you cut out all the ruffled pieces, the interfacing was sewn with the pretty fabric?
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Allen B.
Allen B.
Thanks for this good tutorial!
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Macey_2_cute
Macey_2_cute · Anderson, California, US
What if I don't have a sewing machine? What kind of stitch would I do to make it ruffle up then?
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Quinn asqueroso
Quinn asqueroso · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US · 13 projects
Going to be steampunk sailor scout
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thashizknit
thashizknit · Richmond, Virginia, US
I'm curious about the buckles. What is the width and length of the straps you used? Also, does it do a decent job of keeping it closed? Oh, right, and when you say you added a "few" inches to your waist measurement, how many did you add?

Thanks! Can't wait to get started on my version!
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justmelovely
justmelovely · Harrison, Ohio, US
I'm in the process of making my own bustle skirt for a steampunkoutfit. I've modified the directions some. If all works well I will post the skirt and the modifications I made to the directions. Happy sewing!
jessvjt
jessvjt
I think this would be wonderful for steampunk, maybe minus the lace and plus five or so inches length...
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Jasmine T.
Jasmine T. · Atlanta, Georgia, US · 3 projects
I made one today and I *love* this pattern! I'll post a picture this weekend!
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Danielle M.
Danielle M. · Atlanta, Georgia, US · 5 projects
Now THIS is a true bustle! I'm a burlesque troupe myself,and so disappointed by all these "bustles" that don't have any BUSTLE! You can't call it a bustle if it doesn't have that signature puff to it.
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LoveIsBlue
LoveIsBlue
Beautiful!!! I am so making this the second I get money for fabric. x3
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Suki Chan
Suki Chan · Edgewood, Maryland, US · 8 projects
I am defiantly using this for my prom dress ^.^
Suki Chan
Suki Chan · Edgewood, Maryland, US · 8 projects
i meant definatly
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exactly.magix3
exactly.magix3
sooooo making this tonight...
To hobby lobby, AWAY!
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aurelas
aurelas · 3 projects
I need to make one of these! But I have to comment also that I am intrigued by your mention of Burlesque lessons...I have never heard of such a thing. That's probably because I live in the sticks though lol
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alibeescots
alibeescots · Invergordon, Scotland, GB
Loved this, so I made one too!, but in tartan, and it works great,Yeah I used a curved waist band, it sits on the hip better. Great tips from this thnx :0)
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Vanya
Vanya · Sorocaba, São Paulo, BR · 4 projects
linda! adorei a cor!!!
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enderslittleangelkitty
enderslittleangelkitty · Elyria, Ohio, US
Making a deep purple version of this now, adding tulle layers 2" longer than each layer and one additional 25" layer to drop past my knees in the back.
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Celestine
Celestine · Redford Charter Township, Michigan, US · 53 projects
I just see this skirt and I'm in love with it I will make my version soon
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DiamondDeVille
DiamondDeVille · Portland, Oregon, US
I just made one last night using your pattern. Only I omitted the full base skirt, and just made the 3 ruffled bustle.
Came out beautiful. I'll post a photo soon.
Happy
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madeline.p.hoffert
madeline.p.hoffert · Portland, Oregon, US
I love this! I am making one soon!
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monika.klettner
monika.klettner
I saw this skirt and went absolutely obsessed with it. It will perfectly fit to my next Absinth Fairy-costume for Halloween. I may post pictures Happy
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dinah.werbel
dinah.werbel · Newark, New Jersey, US
do u take commissions?
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Teagan D.
Teagan D. · 7 projects
thanks.. I've been looking for ages to find a skirt to go with my corset, this is a brilliant how-to Happy
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OshawottPrincess
OshawottPrincess · 14 projects
so amazing! too bad I don't have a sewing machine and my sewing skills suck. I usually go with hot glue Tongue
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Lauren W.
Lauren W.
I love your tutorial. I can't wait to try it.

I have this same problem with straight waist bands. A sway back is when your back is curved a little more than "Normal" and is actually a common condition in women. Make you wonder why they don't just make all patterns with sway back alterations built in, anyway.
You have to do a sway back alteration. Usually, I just use a waistband that's curved instead of straight. It hugs your waist better and no weird seams in unsightly places! Just take a curved waistband off a skirt pattern you already have and you can use that.
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Tara P.
Tara P. · Wellton, Arizona, US
I am gonna try and make one me to wear to my friends wedding. Oof. The last time I used a sewing machine I made a pillow... my pillow was so crooked haha. I hope I can get some help making my lines straight.
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Heather D.
Heather D. · 2 projects
Just in the middle of making one of these for myself! There's a pirate party tomorrow night, and I'm making it for that, but I can see it fitting in with a lot of other outfits! Can't wait to have it finished Happy
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Rosie B.
Rosie B. · 3 projects
I just finished mine for a steampunk outfit I'm working on. This is a great pattern for a person on a budget (like me). I'll post my version soon. Great job and thank you for the thorough tutorial.
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Tina I.
Tina I. · 31 projects
Just finished my version my daughter loves it and couldn't wait to wear it. Can't upload my version though don't know why it won't let me put the photos on Happy Thanks again Becca for the fantastic tutorial
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Mildred C.
Mildred C. · Albany, New York, US · 5 projects
I mostly finished my version this weekend (at least enough to wear with my corset). I have some last-minute touchup things to do.

One note- using a fabric that you decide to line makes sewing everything together rather interesting.
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Sarah V.
Sarah V.
Super uber cute!!!!
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Tina I.
Tina I. · 31 projects
I absolutely love this skirt and i am trying to make it at the moment. It is all cut out just got to start sewing it all together. Can I ask how you did the front. Sorry I not quite sure how the front works. Is there a seam at the front? or is it open or does it wrap over? Thanks
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Moonweaver
Moonweaver · Ipswich, Queensland, AU
OMGoddess! This is gorgeous! Would you recommend someone with limited sewing skills to attempt this?
Thank you for sharing your work.. (=
Blessings!
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Mildred C.
Mildred C. · Albany, New York, US · 5 projects
I'm currently working on a red/black brocade one, with no lace. Instead of hems, I'm going through and lining all of the pieces.
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Heather G.
Heather G.
Oh my gosh this is perfect and exactly what I was looking for! Now to get down to business and make it. Thank you so much!!
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Ada B.
Ada B. · Érd, Pest County, HU · 24 projects
So sad I can't sew with sewing machineHappy
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emmmaroid
emmmaroid
lovelovelovelovelove LOVE this!
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Debbie Michelle P.
Debbie Michelle P. · 6 projects
Amazing, I love this Happy
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julie k.
julie k.
Totally awesome. I love it!!
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Ashleigh-ellan K.
Ashleigh-ellan K.
Well, that looks easy(ish) I shall have a go! When I say I shall have a go, I mean, it's almost finished, only got around to posting about it now!
Thankyou for the How To!
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Maria H.
Maria H. · St Augustine, Florida, US
If you make a curved waistband it would eliminate the need for a dart in the back. You can do this by pulling an old t shirt over your hips and wrapping duct tape around your waistline then cutting it in half to form a pattern. We use this method for bellydance tribal belts.
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Becca K.
Becca K. · Vancouver, British Columbia, CA · 9 projects
Hey guys!! Thanks for posting so many great versions and comments!!! Sorry I don't get on here too often, I'm just getting back to your questions. A couple of notes about the skirt, after using it for a few years. I would make the waist band thinner so that it sits on your hips better. I would also use a different closure in front (such as snaps, like in my red one I posted on here). Otherwise it's fairing great!!

Lacey P: I ironed the taffeta to make a hem, then pinned the lace to the ironed hem & sewed. I then ruffled the whole piece (w/ lace already attached). Remember to iron your pieces before sewing w/ taffeta - it makes it sooo much easier!!! And you often avoid having to pin.

stephanie b: the longest ruffle is 20" long (see the diagram/pattern)

Ruya T: yeah, you could make the whole thing out of tule (like a tutu or petticoat) and wear it underneath another skirt. You could also make it longer & add more layers (as long as your fabric isn't too thick - tule: good, satin: too thick).

Cookies777 D: sometimes this website screws up the measurements. See my comment below (nov. 09) where I re-typed the quantities.

Jessica H: not sure about keeping the edges raw. I found that taffeta frays like a m-f!@&er. Good luck.

Fiona V: check out both photos I posted. Its a sort of wrap-around skirt that closes with a belt buckle in front (so think of how a belt closes).

Karen C: the little 2" piece is to make a bit of lace stick out between the waistband & the top ruffle (see photo 2)... maybe there's a better/easier way to do that... its also not totally necessary, just adds more lace Happy
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Anne K.
Anne K. · Chicago, Illinois, US · 2 projects
Thanks for sharing this! An awesome skirt/project. It rocks Happy
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Lacey P.
Lacey P. · 1 project
This may seem like a silly question, I just need this to come out as great as possible first time around, so I want to ask.

After pinning the lace down, is that when you sew the lace (or trim for my sake) and then ruffle or do you sew it on later? I just can't find in the steps where you hem the ends of the ruffles and trim... Obviously the base skirt at the end but what about the others? =\
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stephanie b.
stephanie b. · Miami, Florida, US · 7 projects
Hi ,I like to know the longest riffle is that under the base skirt?
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ICanSew
ICanSew · 1 project
i want to make one for halloween!
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Ruya T.
Ruya T. · 1 project
Obviously it's amazing and sexylicious by itself, but can it also be worn underneath a longer skirt to actually serve as a bustle? I'm into petticoats right now. :p
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Cookiez777 D.
Cookiez777 D. · 4 projects
I wanted to ask, on your "You will need" list, the objects needed have a number such as "2.0", what does that mean? I was thinking measurements,but if I'm right, is it by feet, yards, etc.?
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Cookiez777 D.
Cookiez777 D. · 4 projects
I'm about to start mine! O.o I've never made any type of clothing (other than cutting up an old tshirt for a bikini) so I'm scared!
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Chelsea D.
Chelsea D. · 9 projects
ughhh, i freakin' love how you did the ruffles! lol i hope it works for me. will be posting my version soon. love it!
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Jessica H.
Jessica H.
Hi,
I'm pretty new to garment construction but have had luck with a few projects recently and am planning to make this skirt. I am using taffeta, and i wanted to keep the raw edge on the ruffles. Does anyone know if I can simply run a zig-zag stitch along the raw edge to keep it from fraying down to nothing? I want some fray, but i don't want total disintegration! Thanks!
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PinkWeeds
PinkWeeds · Omaha, Nebraska, US · 207 projects
I see your bustle skirt on just about everyone's favorites so I had to check it out and of course I love it Happy
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Breelikethechiese
Breelikethechiese · Grand Rapids, Michigan, US · 1 project
This is a beautiful project. I used the ruffles to create an underskirt bustle for a costume for a small town production of Sweeney Todd. Becca K., you rock!
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Cookiez777 D.
Cookiez777 D. · 4 projects
Beautiful! Happy I just need a sewing machine and TIME, but I definitely want to do this. Thank you! Great project.
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CraftingFairy
CraftingFairy · Milford, Connecticut, US · 10 projects
In case you wanted to know I am going to be using this to make a duct tape dress Happy
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whitespyder
whitespyder
thanks for sharing this! looks awesome, cant wait to give it a try.
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happyliltoaster
happyliltoaster · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US · 5 projects
HOLY. CRAP. I am in love! This skirt rocks my world and I can't wait to make it this summer!
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Fiona V.
Fiona V.
hey there! beautiful skirt! it is exactly what im lookng for. just a quick question though, where is the base skirt's side seam? i was going to make the skirt but i just realised i dont know where the base skirt closes. thanks Happy
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Crabbygirl o.
Crabbygirl o.
wow thats super cute! as soon as I get a sewing machine (coughcoughmomcoughcough) I'm totally attempting to make that you are a geniouse!
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PattyP
PattyP · Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, SE
I dont know how but I must make this skirt!This is superb!
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Kai
Kai · San Francisco, California, US · 2 projects
I totally love this skirt.... I'm teaching myself to sew and am having a lot of trial and error but overall am going really well...

Do you have a picture of the front? I cant quite envision how it actually does up?

Thank you for such a well explained tutorial
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Kai
Kai · San Francisco, California, US · 2 projects
I totally love this skirt.... I'm teaching myself to sew and am having a lot of trial and error but overall am going really well...

Do you have a picture of the front? I cant quite envision how it actually does up?

Thank you for such a well explained tutorial
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Sparkle
Sparkle
Luv It It's like the hot buys skirts thx alot
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Alyssa S.
Alyssa S.
This is lovely, but is there any way you can post a diagram of how the pieces are connected?
The wording gets me confused, which really isn't that hard to do. X.x
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Clasi S.
Clasi S. · Al Jubail, Eastern Province, SA · 2 projects
This is so cute ..and original
Great project...
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Pomka Love
Pomka Love
It was this exact skirt that I stumbled upon,
and got introduced to this website. :3

I had to instantly make a profile to compliment it.

This skirt is amazing, and I hope someday I can make my very own burlesque skirt. <33
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Helen M.
Helen M.
Hi there from the UK Happy
What a gorgeous skirt, I have just discovered Steampunk-type clothing - and have an outfit in mind that I'd love to make. Your no-nonsense tutorial is fab and I'll be using this idea in my design. To those that have said they cant sew, what a shame, start practising! The first thing I ever sewed was BY HAND, so no machine is no excuse ;) and it was a pair of night clothes(pyjamas)....and I was 7! So if your mental age is more than 7 and you have full use of your hands....get sewing Happy)
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Jennifer S.
Jennifer S. · College Station, Texas, US
Do you think this would work with a corset for a steampunk convention?
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Karen C.
Karen C. · Sydney, New South Wales, AU
love this! Plase tell me what is the little 2 inch piece for again? Thanks
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Clara S.
Clara S. · Budapest, Budapest, HU
It's beautiful Happy
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funkypixie
funkypixie
This is fantastic!
I've just made it from scratch in less than 3.5 hours from a black satin bed sheet that someone gave me. Tomorrow I'm maiding at my hubby's Vivid Soda Burlesque Revue and it will finish my outfit perfectly - thank you!!
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Sarania
Sarania · U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado, US · 15 projects
I am so going to make this as part of an evening dress. What a great idea! You're awesome!
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Sidonie M.
Sidonie M. · Stoke Bruerne, England, GB
the skirt is fabulous! I'm going to show it to someone I know who teaches burlesque, she'll love it.
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Becca K.
Becca K. · Vancouver, British Columbia, CA · 9 projects
Wow, I'm not sure what's up with the materials, when I go to edit it, its correct. Well... in case this problem persists, here's what you need:
3.5 yards Fabric (taffeta or similar)
1 yard Interfacing
12 yards Lace
10"x10" piece of Leather (or similar) -- only for belt-like closure
2 Buckle(s) -- or snaps or buttons or hook/eyes
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Becca K.
Becca K. · Vancouver, British Columbia, CA · 9 projects
Hi Courtney N,
Wow, thanks for calling attention to that, the list of materials is really messed up!
No, the skirt is made of taffeta (or whatever material you like that can kind of 'stand up on its own'), only the little belt-like clasp in front is made of leather...but you can use any closure you like - for my red one I used snaps, you could use a hook/eye, buttons, or whatever.
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Gina G.
Gina G. · Stavanger, Rogaland, NO
Love this. I have been ogling the skirt this is based off of for ages, and I'm glad I know how to make it now. I've saved Over $60 just making it myself! I'm working on my variant of this skirt now and it's turning out so cute. Thanks for the tutorial! ♥
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Courtney N.
Courtney N. · Baltimore, Maryland, US
first off, love this skirt. i really want to make one of my own now.
but, is the main fabric of the skirt leather? i was reading the materials and i got a little confused.
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kupinica k.
kupinica k.
i loooove it!!
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Eien
Eien · Conyers, Georgia, US · 3 projects
Looking so pretty. I adore the fabric you chose.
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Brianna B.
Brianna B.
I cannot sew for the life of me, but if I could, I would be making this RIGHT NOW!! <333
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Alias Dani
Alias Dani · U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado, US · 20 projects
That is so cute! I would have to make it longer though so I could wear it out in public. lol..

Oh and by the way, thanks for showing me another clothing site to drool over and not be able to have because of the prices! A girl can dream!
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CO + K User

This is skirt looks amazing and your instructions are fantastic. I've bought some fabric and I'm determined to give it a try. Thanks so much for providing such an interesting project! Happy
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Brooce W.
Brooce W.
Thanks so much for the tutorial! I love making this, and got SO many compliments when I wore it!
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Becca K.
Becca K. · Vancouver, British Columbia, CA · 9 projects
Jenn & Blitz -
You're right, it is basically a wrap around skirt + waistband.
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Jenn&Blitz
Jenn&Blitz
heyy Happy I absolutely ADORE this skirt, and was just wondering about the fastening before I attempt it, is it essentially a wrap around skirt? or did you sew it together and is just the waistband wrap around? tyy! Happy
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I AmErika
I AmErika · Banning, California, US
this is so b.e.a.utiful but i'm a super beginner when it comes to sewing (like i need a sewing machine!) but hopefully i'll be here one day!!
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Becca K.
Becca K. · Vancouver, British Columbia, CA · 9 projects
Hi Kristin J,
Thanks for the advice. I think the ironing would definitely work with a fabric like taffeta... or something that's easy to iron down. But I'm not sure about the brocade - that stuff is a lot more heavy duty than I expected. I think sewing in a few more lines on the ruffles themselves (before attaching the waistband) is the key!! Great idea!!
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Riechan
Riechan · Limbourg, Walloon Region, BE · 21 projects
I want that !!
very cool!
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alyssa
alyssa · Rochester, New York, US · 6 projects
Absolutely gorgeous! I'm definitely going to try it myself!
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Kristin J.
Kristin J.
Nicely done! You asked how to flatten the ruffle tops for easier sewing since they are so thick? If you've pinned them with all metal pins -- NO plastic balls on the end -- then you can iron the pinned tops flat before sewing it all together. Just be careful not to iron down past the pin-line and onto the ruffles themselves. You can then also sew the ruffles to each other before attaching them to the waistband, and sew 1 or 2 more parallel lines in the seam allowance to completely flatten the tops. All those stitch-lines will go into the waistband and be hidden.
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MAGg C.
MAGg C.
now ani 1 can save money
xxxx
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Jenjenjenny :)
Jenjenjenny :)
Wow! Thats Effing Cool!
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Jenjenjenny :)
Jenjenjenny :)
Wow! Thats Effing Cool!
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Helton Art
Helton Art · San Antonio, Texas, US
Very nice! Great for steampunk too!
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Zoey ( :
Zoey ( : · London, GB · 3 projects
really pretty! so cool!
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Skylar
Skylar · Tucson, Arizona, US · 4 projects
12 YARDS?! dannnnnnnggggggggggg thatll only be 4 bucks tho lolz
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Crafter Monkey
Crafter Monkey · Bolton, England, GB · 6 projects
This is great I can't wait to give it a go!!! That skirt is beautiful!!! xx
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Agnès
Agnès · 14 projects
That's just AWWWWW realy AWWWWW!!! =)
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Rachel K.
Rachel K.
This is gorgeous! I'll be linking.
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mew
mew · Division No. 18, Unorganized, Saskatchewan, CA · 2 projects
very Satine-esque..
hmm... I think I know what I wanna do this year for Halloween ;D
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brookie b.
brookie b.
cool
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brookie b.
brookie b.
cool
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brookie b.
brookie b.
cool
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Carrie
Carrie · 1 project
Woot!! Love it! i think i just found my next project!! <3
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Peyton c.
Peyton c.
Fun! I just wish I had good legs!!! lol
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Lolly.Bot
Lolly.Bot · Enfield, England, GB
OMIGOSH!!! This looks totally amazing, can't wait to try it out...
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KYLESTREETRACER
KYLESTREETRACER · 14 projects
Hubba Hubba!
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michelle G.
michelle G. · Antigonish, Nova Scotia, CA · 1258 projects
wow, amazing
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Nicole Renee
Nicole Renee · Kansas City, Missouri, US · 16 projects
Awesome Tutorial!
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FrolleinKram
FrolleinKram · Las Vegas, Nevada, US · 132 projects
No WAY!!! This is -SO- gonna be the top layer of my steampunk costume!!! I could hug you to death right now!!! Thank you so much!
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Boo_its_Brittany
Boo_its_Brittany · Long Beach, California, US · 182 projects
Holy crap!
This shirt is SO friggin hot!
I absolutely love it Happy!
I wanna make one too
Thanks for the tutorial
<3!
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Carianne  F.
Carianne F.
wow, definatly sure what im going to go as for that fancy dress party, i cant afford to pay 40 pound to buy the outfit from the shop so thanks for the great how to so i dont have to spend so much money Happy
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KMOM14
KMOM14 · Fort Wayne, Indiana, US · 378 projects
Great job! It looks very allurring.

Thanks for sharing the tutorial with us - it is not something I would make for myself, but if ever get the opporutnity to make one for someone else, I will keep this in mind.
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KMOM14
KMOM14 · Fort Wayne, Indiana, US · 378 projects
Great job! It looks very allurring.

Thanks for sharing the tutorial with us - it is not something I would make for myself, but if ever get the opporutnity to make one for someone else, I will keep this in mind.
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