How to make a Circle Skirt - for any age + any size

CIRCLE SKIRT MATH
Radius for your Waist circle =
(Waist measurement + 2 inches) ÷ 6.28
OR
Hip measurement ÷ 6.28
Using the waist measurement will give you a snug, and less gathered look. And though hips are wider than the waist, the added 2 inches (plus the fact that the waist is cut on a curve, which creates a little extra give in the fabric) makes it possible to get the skirt on around the hips. However, if there is a significant contrast between the hip and waist measurements, go with the hip measurement to create your pattern. The skirt will simply have more gathers in the fabric.
CIRCLE SKIRTS!
Circle skirts are fun to wear no matter what age you are! They twirl, they look adorable, and they're easy to make! We'll do some simple math to create our pattern and then sew it together with a simple elastic waistband. These skirts are great for everyday wear, holidays, and they're PERFECT for costumes.
Watch my follow-up videos to this:
HOW TO HEM A CIRCLE SKIRT here: • How to Hem a Circle Sk...
HOW TO MAKE A POODLE SKIRT: • How to Make a Poodle S...
SEWING MACHINE RECOMMENDS:
My current sewing machine is a Baby Lock BRILLIANT. If you're looking to buy a good entry level machine, I also love the JOY and JUBILANT Baby Lock sewing machines. Great quality, at a great price:
JOY machine: shrsl.com/24azv
and
JUBILANT machine: shrsl.com/24azt
For more ideas and tutorials visit my website:
www.madeeveryday.com/
Fabrics used in this video:
• Tan/Mint grid by Cotton + Steel
• Dark Chambray by Joann Fabrics
• White + Pink dots by Joann Fabrics
Colored elastic from Joann Fabrics
Video Production by Side Street Productions:
vimeopro.com/sidestreetprod/reel

[@katelynsimpson105]

I made my first skirt by myself when I was 10 with this video. Now I'm 17 and I'm getting paid to make clothes for people. This is so beginner friendly and taught me a lot!

[@MADEEveryday]

That’s so great! Love hearing that! Way to go Katelyn 👏👏🥰🙌

[@sbeve6570]

i'm 15 and want to start making my own clothes, and this tutorial is so beginner friendly and informative!! this lady has such positive mom vibes i love her

[@TheLinkeFamily]

Have you tried making anything yet? ☺️

[@lillyklimenko2940]

I am 11 and made a long skirt for myself! IT IS AMAZING, THANK YOU! I am blessed with a sewing machine.

[@sarahtracey1504]

Dude! I'm 11 and made one as well!! I ended up sewing it to a bodice and making a dress though.

[@Nana2111]

Oh, that is great! Congratulations! I learned to sew when I was 9, and my 10th birthday gift was a real sewing machine. Needless to say, I have continued sewing my whole life, and will probably do so for as long as I can.

[@bowlomacnchez8776]

@@sarahtracey1504I’m making one too!!!!!!! Any tips on making bodices?

[@twinkle-ky8mb]

im 11 too and i found a sewing machine in the cupboard i made a couple of stuff butt i kinda want to make a skirt

[@twinkle-ky8mb]

im a bit stuck on where to buy my fabric from especially because all the shops are shut in england

[@maryannappleby9259]

My 7 year old granddaughter got a sewing machine for Christmas from the other grandparents. In 2 hours (not counting grandmother preparations), we had a circular skirt that she loves!

[@louisegogel7973]

❤❤❤

[@Sharkiesteph]

I love how this tutorial is broken down and so beginner-friendly! I'll definitely be watching more of your tutorials -- thanks!

[@oteelia9789]

I have always wanted to make clothes for my kids but other tutorials “for beginners” talk like I have been sewing for years. I can’t wait to try this out! I have leopard print cotton that I’m now considering not sleeping tonight for haha

[@louisegogel7973]

How did your sewing projects turn out? Did you come up against any challenges?

[@vannessajohnson1548]

This is by far the BEST online tutorials I have found. The pace of tutorials is not too fast, not too slow.....it's so easy to follow. Thank you for this.

[@silkedesmedt7083]

This is such a great and clear video! I love how thoroughly you explain the measurements and how to fold the fabric! Most videos hardly pay attention to that part!

[@darriussundaynowell1550]

As a beginner "sewer", I appreciated the step by step instructions. I followed along and before you knew it I had created two skirts for my daughters. . .the single layer and a double layer. By the time I made my third skirt, I didn't even need the tutorial anymore. Thanks so much for making this so easy.

[@smithamy1982]

I hate math, but love sewing; thanks for making it easier to understand without getting aggravated and throwing my ruler across the room! Love your videos!

[@Tukiali]

My daughter needs a circle skirt for a costume day at school this coming Friday. She wants to be Minnie Mouse and I had zero clue how to make the skirt. I bought the fabric, a red with white polka dots, found your tutorial, and followed it to a "T"! It was PERFECT!!! I can't believe I made a skirt! Your tutorial is wonderful and so easy to understand!! Thank you!!!

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh good! That makes me so happy to hear!! :) Dana

[@qoqopepper]

an easier way to draw the circle: using a string + pencil + tack [to hold the string in place] :)

[@limonhusky7409]

I plan on trying this🤣

[@missannie8012]

Naw, thats too easy. 😆

[@tracygraves8025]

You can use you tape measure because there’s usually a hole in it and it can help check that you have the right length

[@chisonibravo2716]

Great idea

[@haileferrentino2990]

I did that and now my circle is 🥰💫immaculate✨🧚‍♂️

[@bringmethepasta7885]

Oooo knee socks would look so cute with this! Must try

[@jillparker6553]

I made my first ever article of clothing with the help of your video! That has been my goal since I started sewing! Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us!

[@PrincessAllie]

Fun fact: your tutorial on your blog for circle skirts was one of the first things I ever pinned on Pinterest and was what I used for the first skirt I ever made. I really like how you do the zig zag stitch "inside out" and I'll have to remember that trick the next time I make one. Thank you!

[@janiceengstrom6083]

Thank you for these instructions! I made a double layer circle running skirt made out of sparkly specialty fabric for RunDisney. She wanted a skirt that looked like Belle (Beauty and the Beast - blue dress). I followed your directions and just added a square of fabric for the apron front to the short layer and it turned out great! Thank you again for these instructions. So simple!

[@maiyialee7776]

Love the easy tutorial of the skirt! So pretty! Definitely will be watching more of your tutorials. Thanks!

[@janicem4382]

I love your tutorials. They make everything incredibly clear and easy with out berating the point. Thank you so much.

[@samanthamoon8652]

I watched this video five years again and I still always come back to it when I make costumes. Awesome awesome video

[@louisegogel7973]

❤ that is inspiring to hear. This is my first time finding this channel or video and I want to make a woolen flare skirt for myself.

[@SpaceBassCase]

This video along with your tutorial on how to hem a circle skirt helped me out so much! You are so easy to learn from and I appreciate the work you put into your videos. Thank you so much!

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh good awesome! yay! Have fun sewing more skirts :) Dana

[@Madelope]

The way you explain makes it so simple and easy to understand! Great tutorial!

[@rayfalcon777]

btw I am a single dad learning to improve my sewing skills for my 3 year old daughter I am using a brother vx1100 machine and even when I do the reverse stitch back and fowards a few times it still wont lock in the stiches any ideas or help? I cant get a book for it. also when measuring the waist can I use a pair of her pants that fit her snug and add a few inches to allow for more room in the dress or would I still need to use your formula r=c÷3.14?

[@AlpineKitty]

charles johnson No advice to offer but wanted to say that your daughter is a lucky little lady to have a dad like you. ❤

[@rayfalcon777]

AlpineKitty thank you so very much I do my best to try and be the best daddy ever as well as be a great mother figure to her when she needs advice in those types of areas too like makeup, other littl bous church clothes you know all the things moms usually ha e to answer and offer pointers on

[@lyw5345]

You are a great dad!

[@mojidoesthings4072]

If you are having trouble locking the stitches, try either hand locking (use a needle and thread and sew back and fourth and then pull the needle through the loop of thread. Or if you would rather continue with a machine, use a zig zag stich with the forward and back trick at the ends only. Hope this helped. If you still need help you can email me. I'll leave my YT email here. [e-mail]

[@thatChick3211]

This is so pure! :-)

[@tickley42]

This tutorial was so straightforward and easy to follow! Thank you very much for such a charming and educational video.

[@swatiizuj4815]

You have such a positive personality. It was fun watching the video.

[@MADEEveryday]

Thank you! :)

[@theroadtocosplayandcomicco5840]

@@MADEEveryday what babylock model is that

[@MADEEveryday]

@@theroadtocosplayandcomicco5840 In this video I'm using a Baby Lock LYRIC. But my current sewing machine is a similar version of that called Baby Lock BRILLIANT. If you're looking to buy a good entry level machine, I love many machines in this series called JOY, ZEAL, and JUBILANT. You can purchase and read some reviews on this site (unfortunately most sewing machines are on back order due to more people sewing during quarantine time, but hopefully they get more soon!): JOY sewing machine: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=596711&u=2133956&m=53072&urllink=www%2Esewingmachinesplus%2Ecom%2Fbl%2Djoy%2Ephp&afftrack= ZEAL sewing machine: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=596711&u=2133956&m=53072&urllink=www%2Esewingmachinesplus%2Ecom%2Fbl%2Dzeal%2Ephp&afftrack= JUBILANT sewing machine:shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=596711&u=2133956&m=53072&urllink=www%2Esewingmachinesplus%2Ecom%2Fbl%2Djubilant%2Ephp&afftrack= BRILLIANT sewing machine:shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=596711&u=2133956&m=53072&urllink=www%2Esewingmachinesplus%2Ecom%2Fbl%2Dbrilliant%2Ephp&afftrack=

[@nicoleshope6433]

You've posted an absolutely fantastic tutorial and you are so pleasant to listen to and follow along with. Thank you so much for posting this, I'm so excited to go and sew!!!

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks so much, Nicole! Have fun with your circle skirts! :)

[@dqisymansueto1405]

Where can i get the pattern?

[@anamariap8032]

I have been scowering KZbin for a circle skirt video that I like and I love this video the double layer version is so cute I can't wait to try this out

[@amberpotts7760]

50's themed wedding coming up... using this method for a poodle skirt... Made a couple quilts but this will be my first EVER piece of clothing made from scratch... wish me luck! 🤞

[@kayliestroud8942]

I found this video a few years back and I keep coming back to it anytime I need to update myself or nieces circle skirts!!! I absolutely love this! Thank you so much!!

[@MADEEveryday]

Awesome! Love it! Thanks Kaylie :) - Dana

[@MADEEveryday]

@alvin yakatori I discuss finding fabric wide enough for adults in the video...basically you need to find 60 inch wide fabric...OR, cut two semi-circles from 44 inch wide fabric and sew them together to make one large circle.

[@susangaluski9320]

+MADE Everyday Love the video. I need to make a plus size circle skirt for a plus size 45 inch waist. When you say two semi-circles -- I guess you mean HALF circles? So divide the measurements I need (with seam allowances) in two and cut two, and them seam them together? Sounds right, but I am afraid to cut without verification. Thank you.

[@oliviad5564]

+MADE Everyday Where do you buy your fabrics?

[@stellaolivares8717]

+Olivia D she probably gets them at michels or joan's fabric store that's were I get my fabric.

[@kitbrooke5549]

+Jill Parker For making two half circles - use the same math method, but instead of folding your fabric into quarters, i think you would just fold it in half - so that only one of your edges is on a fold, instead of both? That's what i've done for mine anyway, and it worked fine.

[@jillparker6553]

+eloise brooke thank you!! I actually went ahead and made it using the other method but I plan on making more!

[@Nerlhans96]

This was SUCH a helpful video! I almost gave up on my skirt until I fell upon this video. Thank you so much

[@cathyblaylock9390]

Thank you! They’re having 50’s stay at the school, and I made two skirts for two of my nieces. Easy Peezy with your video.

[@sarawahnish8835]

Love that you are straight to the point and give lots of examples. This is great.

[@tentoebeans]

These videos are amazing! Great production, and the tutorials are clear and simple to follow. I'll definitely be trying out this one.

[@MDMASMR]

hi! can i sew the elastic just like the legging's video that u made? will it be ok ?

[@MADEEveryday]

You can, just be sure to add a casing allowance at the top of the skirt before cutting out. :)

[@yasminefathi2655]

This is by far the simplest way to sew a circle skirt :) Thank youuu loads xx

[@hailysteinhilber7783]

Thank you for making this tutorial so informative and easy to follow! I just got my first sewing machine and this tutorial was the guide for my first go at it. It was a success!

[@TamalaMartinez]

I received a sewing machine from my husband for Christmas! I'm so excited that I found your channel. I think this will be really helpful for me, as I am a beginner! 😊

[@missannie8012]

My husband bought me a machine when we were first married in 1987 and I just had to get a new one this year. Hope this one lasts as long.

[@adelenewey6142]

I'm only 14 trying to learn how to sew clothes. I'm not that good at math but I understood it so much better when you explained pie! Thanks I can actually understand now. Now I don't just have to make pillows for my mums crystals!

[@riotarbo1762]

Mind=blown! That whole layering the larger circle over the smaller circle, then flipping it through and out...WOW! LOVE THAT!

[@therealmaskover6981]

Wow!! You did it again Dana!! Thank you so much for taking the time! Your work is AMAZING!!! I can’t believe I’m just now seeing your videos but feel so blessed to have found my way here. Wishing you well!!!

[@tarawatsn]

Just discovered this video (2018). Thanks so much, i made my very first skirt following this tutorial. In fact my very first piece of sewing ever! Really appreciate this easy to follow video. Awesome! Thanks again x

[@MADEEveryday]

Wow that's awesome! Good job! :) Dana

[@heatherreddick593]

Oh my goodness! Thank you thank you so much for this tutorial! I was able to make an impromptu poodle skirt in easy time. I don't sew; so, I am going to use felt adhesive and Heat N Bond for the waste band! I'll send a picture of the end result! THANK YOU AGAIN! AWESOME

[@phupudoma4087]

nice

[@carolines-world5660]

I need a sewing machine like that 😍😍😍 I just inherited my mother’s sewing machine that she inherited from her mother and let me tell you, that thing has seen better days.

[@debrahoffmann8025]

Dana is so organized and gives excellent directions! Thank you for your help with sewing!!!

[@jerylbristol5187]

Hi I love your tutorials. I will be making these skirts for my 3 and 5yrs old daughters. New subscriber, all the way from the U.K

[@j.williams4507]

Great teaching skills. Organized, prepared, excellent communication. Great Job!

[@pedinurse1]

i have been sewing for decades. Your new techniques are fun to learn and save so much time and looks more finished

[@jennhoff03]

Oh, I just realized that her double-layer method would work perfectly as my lining for the skirt! I'll just cut the lining shorter than the regular fabric instead of longer. Dang, this was a great tutorial!

[@little0miss0angel]

I know this is a rather old video. But i found it again and was super happy. i made some adjustments to the skirt so that i could use it as the bottom part of a dress im making. This was very helpful

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks! I'm glad it was helpful. :)

[@holliemeyers868]

Hi, how did you adjust it to be the bottom part of your dress, I would like to use this method but i want to add a zip to the back so it can join with a bodice?

[@CairnAtkinsonLeanonMe]

This was great! Thank you ! I can't wait to start on my circle skirt !! I love your personality and you make things so easy. Your children are adorable too!

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks so much Cairn! Happy skirt sewing ❤️

[@KCS012345]

You're amazing. This is one of the best tutorials I've ever watched! Thank you!

[@roseredm6663]

Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge. It made it so quick and easy for me. My granddaughters love their new skirts. I, also, purchased your pattern for shorts to make a pair for my grandson. Learning to love sewing again!

[@hayleyscomet3447]

I need this sewing machine in my life

[@lillywashington5072]

Same I don't have a sewing machine so I have to hand stitch EVERY LITTLE THING!

[@28cotton32]

I hand stitch alot its relaxing to me I'll put on a movie and just go i have a sewing machine also

[@vanessawhitewhite6333]

Love your sewing machine it amazing

[@victoriaaikins6588]

I am buying my first sewing machine tomorrow!!

[@gratituderanch9406]

Son New I knit to relax. 😇

[@zf5214]

this is soooooooo useful....i could cry....im so awful at sewing so i hope mine turns out good ☺

[@kherakhera3442]

Lol you’re not the only one! I’m almost done mine but it looks AWFUL! 😣 😢 LOL

[@nolapancho8614]

thank you so much, I've always battle with making a circle skirt until you outlined the correct procedure. love your tutorials

[@nicnic4940]

I haven't made anything yet but she is my absolute fav person to watch! She gives me total detail without a bunch of nonsense and she's very calm and soothing to watch!!! Will recommend 100% thank you!

[@roseiracheta1141]

I love it! Very well explained!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@steljoan]

These skirts are awesome ! I used to have some when I was a little girl. Time to sew one for me ! Thanks for sharing it with us x

[@MADEEveryday]

+stelios joanne Thanks so much! - Dana

[@TheFamousStacie]

Ahhh there's nothing better than a twirly skirt!!!! Love it!

[@barbaraprice8806]

Such fast and fabulous instructions for the circle skirt. Will make for my little granddaughters when they come out to visit in January! Your presentation energy adds to the excitement of sewing.

[@TheEndOfTheRoad]

You made this look easy enough to try. Unfortunately, I used a knit so my circle is......well.... it may end up being a tutu for a hippo.

[@Your.favvv_brooke]

I’m using this to help me make my Halloween costume!! I’m 13 and have no idea what I’m doing this has helped lots so far! Edit: I successfully made one!! Thank you so much this helped lots!

[@areyad.09]

I'm also thirteen but I'm making one for my little sister lol

[@Your.favvv_brooke]

@@areyad.09 I’m making one for my baby sister now as her Christmas present because I have no money to get her baby toys or whatever

[@areyad.09]

@@Your.favvv_brooke awww that's so cute my sisters are 7 and 10

[@Your.favvv_brooke]

@@areyad.09 mine are 1 and 9 then there’s another on the way but we’re pretty sure it’s a boy

[@areyad.09]

@@Your.favvv_brooke aww that must be exciting my parents stopped having kids after my 5 y.o brother

[@jasmineabarca2570]

Love this. i just finished my daughters skirt using this. i had to make a few minor changes but its still absolutely gorgeous.

[@Luzangelicaolguin]

OMG! I just found your channel, and I love the way you made those skirts! You mede them so simple, and so clearly. Thank you!

[@mrschrittle2615]

lol when I have to iron the edges for a hem I like to use my hair flat iron. Anyone else use their flat iron?

[@jaisongeo]

Q

[@nurkaisser3999]

do we have to make the hem cuz it seems kinda hard sorry if im wrong or something but im 12 and really want to learn how to make clothes but this will hep me alot thankyou

[@ndhernandez]

Cat Lover yes you have to sew a hem to keep the fabric from fraying and to hide the cut edges.

[@nurkaisser3999]

ndhernandez ok thanks

[@finewine9663]

Christal Martineau I'd never even thought of that!! That's genius!

[@gabriellaamir5231]

I'm 12 years old and I like sawing , your videos helped me get better!!! , THANKS😀😀😀

[@lauracarlson2539]

+Gabriella Amir I'm 12 as well and I love sewing as well. Right now I am working on a puff quilt (halfway done !) but right after I am totally starting this!

[@maygirl6079]

+Gabriella Amir Me too! I am 12 and love love love sewing and just any other craft

[@lauracarlson2539]

Isabella DiamondGem totally!!!

[@stellaolivares8717]

what about a 10 year old? I made one to! 😀

[@pressiesandflips6900]

im11:)

[@andymutula6154]

I am a learner but what i see on your Made Everyday is great. This is an easy way to improve one's sewing skills.

[@annsumsion8640]

The skirts are so fun & cute! I love the double layer. I have made four skirts now!

[@margalitgoldberg8073]

I love your videos! I have watched tons of your videos and they have helped me so much. The zipper one helped me conquer my fear of zippers and was incredibly detailed.

[@thatgirl298]

Marinette told me to learn this therefore I am here.

[@bambibuttonsYT]

Omg same lol!

[@goopchii6427]

Lol me too

[@alishahussain554]

Me too :)

[@thekingkitties3443]

marinette dupain-cheng?

[@YouTubeKargo]

Who?

[@mrstracysims]

Thank you so very much. This tutorial is straightforward and easy to follow. My daughter and I have begun sewing together. It has been a great way for us to bond.

[@Fox_on.rockzzz]

Love this. Thank you for breaking everything down and explaining without music in the background.

[@sarafashion1585]

I am from Saudi Arabia, I love your videos

[@MADEEveryday]

+sosoky 12 Thanks so much! - Dana :)

[@tasnuvat]

Hi I love your tutorials a lot. Thanks for sharing such lovely videos. Could you please make a video for three tier/ruffle skirt?

[@nillybetty7599]

I second that request.

[@jillgens]

I have been making clothes for years and absolutely benefited from this tutorial! The measurements in the beginning and the instructions on the double-layer skirt are perfect.

[@MADEEveryday]

Awesome! Thanks! I'm glad that helped! - Dana

[@Moonlight_Renegade]

I've watched way too many circle skirt tutorials before I got to this one! Thank God I found it🙌🏽 can't wait to try this out. Great job mama👏🏽❤

[@zohrazeba3811]

new sub here...and love your explanation

[@cryavi2005]

can you do the same for a tulle skirt??

[@cjvong]

This was amazing!! Direct, easy to follow directions.. :) I loved it.

[@mdivine5644]

Thank you for your simplistic explanations, they help me as a beginner A LOT! I have wathced other and they just assume you know how to do certain things so thanks for keeping it simple!!!!!! Keep it up!!!

[@siopaoface2631]

Thank you so much for his great tutorial! I would like to try making one too, I'm still getting the hang of sewing. Can you also please make a video on how to make tulip skirts, out of jersey or tunic?

[@MADEEveryday]

Fun idea! I'll add it to the list. :)

[@cheerfullulu3484]

how many yards did you use for your skirt becaus like extra fabric and im 13 so i need to buy the amoint for you so i dont run out and have left over

[@iwannaseeit1979]

Just make a headband or scarf or something with the extra fabric...

[@lindaahmed995]

Thank you so so much….1950s Platinum Jubilee dress up for my granddaughter ..I followed your every stitch, having never made anything worth talking about before,I was so proud of myself,.but couldn’t have done it without you…xx

[@MADEEveryday]

Awww this comment makes me so happy to hear! I'm glad it all worked out well! Good job!! Dana

[@lindaahmed995]

@@MADEEveryday ….I ended up making 2 more for her little friends! Thank you again x

[@MADEEveryday]

@@lindaahmed995 Even better! :)

[@debbywright1955]

This was a great tutorial. Thank you. I can't imagine why anyone would give it a thumbs down. Ready to make poodle skirts for neighbors Granddaughters.

[@pashiepm2820]

What type of fabric can I use? Would broadwalk delight cotton work well?

[@JoyfulLivingLinda]

Thank you for this video! My son wants a dress with a circle skirt so I am gonna give it a try :P

[@yvoppon5868]

a perfect and straight-forward guide to making a really lovely skirt! thank you!

[@mercywilson6381]

I am twelve and I am going to make a skirt for myself. They look so easy and lots of fun to make! I love watching your videos..

[@AriPlayz08]

Same except I'm 13 and I hear this is really simple and looks like a good tutorial so I will try it once I get the right color fabrics

[@kathyparrish9476]

Very clearly. Very easy. Great video Dana! Thank you!

[@mehulchohan4640]

Kathy Parrish

[@bababray100]

I am from Hawaii and I want to make a few skirts for my granddaughter and your video was well done and will want to make this thank you.

[@deannafugle1615]

the circle skirt is really simple and wonderful,Easy way,but confused with the measurements .I think a bit of practice is needed.

[@AT-sx2jp]

Deanna Fugle there's a website where you put in how long you want it and your waist size and it does the math automatically.

[@goldenlivy6124]

Deanna Fugle I have a video how to make a skirt

[@lilyrose9476]

@@erinhess7879 it's very difficult for people who have dyslexia or dyscalculia👌

[@erinhess7879]

Rebel Maddox i appologize i didnt mean it like that.

[@user-cj3vz4bi6o]

A T are you going to say what the website is called?

[@bettinajevtitch3474]

Love the video! Thanks for the clear instructions! Can't wait to make some for myself and daughters!!

[@clarrissia002]

Thank you, this is such an easier follow especially with the radios expiration. Can’t wait to make one for my daughter.

[@julessrro]

is there anyway you can figure all the measurements out for a size 16 in girls??? I'm only 11 and nobody in my family knows how to figure it out... and I really need help😣

[@julessrro]

by the way I have a brother jx2517 sewing machine😊

[@mumblesandwool1243]

look online for a chart

[@mumblesandwool1243]

but look for the typical waist measurement for a size 16, and then follow her formula...

[@julessrro]

+Katherine Sillaman thanks I looked just now and found it! much appreciated😊✌😆

[@mumblesandwool1243]

Yayyy! Lol i make clothing for babies and toddlers, my daughter is a size 18 month, so im constantly looking up size charts to make clothing for other sizes xD

[@vipersviolet]

how do I measure out how many yards I will need a fabric? What's the math on that?

[@TheQueenofWonderland]

​@Lee Roberts imagine it is a square when ordering fabric, a skirt that has an internal radius of 3.5 inches plus 13 inches would then need to be multiplied by 2 to get the width of the square, so you in need fabric that is at least 33 inches by 33. (radius + radius) x 2 = the side of the square.

[@spookydovah1441]

Thank you for this :) I followed this video this afternoon and made my own circle skirt, took maybe 5 hours to do, used a lilac cotton jersey fabric and a darker lilac elastic for the waistband, I managed to make one whole circle so that was good, I struggled a bit with the elastic waistband and broke 2 needles but got there in the end, it hangs really nicely, sits maybe 4 inches below the knee at 24 inches (for my 5ft 3" height) and twirls nicely, letting it hang over night and tomorrow going to hem it. Not bad for a first time and a bank holiday afternoon well spent.

[@vanessalangley3998]

Was really struggling with how to do the math for a circle skirt, thank you so much for this easy breakdown. 👏🏼👏🏼

[@wolfyblack6344]

If I don't own a sewing machine, can I just hand sew the skirt? Or should I try to get a sewing machine?

[@MADEEveryday]

Pretty much anything that can be sewn by machine can be sewn by hand - it just takes much more time. :)

[@missbridjety]

MADE Everyday that's right. remember all our elders happily did Everything by hand first for many many centuries. And a machine was made so many years, hand made specialties, basic daily created for selling items, fix me up then hand me down, so many travels, bartered/traded items n countries later. And let's not forget all the Mama n Grandma make me clothes, mother daughter sets, the girl w/her doll clothes sets even a few father n son sets. More importantly the quilts, blankets that was sold by the few who could do them good or the ones made for each family member fot warmth. But the most important of any is a family tree history blankets/quilt that the women of the family from the eldest Grandmother to every abled Aunt down to the youngest allowed young lady Old enough where they can take direction and has proper sewing ability or a young new family of their own to add to apart to yhe history blamket/quilt. I'm in the process of creating on but my health is awful right now gonna make one for my 1st Grchild this year! go me!!!

[@goldenlivy6124]

Wolfy Black I have a video how to make a skirt which I hand sewn

[@bxelqt5911]

Try and get a sewing machine you can get one at Target for 80 bucks!

[@HushTheChaosTV]

lol this is cheesy but was suppper helpful and elementary to understand 👍

[@nevenazMadwrld]

Absolutely terrific tutorial for beginners, the pace and thoroughness was very helpful, loved the video and it's style

[@umanarayan3870]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, I've been wanting to make a circle skirt forever!