How to Sew An Easy Box Pleat Skirt Tutorial - No Hard Math Needed

[@Stylesewme]

Hey everyone! The pics of the final skirt are in the description box. I will note it again here: www.stylesewme.com/blog/diy-box-pleated-skirt-ankara-skirt I've noted this at the very beginning of this video. Any comments asking me for pics will be deleted because it's the first thing noted in the info box. :) Thanks!

[@salvationismines1]

Style Sew Me Thank you for sharing. I do have a question. How do I measure so the hem of my skirt is not hiked up in the back? My butt is kinda big. I don't want to make the skirt with the front longer than the back when I put it on. Thanks for this video. I will be making me a skirt.

[@claudiawright5231]

Nicole!!! I feel you on that issue! I was thinking the same thing with the one continuous piece method. Probably like me when you have side seams on a skirt you do a gradual slant/slope from the side seams to the back to account for that. In this case I'm thinking once we reach our final width of pleats and before cutting the bottom we can fold it where the middle front will be and do a similar gradual slope to the middle where the zipper seam will be? I think I will try that -- will be easier to adjust from that rather than it being too short and not have the look we want. Hope the best for us both!

[@salvationismines1]

Claudia Wright ok I will try that. Maybe I will try glue first and then cut and hem...

[@teresajoycej]

The link in the description box does not work.

[@doreenfebruary9508]

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[@salsomanka]

No matter how many tutorials of different people I watch, I find yours the most clear and easiest to follow. Thank you

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you!

[@warriorwoman25]

I watched several videos before stumbling upon this one. This is the simplest video I watch thus far. Thank you for your expertise and know that u had me at NO MATH NEEDED.. I am now a follower. Thanks..

[@redblackgreen3371]

WoW.... your technique is the SIMPLEST I have watched as a beginner....... Thank You..Thank You...THANK YOU!!

[@Lsmiththompson]

all I can say is AWESOMENESS! One of the best, understandable, and professional ones out. No weird music, no personal life chatter, just plain and simple professional teaching. THANK YOU!

[@Stylesewme]

+lori smith-thompson Ha! Thanks, Lori! I can't stand watching videos with the blabbering at the beginning of videos! You've got 15 seconds to get to the point or I click off!

[@29jgirl92]

You had me at "no maths needed"!!!

[@PSALMSOFSONGS]

TinyTeacup Girl me too. lol

[@kylievega1151]

I'm a simple minded person. This line got me too :3

[@cherbull]

TinyTeacup

[@Candaicelovesjesus]

TinyTeacup me too 🤔

[@DK-ks9jt]

Me too TinyTeacup !!!

[@RememberTheLord]

This is my favorite KZbin channel ever. No music, no long intro etc, no gimmicks, so detailed and helpful! You could double as an ASMR channel :)

[@Stylesewme]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@lynetterene]

okay sis....after countless times of looking at your video, I'm finally going to try to make this beautiful skirt. Thank you for everything you do to help us newbies out

[@khadijahjackson2394]

Baby these skirts are the bomb! Thanks for sharing your secrets! I made 3 of them Last week. One for me, one for my mother, and one for my daughter!!! Thanks again!

[@Stylesewme]

You're so welcome!

[@Cloudgoddes5]

I've been searching for tutorials all over the internet and I must say, yours is the only one that is concise, easy to understand, not too fast and not too slow. It is simply perfect. I will be signing up for your tutorial membership this week for sure.

[@Stylesewme]

I'm glad you like it and welcome!

[@GoddessArami]

For this to be FIVE years old, this is one of the BEST sewing tutorials that I’ve ever watched 😭

[@wanjapaulsen797]

You are such a great teacher, it's amazing that you can watch this for free. Thank you!

[@teeweeteewee8648]

yes

[@reginamoore6897]

great job...as an older lady just taking time to sew..now that i am retired..you made it short..sweet..and to the point..not too much chatter...just beautifully presented...professional attitude...thank you and keep on sewing❤❤💋

[@Stylesewme]

I'm glad you enjoyed it and congrats on your retirement, Regina!

[@keknegenkai2700]

I would love to either take classes from you or just sew together with you, you have such a lovely personality and you explain it so good, I have no experience with sewing or anything like that and yet you make it so easily understandable

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you so much!

[@teeweeteewee8648]

amen!

[@catherinehutchins6550]

I think that this is awesome and I can't wait to try this technique

[@dkadwoa4114]

@@Stylesewme love your channel and although I'm not advanced, I'm gonna let you make me grow up fast just so I can keep following you... thanks chic...

[@biggonnaturalbeauty8114]

This was the best tutorial I ever seen on how to make a skirt.. you didn’t rush and you didn’t edited information out .. this is my first time making a skirt.. and you got me in the game.. thank you this was a perfect ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@BrendaPatten1977]

Your tutorial was awesome! I love the way you worked out your pleats without doing all the figures beforehand. That's just how my mind works. Thanks for showing us how to make things easy.

[@christiannazario1363]

probably one of the most understandable sewing tutorials i have seen!

[@NiceNCurvy]

I like this one a lot! I am not a fan of math at all so I enjoy being able to sew without the stress of math lol. Beautiful skirt!

[@teeweeteewee8648]

me too

[@kf9058]

SAME 🙌

[@noyahb]

I’ll Be Making This Skirt Soon!!! Your Instructions Were The Easiest To Follow & Actually Understand!! Thank You!!

[@Stylesewme]

You're welcome!

[@stellaukpong9492]

Excellent.This was very easy to understand. You just decoded all the other complex tutorials I have watched. Thanks

[@3815djones]

Excellent tutorial. I am very much new to sewing and I have been searching for a tutorial for box pleats. This one by far is the best!!!! Thank you so much for doing this tutorial.

[@Stylesewme]

+demetra jones Thank you, Demetra! I'm glad it was easy to understand.

[@flanmaryj]

This is one of two of my favorite pleated skirt tutorials! I've seen videos in which they actually turn under that waistline edge before stitching it down and it still looks very nicely finished. I'm looking forward to trying this fast and easy skirt!!

[@1reedja]

I have been sewing for years and i enjoyed your video!! Any beginner can do this!! Thank you

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you, Josie!

[@yolandamarshall7733]

As a first time sewer, you are great with your teaching technique. I want to sew this pattern I have purchased so much fabric but do not want to pay 3x as much to sew it. I will be viewing several times more to perfect this technique, thank you.

[@lynetterene]

Yolanda Marshall ...I agree with you...I will be watching and watching....I'm a newbie too and I'm trying to avoid unnecessary errors.....good for you!!!

[@96Aliya96]

I was just about to give up on making pleats and just do a gathered skirt instead and then I stumbled on your video. You made it so easy! Thank you!!!

[@warlyfresh]

Thanks for this! Now I'm gonna make my wife one. Oh, you should wear it at the end of the video, so we can see how looks on you. You got a new subscriber.

[@Stylesewme]

Thanks! I noted at the beginning of the video the link to the pics are in the description box. :)

[@lawsc4u]

This was an awesome video! It simplified not only box pleats but also zippers in a waistband. Thank you for this tutorial.

[@jazzygrace7]

Thank you for sharing. I especially like that you took time regarding the zipper installation..Your material is beautiful.

[@someke]

I haven't sewn in years and wanted to make a high waist pleated maxi skirt. Your step by step tutorial was extremely helpful in my completing the skirt. I'm looking forward to seeing more from you. Thank you!

[@bettyehill1813]

I really appreciate that illustration, it was very informative to say the least. I haven't made anything in years, yet I purchased a new sewing machine a couple years ago to start back, haven't done anything yet but perhaps after watching your video I am encouraged to do so.

[@monifakincaid6096]

I used your tutorial to make this skirt 4 years ago and i loved it. I had to stop sewing for a while and 4 years later I am back. This was thee best thing that I ever made for myself. Oh it fit like a glove.

[@confyaiye]

This is the best skirt tutorial ever. I will be making this style asap. Thank you so much.

[@raemc4704]

I am so grateful for this tutorial, best ever! I watched five video on pleated skirt and I could not follow their method to make the skirt. Than I came across your Tutorial, now I can't wait to make several pleated skirts. Thanks a lot!

[@tessavandeneeden9450]

AWESOME! Thank you so much! Never thought about cutting AFTER pleating. That's so much more easy for me since I'm always going crazy on the math! Thank you so much.

[@pamelaannfuller9410]

Fabulous teaching and explanation and video of sewing the zipper!! ((How many sewing teachers have tried to teach me zipper installation?? Too many to count. You are the BEST teacher... Thank you so much for the super clear directions, etc. AAAAA+++++))

[@pamelaannfuller9410]

LOVE your attitude-- difference between "fast" and "quality." Also--you have gorgeous hands and voice...(and taste!!) Very talented person you are...

[@willowtree7320]

wonderful! i've been struggling with all kinds of blogs and videos to get this right, each promising to be simple but really aren't! I think i've finally found HELP in your video, thank you, i can't wait to try!

[@Stylesewme]

I'm so glad you found this helpful!

[@debz621]

very good my daughter wants this style skirt and you have made look so easy wont bother buying a pattern thanx

[@OurStories3]

The skirt I made turned out perfect. Thank you thank you TTTHHAANNKK YYOOUUU! Big hugs and kisses to you for this wonderful tutorial.

[@helenaa.8588]

Hi! THANK YOU SO MUCH! I want to make a pleated skirt, and have been seing videos on the KZbin, but none is SO SIMPLE like yours!!! :D And congratulations!!! You explain so well, that even I, a novice to sew, is able to understand!!! Please keep posting tutorials! Kisses from Portugal!

[@Stylesewme]

I will, Helena. Thank you!

[@robintait5174]

that is a great tutorial. I made my skirt yesterday. thanks for sharing.

[@demerarasugar1837]

Firstly your fabric choice is just fabulous. And I've just started watching!

[@impeccableimage]

Best tutorial ever!! And I've watched MANY. Thanks so much!

[@Stylesewme]

+impeccableimage You're welcome!

[@kiveli94]

I love you girl!! :D :D I try to make a lot of times a skirt but the result was terrible, it was all wrong!! I made the skirt that you show us and finally i made my own tutorial skirt, thanks to you!! My boyfriend said to me nice skirt , is new? A lot of kisses from Cyprus!!!

[@LACLARE1]

Sweetie you are the best that I have seen so far, you make everything so easy for me. Keep doing what you are doing. I would love to make this skirt with side pockets and a back zipper. Do you have a video for it?

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you. I have that exact tutorial on my site www.stylesewmepatterns.com

[@jewelldavis983]

OMG! I finally did it thanks to you. I have looked at numerous KZbin videos and books and googled and just couldn’t do it. I’ve seam ripped ruined garments and gave up. But I just sewed my first invisible zipper flawlessly following your technique.

[@Stylesewme]

Glad I could help!

[@Savorlifejoy2]

Love your tutorials! Can you do a wrap dress please without the flare?

[@monifakincaid6096]

This is a super clear tutorial designed for us to produce professional results. You are a fabulous sewing educator. This is thee best box pleated tutorial I have seen on youtube. Thank you so very much!

[@Stylesewme]

+Monifa Kincaid Thank you, Monifa!

[@adriannegentleman83]

great tutorial, the only thing is, you didn't show the completed garment, seeing it finished and modeled would be great.

[@Stylesewme]

Link in description

[@LoveMusicBad]

@@Stylesewme Link does not work

[@laurenmead4453]

This tutorial was absolutely fantastic and your directions were very easy to follow

[@sdamom621]

I loved this! You posted it over a year ago and it's still being viewed I want to make a least 2 if these

[@Stylesewme]

Go for it! And thank you!

[@teeweeteewee8648]

yes for me, today is the first I've seen it......and it's just what I needed to know....she's a wonderful teacher.

[@jenellred]

absolutely THE BEST tutorial I have seen. You've made it VERY easy for a newbie like ME!!! This video has illuminated my path to sewing waistbands and zippers as well. Now I can try pleats without being Skeptical!! THUMBS UP!!👍👍 THANK YOU! 😁

[@Stylesewme]

+jenellred Woohoo!! Thank you and I'm glad it helped!

[@adeliachambers4031]

My skirt came out great. Thanks for the video!

[@susangordon4170]

Thank you! Very precise and easy to follow for me, a beginner sewer and I didn't think I would be able to do this without a pattern. You've shown me it's possible. Now to find the perfect fabric! Woo hoo!

[@Stylesewme]

+Susan Gordon Hey now! I'm happy to hear, Susan!

[@Stacyco]

Good sewing tutorial! Thanks for your sharing.

[@SHAYZON]

O H MY GOODNESS!! @I have watched numerous sewing videos in hopes and w/the intentions of teaching myself to sew. I leave completing a "project" but not feeling confident with the information enough to do again on my own. It's been a dream and desire of mine for years. I've done an in person class as well and I just have to say that you're the best, most thorough, simplified and motivating tutorial I HAVE SEEN!! Thank you so so much for removing the complication and making it so clear and doable! I'm so excited this morning! IT'S ON! lol.. 😉

[@Stylesewme]

This is exactly my goal and I'm so happy you found this video helpful!

[@HsoSha]

i just made this skirt .. and it's stunning...

[@karenmathews7766]

Thanks

[@monastrickland1985]

I don't have an instagram but ai followed this video and made my first skirt ever and I have you to thank!!! Awesome video and I love my skirt!

[@erickacastillo5760]

Thank you! this video hella helped me! I figured out what went wrong with the one I made.

[@cocot3662]

This video taught me how to make the easiest skirt. I have made various colored fabrics and various prints. Love them all.

[@Eyesofthebeholder214]

Wow awesome vid, appreciated this so much. I did finish my skirt and its not bad for a beginner. I will try another one. Practice right? lol Cheers 🎀👡💖

[@Stylesewme]

Yes, practice makes perfect! But congrats on getting the first one done!

[@SimplyShere]

Amazing! Beautiful skirt. This was by far the easiest, most informative, clear and thorough video I have watched about making a skirt like this.

[@Stylesewme]

+MyUncut Reality Awesome, thank you!

[@CrownofElegance]

great tutorial

[@CrownofElegance]

hey I made a skirt following your tutorial and it came out really great! Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@charlenemcgill2961]

I made a skirt with an African print following your tutorial. Didn't have enough fabric to follow the measurements for the skirt band, but I made it work.......Thank you and keep em' comin...Kudos for a job well done !!

[@scrapdaworld]

This was awesome!! New sub!!

[@latanyaleach8052]

Just made this skirt and it came out perfect! Thanks for sharing!

[@TravonyaT]

What if my measurement ends in the middle of a pleat?

[@Stylesewme]

Adjust the first and last pleat to be somewhat even since they will meet at the center back.

[@TravonyaT]

Style Sew Me I adjusted the last pleat, didnt think about the first one. Thank you! What I've always done was just cut it bigger after the last pleat and it never fits my high waist lol

[@kathyfitz151]

The skirt is so beautiful, I can't stop looking at the pictures haha. The fabric is beautiful and it's styled perfectly with the blouse and shoes. I'm going to have to give this a try.

[@dianadivadiamond]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I can relate & understand everything that you showed. Anyone can make this skirt after watching this video. You're a lifesaver. Blessings to you my dear.

[@tamarabatey6882]

OMG!!! This is what I needed. I have been getting stuck on finishing my waistband and zipper installation with my box pleats. I've been working on this every night. I can't wait to try it. This tutorials a right on time for me. Your instruction was awesome. I look forward to seeing what other tutorials you offer.

[@Stylesewme]

+Tamara Batey Thanks, Tamara!! There will definitely be more tutorials.

[@deborahwesner3000]

You have such a calm demeanor and explain what you are working on so thoroughly. I feel like I can follow your tutorial and be totally successful. You are enjoyable to follow! And a cheer leader!

[@utna90]

I'm so grateful for your video. I tried to make a box pleated skirt by drawing a pattern but it was a total failure. Although I have attended pattern making classes I had no idea how to make this skirt so easy. Thank you for the video.

[@lathamurali5897]

very clear explanation and video!!thank you!!i wish there is an option of giving more thumbs up for this video.

[@tonicorbett651]

This is one of the best tutorials I have watched! Thank you so much for showing each of the steps, especially the waistband and zipper. Most times they are just "magically" attached! I can't wait to give this a try.

[@Stylesewme]

Haha, you're welcome!

[@vickiedavis720]

This is definately the best Box Pleated Skirt Tutorial I've seen so far. It has taken the stress out of box pleats for me. Thank you, thank you and thank you!

[@monifakincaid6096]

I am almost done with my skirt and I have to say this tutorial was so so spot on for everything. I have been taking my time and not rushing anything and it is looking so crisp and clean. Thank you so so much!

[@trinityuncut]

Girl where have you been all my life?!! You were so thorough with your tutorial and the skirt came out perfect!!! Thank you!

[@wilmajb]

Wow. I've been sewing longer then you are old,(smile) but I'm so impressed with this tutorial. I've sat through about three pleated skirt video's but your video is the one I will reference today for my quick and easy no pattern project. Thanks so much

[@523solutions]

Awesome! I have in my collection Afrikan fabric to make pleated skirts, thanks to you no pattern needed. you made the tutorial easy to follow. THANKS!!

[@carlasmith9760]

I have been scouring KZbin and watching atleast 20 box pleat tutorials and yours has been the best. I too like my work to look professional and the math is ok but really, who wants to do that! Thanks so much, I will subscribe. And hopefully, I will have a picture for you in the future.

[@lauramalone9520]

Thank so much I'm going to try this. I couldn't do a zipper at all. Now I thank I can. You are a blessing to me. Have a very blessed day. From Laura

[@toniawimberly7020]

Hi I have been sewing since High School and I even tried my hand in going to the Art Institute in NY but unfortunately I had to drop out after a year, I went to my Mother with my problem and thank God she continued to show me how to sew and make my own patterns out of my own clothes, well making a long story short I was interested in starting my own business now I am not so sure yes I do still make clothes, my Grand Kids are my model its just personal clothes making for just my family but I feel that I still have alot to learn before making my hobby into a small business and my Mom is no longer with us but I am happy she taught me a little more about sewing I have just started watching your video on business and how you made your skirt I want to be good like you and I need help.

[@patriciahughes2945]

You got much love! Excellent, you keep up the good teachings. I'm a sewer and you made the pleats look real easy. Will watch more of your videos.

[@BudapestKizombaConnection]

you just taught me everything that i was missing... literally... i made a similar skirt intuitively, no tutorial whatsoever and i only missed the parts of serging and how to attach the zip.... incredibly professional how u make ur videos, i love how you talk... subscribed and im gonna watch ALL your videos...

[@svetlanabarrow6026]

Thank you for your tutorial. I am thinking making myself a skirt and your tutorial helps me to understand how to sew step by step. Beautiful skirt and fabric.

[@ritabarrera480]

Thank you for posting this video. I've been looking for these exact instructions for a while. As an experienced seamstress, I just needed a few pointers and this answered all of my construction questions.

[@MrsRetroRed]

Thank you for that tutorial. I struggle with zippers and your techniques really made the process clear.

[@shabbynchic1]

Excellent! This tutorial is detailed, practical, yet not drawn out. I'm making a skirt for my daughter's cultural event and now I know exactly how I'm going to sew her skirt.

[@frozenight7727]

Hi, I so loved your video. Its well detailed and easy to understand. I am a beginner and I am currently working on my first project. Im copying this skirt and it makes easier. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@rebeccamiller6312]

This is an excellent tutorial. Thank you! You are easy to follow and your voice is pleasant. I appreciate that you showed us closeups of different parts like the top stitching on the waistband at the zipper. I'll be looking for other tutorials by you.

[@fabiola5762]

I love it!! I have a nice piece of African print fabric I bought from a lady who goes home to West Africa once a year and purchases the beautiful cotton prints . Now I know what to do with that piece. Thank you and you are an awesomely talented and inspiring instructor!!

[@chantoljames8281]

Thank you so much. The tutorial was really simple to follow. I made my skirt completely by hand as I don't have a sewing machine. Every time I wear it I received loads of compliments and orders 😊

[@TondraTon]

I've learned alot...I didn't know my machine had a overlock stitch til ur video .....thnks great video

[@crb1959]

Oh my god. I'm trying this tomorrow with a lovely linen blend chambray I just bought. I LOVE box pleats. Great tutorial. Thank you!!

[@deborahmorgan5593]

This is a wonderful tutorial for sewing a box pleat skirt! I don't like stitching by hand if I don't have to either. Thanks so much!

[@sherylegriffin3122]

Wonderful video. I have been sewing for years and I still learned something from your video. Thank you! keep up the good work.

[@Stylesewme]

Thanks, Sheryle!

[@rebekahthomas813]

Girl... I thank God for you!! I wish I had found you on my first attempt... I wouldn't have wasted my fabric :/. You explain things so well... Ugh... New fan! Can't wait to look through your stuff, I am in need of a new wardrobe made by me! *you are soooo good!!* :D

[@jaelldixon325]

I loved this tutorial..I have been rubbish at putting in a zip. I think your tutorial is one of the best I've watched...thank you x

[@Stylesewme]

+Jaell Dixon I'm glad it helped you!

[@marciabrown7881]

Thank you so much this was the first time that I've ever seen a simple and easy way to put in a zipper as well as make one of my favorite skirts.

[@Laydera]

OMG thank you! I knew there way an easy way to do this. taught this 20+ years ago and couldn't remember now that i need it. you saved me so much of a headache.

[@beaniegreen4849]

the skirt is beautiful and looks gorgeous on you. The fabric is so lovely and your sewing is so professional.