DIY Circle Skirt with enclosed elastic waistband. Any age + Any size. Easy!

[@BonesofStarlight]

Tip for sewists who are anything like me and can get distracted, ending up sewing closed something where you wanted to stop- use a differently colored pin or clip! I personally use red to indicate "Stop sewing here, you dork!" to myself :D It has saved me so much headache of unpicking things!

[@romelaoccasosewingideas]

true, thanks for the tip

[@jilllazdane8861]

@@pattif8353 Haaa

[@nursenightmare6245]

My ADHD brain thanks you

[@itsfrickenkirby2537]

Why didn't I think of that? lmao, I'll use this tip,

[@eb6177]

Thanks for the tip😂

[@barbaraness4507]

I’ve been sewing for 46 years, but I feel it’s been very beneficial for me to watch some refresher videos, especially when it’s something I haven’t made in a long time.

[@joyscranfield5527]

Fingers 🤞 crossed! Attempting my first circle skirt & it's out of slippery fabric! Please wish me luck. This old nanny is learning a new "trick"

[@MADEEveryday]

You can do it! Have fun sewing! - Dana

[@vespa2223]

I am confused. If the waist measurement is the actual size of the waist, and there is no zipper, how do you get this on over your bum? The elastic cannot stretch any larger than the waist measurement. What am I missing?

[@aricks7286]

I have been STRUGGLING to find a circle skirt tutorial that I understand. This is the best video I have watched and I nearly cried in relief. I'm a beginning sewer and have a hard time understanding sewing lingo. But your video was so clear and so easy to follow!!!!!! I made my first skirt thanks to you! My sister is going to love it. Thank you, thank you!

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh I'm so glad this video was helpful for you! That makes me so happy to hear! Thanks for sharing and have fun with more sewing projects! - Dana

[@jcm4923]

You make it look simple and 'do-able'...sign of a good teacher! Thank you!

[@mafaldafulvio9192]

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[@Miss-Laine]

I recently went to the vet with my dog and she had to wear the cone. For some reason when we took it off I had an idea that it will be awesome stencil to cut out pattern for skirt lol 😂

[@MADEEveryday]

Haha. Hilarious and YES! It's like a plastic circle skirt :) Haha. - Dana

[@starduststudios5671]

Yahuah sent His Son Yahusha to die and take our punishment!!! REPENT!! DO NOT TAKE THE VACCINE IT IS THE MARK OF THE Beast

[@sad111ya]

@@starduststudios5671 how is this relevant

[@rachelaholt7379]

I have 3 little girls under 6 so I’m definitely making matching skirts! Thank you!

[@MADEEveryday]

Sounds adorable!

[@lizzok8390]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I agree with others... this is one of many circle skirt video tutes I've viewed and by far the best! Looking forward to using this waistband technique.

[@heidimcchristian719]

I love this. The waistband technique works so well with the 1/4 circle skirt pattern I was able to come up with for my daughter's school uniform skirts. I hate waistbands - Thank you!

[@eogma7848]

This is a great pattern. What kind of fabric is the plaid example you're using in the video? I'm teaching 3 beginners.

[@forgetfulone923]

I really appreciate your step-by-step instructions and how you keep it moving along, showing every step yet not wasting our time to show every pin or every part of the ironing process, just enough so we know what to do. You're a great teacher! I think in the video you forgot to tell us the length of the waistband (you mentioned the width), but it is in the instructions below. This is so handy! Your music is uplifting, yet not overpowering or too loud like some videos I've seen. It's very professional. Thank you!

[@catherinewetelainen7300]

So I am a complete newbie and this will be my first circle skirt. I’m reading through the comments and nobody else has asked and it doesn’t say in the directions how much you even need fabric wise to start is it a yard? Or is it more? it just says folded in four but I don’t know how big the fabric needs to be in the first place OK silly question but I don’t wanna cut up my fabric if I don’t need it all.

[@lou7809]

I have made so many skirts with this pattern and I absolutely love how they turn out! I even got a new sewing machine for Christmas! Thank you so much for the incredibly helpful and easy to follow tutorial! I will definitely be using more of your patterns!

[@nancyheisenberg]

How long is the waist band measurement?

[@denisedorsey2889]

Dana, I just can’t believe how much your daughter has grown! Good to see you back.

[@MADEEveryday]

I know! It's so crazy. She's grown up throughout these videos :) And thanks! I'll try to share more regularly this year :) Dana

[@eunicebugaian1397]

Same, when I saw her I was like, is she the little girl?

[@JenSutton2023]

You are such a joy to watch and a really good teacher. Also, your camera is just at the right angle(s)

[@starduststudios5671]

Yahuah sent His Son Yahusha to die and take our punishment!!! REPENT!! DO NOT TAKE THE VACCINE IT IS THE MARK OF THE Beast

[@daisy-xu9hb]

@@starduststudios5671 lol

[@barbsedlock3388]

How much fabric did you buy for skirt??

[@ninp4890]

Great video, you always inspire me to get my sewing machine out! Can you show us how to make a skirt with a flat front and elasticated back, and maybe half circle ? Thanks, keep safe ☺️

[@suhanachisty9872]

After long back ma'am Ur amazing video

[@shanaazmohammed7713]

Only this morning I was thinking when you would put up a video

[@MADEEveryday]

Hahah. I know! It's been a while, but I'm back with some videos! Sorry for the long break. 2020 was a crazy year :) Dana

[@shanaazmohammed7713]

@@MADEEveryday Soo true

[@poocky100]

I love your videos. So refreshing and easy

[@imeldachannel3555]

Imagine getting a heart from the uploader.. thank you ma'am for your videos. God bless you more🥰🥰🥰

[@sewing3530]

Whohoo!! So glad you posted this video!! :) you're amazing

[@MADEEveryday]

Thank you!

[@hanaaalruqaishi3161]

We miss u 🤩

[@vicentapaisana2995]

Yes!!!!!! ☝🏼

[@MADEEveryday]

Aww thanks! I'm sorry I haven't posted as much this past year. 2020 was a little crazy. But I plan to most more this coming year! Dana

[@katesadler5323]

Such a great tutorial, thank you! Just a question about making a maxi skirt version... Is there a way to fold fabric to get an adult maxi length? I'm tall and really want to make a swishy, floaty floor length circle skirt!

[@MADEEveryday]

Hi Kate, Thanks! Yes. You can make a maxi circle skirt, but it's hard to get the fabric long enough....you would likely need to sew two sides seams or even 4 seams to get enough length on your fabric (for an adult). You could also cut a more A-line version of a skirt, so it's not a full circle, and that would allow you to have more fabric length to work with. I hope that makes sense! :) - Dana

[@queenofthepierats3488]

Thank you for this video! I'm just learning (or remembering - middle school sewing classes were a long time ago 😅) how to sew again and this was a fantastic tutorial. Every other waistband video I watched left me confused, but you somehow made it very clear and easy to understand. I can't wait to get out my sewing machine and fabric and try it! :)

[@flutteralong5546]

[00:00] Music, view example piece on model. [00:12] Intro with description of skirt. [00:22] Music. [00:32] 3 examples. [00:57] Supplies. • Fabric • Elastic, 1" wide non-rolling • Ruler • Cutting surface • Scissors or rotary cutter • DIY skirt pattern (see below) [01:03] Basic concept. (See previous video) [01:21] Measurements. [01:46] Cut fabric. [03:01] Waistband description. [03:40] Cutting tools. [03:44] 3.25" wide waistband. [04:15] Fold & press 1/4" raw edges of waistband. [04:52] Fold & press waistband in half. [05:04] Pin waistband to skirt. [05:51] Tail of waistband. [06:12] Pin 2 ends of waistband. [07:16] Sew ends of waistband, match up to skirt, trim, and pin. [08:35] Sew waistband to skirt using 1/4" seam allowance. [09:12] Turn indide-out; then fold to cover previous stitch line, and pin waistband. Leave 2" opening in back of skirt to slip elastic through later. [10:35] Pin 2" opening in back. [10:59] Sew waistband to skirt. [11:45] Through 2" opening, slide elastic into waistband. [12:29] Pin end of elastic to skirt. [12:56] Pull both ends of elastic out from opening. Pin and sew together. [14:00] Spread folds, match opening to skirt, and sew opening closed. [14:36] Final step: Fold and press 1/4" raw edge of hem. [15:04] Fold and press another 1/4" edge of hem to encase previously folded raw edge. [15:15] Link to another video showing another method to hem a circular skirt: "How to make a Circle Skirt - for any age + any size" by MADE Everyday kzbin.info/www/bejne/paKxhmNjhLeemKM [15:26] Sew hem. [15:43] Voila! Completed skirt.

[@zarahofshiloh7537]

You also need to add the extra inches to the waist area if you are not working with a stretch fabric to be able to get it over your hips.

[@carolmurray5794]

Thank you for this tutorial! All the folklorico or double circle skirts I have found call for either zippers or ribbons, I’ve been wanting an elastic waistband and this tutorial is perfect! Thank you so much for the details in making and sewing on an elastic waistband!

[@brianacoggins9692]

I’m trying to make on of these for myself, but I’m running into a problem where the fabric isn’t wide enough. I got plenty of yards, but when I fold it up, and lay the cut out down half of it doesn’t fit on the fabric! Any advice?

[@tarahurricane5331]

I would buy wider fabric and the fabric you cant use for something else

[@readerslive1000lives]

Did you just eyeball the quarter inch when ironing?? Would the +5 inches for the waist translate to a bigger adult skirt or would you want more?

[@MADEEveryday]

Yea. I just eyeball the ironing. As for the extra inches.....(I've added this info here in the video text also): • For kids, I would go with the waist measurement. The extra 2-5 inches depends on how gathered you'd like the waistband to be. • For adults, I would go with the hip measurement. Or try the waist measurement + 2 inches. It's a bit of trial and error since everyone has a different hip/waist ratio.

[@BerthaAkagbue]

Thank you.

[@Just1Independent1]

Why did you divide it by 6.28 ? At 1:30 Edit: I get it now. Radius = circumference(waist) / 2pie(6.28)

[@dandeliononwintersnow7036]

Im a grade 10 student and i have never done sewing before IN MY WHOLE LIFE, but i am willimg to learn, starting from here.

[@godsspecialchild86]

Another fantastic video!!

[@danawillard2241]

Awesome! Thank you Sarah! and yes, you should definitely make a skirt for yourself :) Dana

[@lennonbabicz968]

Any advice on getting the waist measurement right? I mess up every circle skirt I try to make because I just can't get the waist measurement right 😢 I'm going to try to salvage it with the elastic but it's just unfortunate at best

[@viviwilhelmsson307]

Hi Dana! Lovely to see you!! 🙏🏼❤

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks! I know it's been a while. 2020! Ahhh. Back to video making in 2021! :) Dana

[@Eliana-gu5vx]

@@MADEEveryday Yay...so glad!

[@SuperCloudBerry]

I got a solid sway in my back, and an adult woman's butt. And since the fabric drapes down over said butt the added "bulk" make the skirt shorter in the back :p Anyone got any tips and tricks on how to make it equal length all around the bottom edge without having to sew a dozen panels ? XD

[@2020marlenehansen]

Have you found a solution? I have the same problem and it’s pretty annoying 🤨

[@malonzo6836]

I started sewing with your videos but one thing I felt I was missing was knowing more about fabrics. Then I got this wonderful book from the library and I come to realize you are the author! Any chance of reprinting 'Fabrics A to Z'?

[@courtneyscott6055]

So awesome you posted this! I come to your channel when I’m preparing to sew something 😬 Can you do a video on how to lengthen a dress hem? You’re awesome!

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks Courtney! That's a fun idea. :) Dana

[@dm4859]

So darling. You look like you have a 24" waist. So jealous!

[@danawillard2241]

haha. No I don't have a 24" waist, but my youngest daughter does!

[@fayhinds2244]

Why fold the material in Four and not half for a half circle? What if I divide waist 3.14?

[@artbyjelly]

THANK YOU for this video!!!! I always find that woven fabric has more prints available and is way more affordable

[@elizabethlamp]

Just found you! I'm making these circle skirts for 3 granddaughters for Christmas - thank you!

[@moominkraft6427]

This is wonderful! I ADORE circle skirts. My LYS recently revamped their store, carrying a wider selection of fabrics. Now I have an excuse to go shopping! LoL!

[@transcriptionguy5193]

This has been the first item of clothing I ever made (I’ve made cushion covers but that’s it) and it turned out well enough that my 4 year old daughter won’t take it off. I used a really stretchy fabric so when I cut the hole it was way way too big. I just added some pleats to the waist as I went around but the whole thing was tricky just because of my stupid material choice.

[@janinedear-barlow]

Hi I was wondering is this video sponsored by babylock?

[@csknight]

Thanks so much for this video. You're a great teacher and I the ease of the pattern! Love this skirt!

[@flowerze11]

Can you please make a simple dress for adults? I love your work!

[@emmabrodiebear663]

Thank you for this, I’ve been looking all over for how to do this! How do you figure in how to make it big enough to pull it up over your hips? (I’m about a size 10-12) Would that be waist plus increase for hips? Or just make the opening the size of hips plus an extra inch or two for ease of pulling up with elastic being my waist size or an inch or two smaller? I have a flannel I want to use for a longish skirt. I wear pajama pants all the time at home and I wanted a really comfy skirt. I hope this would work. I’d actually like a 3/4 circle skirt but I am not sure how to figure out the waist for that - there’s no good easy to follow videos for that. Maybe a new video for you? 😉 Thank you for making this. 💕

[@babyvalentina3077]

I was wondering the same. Did this tutorial and couldn't fit in.. 😪

[@TANYACHOWDHURY85]

I guess one way is to insert a zipper. I did this as my first sewing project and couldn't fit in either.

[@lyzmika5626]

Please do a wrap skirt tuturiol!

[@deliacumoletti6549]

Thanks Danna I will definitely have to make some that is just so stinking adorable I have eight granddaughters and four daughters that would love a new skirt will have to definitely have to make some great idea to use some fabric up tfs

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh awesome! I hope you make some Delia! :) Dana

[@rachealzauche2187]

What are your fabric recommendations for this? Cotton?

[@joeckelly88]

Thank you Thank you! I just bought fabric to make myself a circle skirt like this a week ago and I wasn't 100% sure how to go about it. This is EXACTLY what I needed. Thank you so so much!

[@danawillard2241]

Oh good! I'm so happy to hear that! Have fun sewing! Dana

[@Vanessa-lima]

Wow you sew very well!!! Were do u get your fabrics? When will u do a giveaway pls? Bless u🥰😊👍

[@MADEEveryday]

Thank you Vanessa! It's been a while since a video...sorry to leave you all hanging :) Good idea about a giveaway. I'll have to figure that out :) Thanks! Dana

[@Vanessa-lima]

@@MADEEveryday thankyou so much What are the prices of your fabric rolls pls and for shipping?

[@viviwilhelmsson307]

@@MADEEveryday Dana! You allready give us so much! Why a give away...? 🤔 No need. 😊

[@TiffanyRodz]

Omg, I was just telling my husband that I missed your videos. I’m so happy you’re back! I’m new at sewing and have found your videos enjoyable and easy to follow for a newbie like me.

[@danawillard2241]

Aww thanks Tiffany! I hope to post more regularly in 2021! Thanks for watching and I'm so happy you've taken up sewing :) Have fun with it all! - Dana

[@lunavangucht5436]

I love the fabric so much! Where did you buy this one? Your video is so useful!! I'm 14 years old and I wonna to do something with fashion, so thank u verry much!

[@jaimemaceno4571]

Any way you could help me figure out how much fabric I need . My waist is 40 and I would like it to be around 19 inches

[@ninetiesperson7980]

Thank you. I know I can always come to you for easy, straightforward and clear instructions to take the stress out and make sewing more enjoyable than it already is.

[@kameswaripeetham4224]

How to stich saree organizer bag pls make a video

[@shanaazmohammed7713]

This is cute I'll make one for my daughter too

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh good! It would be fun to have matching skirts with your kids :)

[@atroy1983]

I’ve been watching you for years Dana - before I had children and now I have them too! And I just so happen to need a tutorial for this right when you published it!! Thank you!

[@dqisymansueto1405]

Hello Miss Dana can i ask how many meters or yard to make a round skirt?just to clarify.

[@barbsedlock3388]

Yes I would like to know what yardage you used also. Thank You

[@rebechkah]

Do you know how long it takes to do this?? I rlly want to start making my own clothes, but I don’t have a lot of time bc of school and work. I’m hoping i can make one skirt a week or something like that to get good practice!

[@janasrinath]

Thank you for this! I am following this method to make my first ever circle skirt 🙂. Since its for my little granddaughter I needed a pattern with elasticated waistband and this came into view right on time. Much appreciated 🙏

[@RobinHood599]

I need to make this skirt ASAP This has helped so much highly recommend

[@sharonmartinez8]

Live it. Do you a video to make a tul skirt?

[@Linda-gp6hc]

This is something a beginner like me can do for my daughter who loves these type of skirts... I wonder if it is possible to ass a little pair of pants inside to make it a skort? Because she always have to wear something underneath as she is very active. Thank you for your video.

[@InaTrendyTown]

Great! Thanks for your videos

[@tomvivdecoteau7065]

you made it look so easy thank you for this video

[@skboren]

I had one day's notice to figure out something for my daughter to wear to a 1950s day at school, and I am not a talented sewist but your tutorial was so clear I was able to sew an adorable checkered skirt from an old sheet in a few hours, and the elastic waistband means she'll be able to wear it for several years. Thank you so much.

[@suhanachisty9872]

I love u so much ma'am Take care ma'am

[@kembakirton3176]

Thanks for sharing... love this!!!

[@ernestinehobbs-dubois6373]

I’m so confused, why divide by 6.28?

[@danielmardim5866]

2π. The circle diameter and circumference formula

[@CheyTCheyPie]

In order to cut the circle for the waist (the top smaller curved line) you have to find the radius of your waist measurements. You start with circumference and the formula for finding circumference. The circumference = your waist measurement. The formula is C = 2•pi•r where pi is 3.14 and we will pretend the circumference(waist measurement) is 30 inches. 2•3.14 is 6.28, which makes the equation come out to 30 = 6.28•r. Divide the 6.28 from both sides, the right side cancels out and the equation comes out to 4.7 = r and that is your radius! Confusing math stuff, but I hope this helped!

[@PaysTreats]

What kind of 1 inch elastic are you using? Knit? Woven? Ribbed? I don't know the difference. Beginner sewist here.

[@MADEEveryday]

I prefer knit elastic…it has less tendency to “roll” in a casing for me, and it’s not too stiff. That’s what I would recommend! You can by a big roll on Amazon, or in small packages at a fabric shop. Hope that helps! -Dana

[@PaysTreats]

@@MADEEveryday Thank you so much. One more question, little confused about the waistband what are the measurements? How do I find how much to cut? Am I just supposed to cut out 3.25 inches?

[@caseyw8248]

Your videos are so easy to follow!!!! Please keep sharing! Thank you

[@MADEEveryday]

Thank you Casey! Dana

[@Dawn-tb4yk]

The narrow hem in perfect on this... and I love the more sophisticated look of the waistband (as opposed to a yoga waist or something similiar) NICE WORK. Thank you!

[@jessiehassler1236]

Why don't you use starch when pressing?? I find it makes the stitching easier when I use it... 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ So I'm curious on why no starch???

[@khunsoben7199]

Hello I like your video

[@lindadechow3703]

Aw, this is a great tutorial and I love this skirt-a really neat idea to make a few gathers, sort of the best of both worlds. Genius, I had not thought of that. My favorite memory is of the twin dresses my mom made for us. It is not too much, believe me, it is a memory she will cherish.

[@esmee100100]

I just love to see you working the same way i do, just eyeball all of the ironing and go with it

[@danawillard2241]

Haha. Right? No time to be that precise. Haha

[@phesine]

Great video, Dana! I just love watching you, and it's so fun for me to feel like we're doing projects "together." I've watched (and used) your circle skirt tutorial over and over. I recently made some Christmasy/winter gathered skirts for myself and my daughter with a flat front waistband and enclosed elastic waistband back. Every time I make one I get a little better, but I have to reinvent the wheel each time, depending on what type and size of elastic I have on hand that late at night! Ha ha. I have a question about using elastic. I cut out my elastic at the size I want, for various projects, but then it gets all stretched out and too long by the end, losing some of its stretchiness. This happens to me with both exposed waistbands-style projects and with casings, with both new and old elastic. Any tips?

[@phesine]

P.S. I love the use of the tape dispensers!

[@MADEEveryday]

Hahah. Oh good! I'm glad you feel like we're hanging out together :) And I totally know what you mean about reinventing the wheel each time. Each time I make this, I have to make a new pattern cause the kids keep growing! As for elastic...yes, I find that too---that it tends to stretch and I sew with it, and not bounce back all the way. This may just be the nature of elastic. This is why I cut my elastic the same size as my child's waist, to account for that. I also find that with a heavier fabric like this, the skirt needs to be a bit tighter to stay in place. Anyway. Not sure that helps...it was a bit of a ramble :) Dana

[@MADEEveryday]

@@phesine Haha. I use them so often! Thanks

[@victoriamcfarland-vs2183]

when you made your skirts from here, did you add your own sewing allowance? I can't understand if I need to add it or has it been added for me

[@imeldachannel3555]

I'm from the Philippines..ma'am hope you could help me to have one BABY LOCK SEWING MACHINE please .. I really love to have it.. thank you God bless

[@marilyny6958]

Doesn't the waist opening have to be large enough to fit over one's hips? If my waist is 28 and my hips are 36 adding 5 in to 28 will only make it 33 inch opening, seems I'll have to make the waist at least the size of my hips

[@farhaqudrotun2725]

Hi dana thanks for the video! Ill definitely try this. I hope youre staying safe and healthy!

[@gracieh10]

This is a great tutorial, thanks so much! The only thing I’m confused about is how long you make the rectangle for the elastic band. I made one that’s 8 inches longer than the circumference of my waist and it’s still not long enough. As I pin it, there are bunches so it shortens it but even 8 extra inches isn’t long enough. Thanks!

[@CrownedLily]

If I used my waist measurement I'd never be able to get it over my hips. As there is an 11 inch difference.

[@sarabykov]

Can you please show how to make it a button up skirt??

[@areyoubeewhy2413]

im sorry, i finally read the dirctions below and it explains the materiL SIZE FOR THE WAIST.

[@suhanachisty9872]

Wow ma'am it's so beautiful

[@Charlottejanesdad]

You are sew amazing

[@marsharodan819]

Have a big problem with waistband bunching up when I am sewing it on! Very frustrating!! It is flat when pinned and then as I sew it does not lay flat so I have little gathers in the band!!

[@createwithclara9404]

I am definitely going to try this!!!! 😄😄😄

[@lindamcdonald3151]

hi good video ,i have a question ,i want to do my cirular skirt with the elastick threw the wasit band ,like you have done,but you do not double the wasit ,i read some where you have to double the waist , like my waist is a42, so i cut the 8 so i would have to cut 16 inches for the elastic ,to fit right. i see you did not double the 4 ,can you tell me the right way to do this.

[@margarbieadams8200]

Cant say how happy i am i found you

[@LizGP]

I was literally searching for a tutorial for this yesterday! Should have waited a day, lol.

[@MADEEveryday]

Arg. Sorry! I guess you'll have to make another one. Haha

[@LizGP]

Haha, yes! Can't make enough clothes for my little girl. :) Love your tutorials! Some of the best out there. I've made lots of the things you've shared.

[@raihana_uk]

I missed you so much

[@billieburns8427]

If you cut the whole length of the scissors, it saves your hands and it takes less time to cut the fabric. It helps when you have to do a lot of cutting.

[@M1lly_da_Ch1ck3n]

I'm starting my own little shop and I really needed some ideas, If anyone has any can you please suggest them. Thanks!

[@maureenpisciotta3649]

Can you give some help on making circle skirt for baby....thank you

[@ann_made]

I followed this video and made a circle skirt for my toddler. It came out perfect. Thank you Dana!