Making an Orseund Iris Ballerina Skirt (It's Surprisingly Easy!!) | DIY Wrap Skirt Tutorial

Yes, I am late to literally every trend, but they are still fun to do anyway! I saw this wrap skirt circling the internet like last year, and I thought about making it, but never got around to it, but I am so happy I finally did because this skirt is just so pretty!! If you have questions on how to adjust this pattern, I would recommend watching my video on my tips and tricks to adjust my patterns / making your own! Here is the video link! • My Tips and Tricks to ... ​​​
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what's your name? Ally
how old are you? 19
how tall are you? 5'9"
what are your measurements? waist 25", bust 32", hips 34"
what sewing machine do you use? Brother XR3340
what camera do you use? Cannon Rebel T51
what editor do you use? Shotcut
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[@mariakozlova154]

For anyone struggling with the pattern: The inner circle should be your waist measurement plus the amount you want the skirt to overlap by divided by 2*pi, or about 6.3 Inner: (Waist+overlap)/6.3 The outer circle should be your inner circle measurement plus the length of the skirt with seam allowance. Outer: inner+length

[@ShaniaShania]

You're god-sent! I was wondering about this. Thank you so much!

[@lydfaith]

Tysm!

[@purplesky110]

What is 6.3 and 2*pi? English is not my native language, please help

[@LuOsorio]

@@purplesky110 pi is the mathematical number 3.14159 ... so 2*pi is aprox 6.3

[@SophitiaClark]

What number or measurement should I be taking into account for overlap? Are you saying if I want it to overlap twice, thrice, etc I need to measure for that as well?

[@beepositive-]

0:00 - showing the skirt 0:07 - introduction and showing the fabrics 1:32 - making the base of the skirt 2:24 - finishing off the base 2:43 - cutting the waistband 3:02 - hemming the sides of the skirt 3:44 - sewing the waistband 6:00 - attaching the waistband to the skirt 6:53 - hemming the bottom of the skirt 7:15 - the finished skirt!

[@hyelimchoi_]

i've been dying to make this skirt ahhhh

[@Meppyo]

I want to make this but I need a sewing machine 😭

[@bechowes5747]

I MADE THIS SKIRT!! I can't believe I did it cause this was only my 3rd time at the sewing machine but it turned out so good! Thank you so much for the clear and easy instructions. It has kick-started my DIY journey for sure. Mine turned out a little bit too short for my liking so I would recommend making it a little bigger if you don't want it too short. But overall, this was AMAZING! Thank you so much xx

[@jessiegraceillustrates]

I made this - and I love it!!! It took an afternoon, evening, and then morning but it was WORTH IT! A couple of notes and adjustments for anyone else wanting to make this: - I'm 5"7 with a 26in waist and nearly 40in hips, which is pretty close to Ally's measurements (her measurements are in the description box) I used all of Ally's measurements for the skirt EXCEPT I added two inches to the back half of the skirt to account for the fact that my ass is on the larger side, to the point where I do this with all my skirts because otherwise the front and back look uneven. This trick worked perfectly when applied to this skirt, and did not alter how the skirt looks - Ally is 5"9 and I'm 5"7 so the skirt looks slightly longer on me, and hits roughly four inches above my knees. It looks nice, not 'conservative', but you may want to take skirt length and your height into consideration if you want more of a shorter or longer skirt - When she tells you to cut two pieces for the waistband, this is so that the overall length of the waistband will be 140inches. I had to watch the video a couple times to realise that so thought I'd mention for anyone else who's a little slow like me lol Thought these notes might help others as they helped me 🤗

[@minralee7404]

Glad you made it! What fabric did you use?

[@jessiegraceillustrates]

@@minralee7404 I used a super lightweight woven fabric, but it was second hand so I wouldn't know specifically 😬 if it looks flowy, it'll work!

[@minralee7404]

@@jessiegraceillustrates i see. Thanksss :)

[@Aitherea]

How did you add inches to the back? If you cut it the way she does it would all be equal. Did you just cut the whole thing longer and then cut the front shorter before hemming? I have the same exact problem... skirts are fine in the front but always too short in the back. Why do manufacturers seem to assume butts are flat??

[@jessiegraceillustrates]

@@Aitherea Yup that's exactly what I did! Cutting it all my preferred 'butt covering' length then trimming 2 inches from the front, and gently curving the trim so that it meets the normal length at the sides. I recommend doing it on a piece of paper first if it's hard to get your head around (it was for me, so I used wrapping paper first, then used that as a pattern). I know! Stores can be so frustrating so I gave up and started making my own skirts ages ago 😂

[@BleedingHeartLove219]

I’ve had silk fabric to make this skirt hidden in my stash for about a year now, thank you for reminding me what a simple project this will be

[@evelynwald9132]

So cute! I bet that if you doubled the pattern making two skirts and seaming both at the waistline you would have made a skirt that would have been less see through and still maintained that light, flouncy look, especially since your fabric had such a nice drape. Plus double the twirling pleasure! Thank you for sharing.

[@madelineb5184]

I love that there's so many dancers watching this tutorial to make it for class! (myself included lol) Its so great that this skirt can be an elegant dancewear item, but with a different fabric is also a fashionable everyday piece of clothing

[@pipancla]

It's great to see you still liking something even after the trend died down! Really great way to decide whether something is worth buying/making!

[@111.laurynn]

Can you do videos or pattern making for beginners because I want to learn and you're amazing but sometimes I get confused

[@sampurnadas3810]

Ditto

[@honeyflower842]

Sameee

[@Starborn_Rose]

I always get a serotonin boost when I see you have a new video out 😃 thank you for sharing these tutorials with the world 💛

[@PaperStxrs]

Aww that’s so sweet!!☺️✨

[@B0mgyuu_]

✨ This is so gorgeous, I love all of ur projects and I really look up to you as an aspiring fashion designer and seamstress looking for simple projects to be able to execute to a good standard. Thank you x ✨

[@arireb]

you deserve a million subscribers!! I seriously love all your tutorials bc you are so amazing at explaining complicated techniques and you have great style too!! Btw your prom dress videos inspired me to make my prom dress from scratch last minute :)) can’t thank you enough bc I never would have thought I could do it otherwise!!

[@PaperStxrs]

Aww omg that’s so sweet!!🥺🤧💛✨

[@siobhanstollznow1148]

I am going to be making this skirt but slightly modified for my dancing! Im so excited :) It looks super pretty. I think a white shiny ribbon would have looked stunning for the waistband too :)

[@prettiep]

I just made this today and it turned out exactly like yours, sheer and airy. I'm so proud. your instructions were INCREDIBLY clear I am so thankful I'm learning more about sewing every time I watch your vids!

[@jrt231]

Thank you for the tutorial! I think I'll make this to wear in my ballet classes too. 😊

[@dianavazquez4409]

I love the way you demonstrate and diagram the instructions! It helps so much to see it rather than have it to imagine it lol Keep up the A+ work

[@PanioNut]

I’ve been wanting to make a wrap skirt for dance class. Perfect timing!

[@armyblink8756]

Same!!!

[@sydw1173]

I love the shape & flow of this skirt

[@Gooch1989]

I absolutely love how well you explain everything. Makes it really easy for a beginner

[@SparkleFeyed]

This looks beautiful and super easy! I just may have to give it a try!

[@Kimberleygrace03]

This looks amazing! I am definitely going to give it a try!

[@beleni.]

wait i have the cutest black satin sitting on my shelf i'm so gonna use it to make this skirt thank you for the tutorial!! i've been wanting a wrap skirt for the longest time

[@amishagurung2000]

The skirt turned out so cute. You inspire me a lot to sew new things ❤

[@user-hi1zk9bg3o]

I just made it this is amazing!! My first ever time using a sewing machine/sewing clothes and it was actually p easy!!

[@jungxkk6854]

I love the outfit and the color combo , one of my favs!

[@dianam2212]

Can't wait to try to make this. Love your tutorials 💕💕💕

[@vicj8211]

so cute ! it's also a good idea to hang skirts like this for a few days before hemming them, since the fabric will stretch more across the bias and might become uneven otherwise

[@itsmetak5777]

This is perfect! I’ve been looking for a tutorial for this! 😊

[@Mesmerise.]

It looks amazing! Definitely gonna make this one. Thanks for tutorials, they are great! :3

[@noelleso4279]

Tysm! I’ve been lookin for tutorials to make ballet skirts for my ballet classes 😭❤️

[@caraid9263]

Thank you for this tutorial! I had some shiny red real silk I did not know what to do with but once I saw your tutorial I knew it had to be this! it turned out so beautiful! I sew a lot but have never sewn with silk before, this was a nice easy project to try it out on❤️❤️💕

[@IJUSTNEEDASTUPIDUSERNAME]

It’s really cute!

[@avaloughnane1370]

You have been growing so quickly lately you deserve it all ❤️I have been watching your videos since the shirred top at 300 subscribers. Love the skirt

[@lemiinz72]

I NEED to make this!!! So pretty

[@christineluo2876]

This is so cute! I'm inspired to learn how to sew my own clothes now~ 😍

[@user-gu6ws1pz6v]

I love this tutorial!!! can't wait to make it

[@pacesplaces8741]

Absolutely love this skirt, took me less than an hour to make ❤️❤️❤️

[@My-sg9ji]

Thank you for the tutorial, you explained the steps very well! I made the skirt in one sitting and it turned out really pretty 😍 BTW I just discovered your channel and like your videos really much :)

[@user-bf4xr7bx7v]

思ったとおりにやればいいんた🎵とhappyな気持ちになりました😙💕

[@Sasha-im9tk]

I saw the skirt on Pinterest and I really wanted to make it. Perfect timing lol thanks!

[@ionncarre3534]

this looks so good! gonna try this...someday

[@CherisBerries]

THIS HAS BEEN A DREAM PROJECT OF MINE THANK U

[@junebee9143]

I literally have never seen a comment section this positive, like wow. I don't even sew but i'm subbing. I'm a regular here now.

[@PaperStxrs]

Omg you’re so sweet🥺😭💛

[@junebee9143]

@@PaperStxrs just and updoot for you, im looking into begginer sewing machines. you looked too dang pretty in that skirt 💛. im trying to get past some trauma related to skirts, cause they are pretty and i cant be letting fear control my outfit choices. i want to be pretty in skirts too ya know? unfortunately, pretty clothes are expensive and cheap clothes arent pretty. well, screw fast fashion anyway. it seems to me that a sewing machine is a really smart investment from a cost front, and im fortunate enough that i do have the time to make clothes. its gonna be hard expanding my sewing skills past the hand-sewn janky plushies of my tween years, but at this point it seems silly to do anything else. thank you for being beautiful, rad, and awe-inspiring💖😊🧵 keep an eye out for me in your comments, ill try to keep u posted 📬

[@ummmbutwhy]

I absolutely love your videos!! Totally making this skirt soon, since I don't own any at the moment. Love your shirt btw.

[@kasiako355]

I love the tutorial, the skirt turned out really lovely

[@liphumileilanga]

Love this!! ❤️

[@emmawitt4898]

This is really really cuteee😍😍😍

[@shreyabehera28]

Ohh my yess it’s so cute

[@heydeanie]

If you turn in both edges, (similar to when you hemmed the side edges, only folding in once & then pinning them together) you can avoid ever having to turn anything inside out again (I hate doing it, so I always avoid it lol) it also gives you one nice crisp edge. If you want both sides the same, you just mirror it on the other side even though it was never open there. In no way is this a critique of this girl. I adore her. Just wanted to pass this on for people who don't like turning things inside out lol

[@sarahzilincik]

This was so great and easy to follow omg ty

[@thehapagirl92]

You look good in everything ☺️!

[@auguriam7878]

Thank you so much for this video. Just made my first project and its really nice :)

[@agussiuph4747]

I LOOOOOOOVE your videos and your vibe!

[@zigzagzaidie]

I love your vids can’t wait to make this skirt

[@shutup7726]

I’ve been dreaming of ittttt thank u girl❤️❤️if u only made the top as wellll😭😭😭

[@JocelynChong]

I love ittttt ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@thetraitor9890]

as a dancer, thank you so much for this! i made it for my exams and it looked lovely!

[@kenniefae]

On another note, that floral corset top you're wearing is to die for!! 💕

[@PaperStxrs]

I have a tutorial on it too!!☺️✨

[@linda9430]

Love it a lot😍 hope to see the next vdo

[@karengerber8390]

Lovely!

[@sobeanawoodley-sobers3591]

I just made it and it's the first thing I've sewn to come out right 😭

[@BersoSewingHub]

Love it again ⭐⭐⭐

[@missgreyblueyes6160]

Just what I needed, thank you 🙏 greetings from Gran Canaria

[@Lin09047]

Your so talented !!! ❤️❤️

[@rhiannaflanagan2186]

I love your videos 😍

[@minaaaaaamm]

Ty THID is so easy and basic math for me !!

[@larat8252]

I’m not sure if you’ve answered this before but what model of sewing machine do you have? Mine hasn’t been working well recently and I was looking to upgrade it anyway. I love this skirt btw I will definitely be making it!

[@PaperStxrs]

My machine is in the description☺️✨

[@larat8252]

Ohh ok thanks I didn’t look there haha😅💕

[@linibara1672]

In case you’re still looking, I was in the same spot a few months ago:) I got the brother innovis F400 and would 100% recommend it! So if you didn’t buy one yet, take a look at it it changed my sewing experience completely!

[@byrnetdown6076]

@@larat8252 brother and bernina are the best brands in my opinion:) my mom has a bernina that's probably around 20 years old and if still runs beautifully

[@emilyb5983]

love this!! would you ever consider doing a tutorial for the top?

[@Wendathena]

Your tutorials are so well done! Love that you have the diagrams. Also very entertaining - great background music and I love the Sophie shot! Love the vest you are wearing (at 4 minutes). And you look so good in everything you make!

[@PaperStxrs]

Aww thank you so much!! I really appreciate it!!☺️✨💛

[@Wendathena]

@@PaperStxrs By the way, are you interested in donated fabrics (I am thinking of going through my sewing supplies) or barely used clothing that you could take apart and make into something else? If so, I will get your address from your mom and send them. If you don't like what I send, you can donate somewhere.

[@rapunzel5409]

as a ballet dancer this is amazing! usually nice ballet wrap skirts are 20 dollars at least! thank you 😘💙

[@fabioferreiragomes]

ESPETACULAR....INCRÍVEL...MARAVILHOSA

[@happyflower777]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@jadeisabel5808]

i love the tutorial! for the skirt pattern, do i have to include seam allowance or add extra fabric to wrap around?

[@iuliqt]

Lovely

[@not_your_typical_creativity]

Rolled hems are haaarrrrrd!!! I do them anyways because I love how cute and smol they are even though I'm really bad at them XD

[@PaperStxrs]

Mood!!!✨

[@ekornz.z]

Thank u!

[@philosopherkurdmuffins9835]

I think it’s funny how you make warm up ballet clothing just to wear out. I’ve thought about doing that too, I think I will. What can I say? It’s pretty lol. Good job

[@lilym-4126]

So this is gonna be my very first sewing project, and even if it looks simple I'm so worried I'm gonna mess it up all 😭

[@beelzemobabbity]

Where are those shoes from! They go so well with the skirt

[@DLITESBYDORETTA]

Grand Rising & Good Day, Blessed w massive fabric.😍 So anxious to make attire. This is the simplest video thus far. Definitely, will make soon. #f2f DLGL*

[@_j0annaa]

please please make a tutorial on the matching crop top 😩😩

[@sveaa]

Hii💕✨

[@coletteespagetti9911]

Great video! Where did you get those cute white sandals from? :)

[@beu7990]

it's so prettyyy!!! :( i wanna ask my mom but i doubt she'd let mee.. maybe in the future then :D im surprised i found out about this so late sjhdshs

[@jmblessiepineda9884]

Can you please do video tutorial on how you edit your videos?? Your gifs are cute!!!

[@bonniethomas5737]

making a skirt for ballet classes in a few weeks!

[@lp6913]

Where are your white shoes from? I love them! PS: love the skirt as well

[@sharniestephens2137]

Do you think doing this with a double circle skirt would make it swishier and even more fun to twirl in or is there a diminishing returns here?

[@amishagurung2000]

You should do a room tour. And you have so cute plushies in your bed 😍❤

[@moonwasabi]

i know this might not be a popular request but can you make a tutorial on one of those shorts that look like skirts? or skirts with pants under them (where you can’t see the shorts obviously) i would love to wear more skirts but i don’t want to have to worry about what i’m showing when i sit down on the grass in the park or bend down to grab smth off the floor. just an idea, i think most people just adjust to what they’re wearing and don’t have an issue with that 😅

[@syloosh]

No! I would love this as well 🙈💛 we used to call them 'divided skirts' in school. So shorts that basically look like skirts from the outside (front and back) and I'm unable to find a tutorial for these. They're not exactly skorts or skirts with shorts under.

[@laurens3857]

My family calls them skorts even tho that’s not quite what they are

[@Eloraurora]

@@laurens3857 I've seen them called flowy shorts or mini culottes. I don't know if there's a separate term for the straighter-cut ones with a pleat or flap at center front/back to disguise their shorts-ness, but I tend to associate the style with 60s fashion.

[@jadeintheparke1]

Do you think adding a lining to make it more opaque would ruin the drape? Or not

[@lucasharoldnulud6811]

Hi just wanted to ask if you just do this as a hobby or you went to school for this? Nonetheless you’re so good at this

[@da_pusheencatuvu8261]

Hi there! I love your videos and have a question: Can you use polyester to make this kind of skirt or maybe for another kind of skirt? I recently found a flower pattern fabric but I didn't notice it was polyester and I really wanted to make something like a skirt or dress of it :) Also thank you for your tutorial!

[@helenm1085]

Using a different fabric should be ok. If it's not as flowy then your skirt might sit more stiffly and flare out more. Synthetic fabrics can be a little slippery to sew with (although she used rayon which is also quite slippery - it's a fibre made from wood pulp) so you want to make sure it's pinned and ironed well, and go slowly

[@cassidyrose8965]

I made an asymmetrical version of this with two squares staggered

[@suhanikukreja4910]

If I ever get a sewing machine I'm gonna make this skirt and wear it to my ballet classes because it looks just like a skirt that I would buy for like $30 lol.

[@suz567]

Thanks for this? How to keep the hems from stretching?

[@tiffanyevans4996]

Hi! How did you get to the 4.5in measurement for the radius based on your waist? How many more inches are you adding to account for the wrap element?

[@PaperStxrs]

I just calculated it to be slightly larger than my waist so there would be an overlap for the skirt✨

[@Valentinacostura1]

Love. Im fron Brasil

[@rozelinebuimer574]

About how much fabric did you need for the skirt? :)