How To Make The Perfect Gathered Skirt

[@Bella-fi9jv]

I’m obsessed with the color of this fabric. i’m going to need 300 meters of it immediately

[@zafifahrohaizad2088]

www.spotlightstores.com/sold-by-the-metre/plain-112-cm-cotton-linen-fabric/BP80225827-burnt-orange I think this is it?

[@Soofy54321]

Yes Me to i love it 😂👌🏼

[@ShMayda99]

I just made the skirt yesterday and it turned out very cute, but as an absolute beginner, I'd like to mention a few things. Firstly, the fabric. The video says you'll need "approximately two meters of fabric", but two meters wasn't enough, but luckily, my fabric was 150 cm wide (not 140 as in the video), so I could make some adjustments. You will need at least 220 cm if you don't want to make adjustments to the width of the fabric (which results in less fabric for gathering). Secondly, the waistband. The video says "pin the belt loops onto the waistband at 25cm interval, skipping the central front, as this will be where the tie will form a bow". After I sew the halves of the waistband, I didn't realize that only one half will be the front, not the middle of the newly formed long waistband, so I laid down the belt loops incorrectly (and I think I'm not the only one who could get confused by this). I realized this after it was sewn together, so I had to redo it. I decided that one half will be the front, so I put just two loops on one half and four on the second (it being the back). The interval between the loops are like this: for the front piece (one half) 25 cm from the edge and from the middle seam, for the back piece (second half) 25 cm from the edge and from the middle seam, then 30 cm from the middle two belt loop. It will look like this (for a 280 cm long waist band): 25 cm, belt loop, 90 cm, belt loop, 25 cm, (middle seam), 25 cm, belt loop, 30 cm, belt loop, 30 cm, belt loop, 30 cm, belt loop, 25 cm. As I said, I am a complete beginner to sewing so maybe most of you will consider these mentions absolutely useless or stupid, but I wanted to put this here for some people who might find it useful. I will definitely try making this skirt again from a different fabric :)

[@MiauMichigan]

Thank you!!!! I was about to make the same mistake 😌

[@TheStitchWitchPodcast]

@@ohdear5890 I think she used more than 2 meters of fabric.

[@amittal14]

Thank you saviour!!!♥️🇮🇱

[@alyzak.8997]

Thank you so much!

[@sanjaytamang6297]

How much fabric we need can unexplain

[@Dominkita]

I sewed my first skirt according to this video and it came out very beautiful. Definitely amazing easy skirt for beginners.

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay so happy to hear that! 🧡

[@user-fn2xz6ns7d]

Do you have to do your waist measurement? As the video doesn't specify if you need to.

[@crystalboganwright899]

What size would you say this skirt pattern works with? What if you are a 2x?

[@ShMayda99]

@@crystalboganwright899 Hello! I just made the skirt yesterday and it turned out awesome, just need to make some adjustments. I'd say this skirt pattern would fit anyone with waist measurements up to 80 cm? Maybe even more. Otherwise I'd recommend using a piece of fabric that has length of your choice (80 cm from the video could be a little long for shorter people) and width of your waist times two (for the nice gathered fabric effect). So, if your waist is 60 cm, I'd use 120cm wide fabric, if your waist is 90, then 180cm wide fabric and so on. Then just cut a rubber band the same length of your waist (maybe a little less, up to you) and it'll fit perfectly. I used the exact measurements from the video, which is 140 to 80 cm, since my waist is 70 cm, and there's so much gathered fabric it feels a little heavy, but I haven't finished the belt yet so we'll see. I hope I helped at least a little bit. :)

[@Emmsley14]

Thank you so much for explaining the measurements in both centimeters and inches it helps me so much! I've already made a jumpsuit from your tutorial on it :) now I'm gonna make this skirt and the crop top you made too! Thanks for making such fantastic content!

[@RoseryApparel]

You’re welcome! Thank you for your lovely comment 😊

[@Srtadanielly]

I've just finished mine and it has turned out beautiful! Easy for beginners - trust me, it was the first piece I've ever sew. Thank you for the tutorial! 😊

[@اسماء-د1ر]

im afraid that the length of the skirt is too short ..im hijabi so could you please tell me your high and how did it fit?

[@phoenixrising6245]

Perhaps the simplest, but cutest, skirt pattern I've ever seen. I plan to make a collection with plain and patterned fabrics!

[@KairiKH21]

I’d love a pocket version! Thanks for this video!

[@RoseryApparel]

Yes pockets would be amazing 😍

[@alexanderthealexandest4968]

I think it would be fairly simple to add some simple square pockets as you are constructing he skirt but before you add the waist band

[@Pouick]

That was my fist thought at the end. Where are the pockets? 😆

[@user-mw4wl5zl1z]

I believe there is now a video about the pockets, it may have even been this skirt where she did an tutorial on

[@cherryblossom0426]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@tailorstacks9837]

Hi Janelle, this is such a pretty skirt. I’m loving these sewing videos. Could I request a video where you talk about your most used and favourite sewing tools?

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks for your lovely comment, and suggestion! I think that’s a great video idea! 🧡

[@someonewhoexists7350]

That skirt is adorable!

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! I’m so happy with it 😍

[@cathanina1]

Thanks for the tutorial! It was quite easy to follow even for a total beginner like me ( this was my very first sewing Project). I used linen fabric and used french seams. I also included an in seam pocket on one side. When I first made it, it was too full for my liking so I took it in and in the end only did about 1.75x my waist circumfence. I also used understitching to make the waistband fold more nicely with the seam towards the inside (instead of topstitching). The belt I made like you did with the belt loops (fold to the middle, then fold again) to give it more stability, and also because I'm too lazy to turn that entire belt inside out. In the end I still had a little bit of fabric left and made some matching shorts to wear underneath (for cycling and sitting down without worrying about people looking up my skirt). I love it!

[@theplasticharvest9615]

Honestly these videos are such a happy escape from me. Format is great. It's clear. No extraneous content. Really great job!

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks so much 🧡

[@marplellous]

This looks really lovely and achievable! Can‘t wait until it is safe for me to go thrifting again to find some sustainable fabric. Thanks for sharing! 🌸

[@RoseryApparel]

I know! I miss the thrift shops so much!

[@meriallen4533]

I just finished making this skirt and it’s adorable!! Thank you so much for the amazing pattern/tutorial and please make more soon!

[@238Tina1]

In love with this skirt. And the orange colour 🥰 would be amazing with cute boxy cargo pockets on the outside

[@novalights4344]

Your the only youtuber that has sewing tutorials that I understand

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you so much! That’s such great feedback 🧡

[@xJuliaGrimesx]

Love how your videos are aesthetically pleasing but straight forward 💕

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! That’s great to hear 😊🧡

[@brigittedossor8167]

This is such a beautiful skirt. Very simple and well made. Gorgeous

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you so much! 🧡

[@TheMissssSunshine]

What a great tutorial! I made different types of skirts but this one is perfect! I love the elastic waistband (and the skirt being able to fit me even after a lunch haha) and the bow 😍 such a nice video, thank you!

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks for your lovely comment! You’re welcome 😊💕

[@fromwordstosounds]

I can't help it but click the like button every time your video pops up... you're doing a great job, Janelle! I'm so gonna try this. Thank you very much! Cheers from Malaysia!

[@RoseryApparel]

Aww thank you so much!! That means a lot 😄🧡

[@backwardsreesa225]

I just made this skirt (I didn’t have enough fabric so I had to do a few things different) and I am soooo happy how it turned out! It was my first project! Thank you for the easy explanation ❤️ I will recreate more of your stuff ❤️

[@user-mw4wl5zl1z]

I like fabric colours and patterns a lot! I wish there were more clothing shops selling these types of clothing. Great video, enjoyed it!

[@RoseryApparel]

So glad you liked it! 🧡

[@sayerc455]

Will definitely give this skirt a go, it’s super cute. 😍

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks so much! Have fun making one for yourself 🧡

[@livingmy2ndchance]

That skirt is just adorable. Love it!!

[@rebeccaanderson2695]

Love this! I've been hoping to find a skirt tutorial to finally try my first sewing project and this is perfect! I'm going to try adding pockets too ❤

[@RoseryApparel]

Pockets will be a great addition! Have fun making it 😍

[@tesslucas]

Thank you for making such an easy skirt tutorial to follow! I love all of your sewing projects! ♡

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you so much! 🧡

[@Jasmineisnotonfire]

Omg as SOON as I have access to some nice fabric I'm going to make this one!! So good!

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! Have fun making it 🧡

[@Last91Hope]

All your videos are amazing... I am a beginner so I started with your "small" crafts, pouches etc and that skirt will be my first big craft. You are so detailed in your video and I hope to make it right. Thumbs up from Greece.

[@IsabellaSchicho]

I am so in love with this skirt. Wrote down how to make this so I can go fabric shopping when stores open at the end of January in Austria.

[@cmcaggia3]

This tutorial is so helpful!! Your pacing is really nice and having the screenshot with the dimensions is so useful

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay that’s great to hear! Glad you found it helpful 😄

[@vshhh5851]

When you wake up and decide you want to make a beautiful skirt today and then there's this video!!! LOVE IT! Sending lots of love from Germany :)

[@RoseryApparel]

Haha yay! That’s amazing! Have fun making it 🧡

[@ellencoleman4683]

Your sewing videos are always so inspirational!

[@RoseryApparel]

Ahh thanks so much! That’s really nice to hear 😊🧡

[@ejsgirl129]

This is the best gathered skirt I've seen so far! I can't wait to make one.

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks so much! 😊🧡

[@Silver_Threads_Sewing]

Awesome video tutorial. I love the look of this skirt and the fact you didn’t use a pattern is a major plus... because I can make it now!! 💕🌺💕

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay have fun making your own 🧡😄

[@amarouchemelissa5959]

Am soooooo in love with it ❤❤❤❤❤❤ am watching this video and wishing if only you were close to made me one of this skirt . It looks so hard for someone who does not know anything about how to quilt

[@ArlenePMCM]

This is cute! The style, the color, the fit!

[@TheOriginalOrkdoop]

I'm just learning how to sew. I've made a lot of masks so far. I think I want to make this now! It'll be the challenge I need!

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay good for you, sewing is the best! Have fun making it 😊🧡

[@TheStitchess]

Cutest waistband award 🏆

[@RoseryApparel]

🧡🧡🧡

[@ttthildeee]

Love this tutorial! I really want to try this one when I have the right fabric. I am thinking about making a floorlength one and adding some side-splits to it.

[@RoseryApparel]

That sounds amazing! 😍

[@vegemitegirl1971]

You make this seem so easy. In the next few days I'll watch this again but write the method in meticulous detail. I've been sewing simple styles since I was in high school. The only sewing tuition I've had was 1 term of high school home ec. KZbin is now my teacher. I'm a little on the tall-ish side, 181cm, so I'm always adding several inches in skirt, leg, arm and body length.

[@Toni-ul7kg]

This skirt looks so cute!! You explained the prozess very well but I think it would help me alot if you could show the whole peace of fabric while showing where to saw ❤❤

[@morganl2633]

I love how professional but easy this looks! Definitely keeping an eye out for a suitable fabric.

[@AlysonLewis]

G'day Janelle! I made this skirt today, along with the bow. Can't wait to wear it tomorrow. I added lace trim to my hem. Thank you for taking the time to make this tutorial.

[@RoseryApparel]

Aw yay! The lace hem sounds amazing 😍 I’m So glad you loved the tutorial x

[@sarahtristram6281]

Love this skirt. Looks simple to follow but also really well finished. Thanks for sharing x

[@howtomakeyourlifeeasier]

You're my favourite sewing channel ♥️ I think I'll try this one. Could you do paperbag/slouchy trousers as well?

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks so much! That means a lot 🧡

[@JS-ed5ne]

The skirt looks lovely! I’m definitely going to make my younger sister one! ❤️❤️❤️

[@RoseryApparel]

Have fun making it! 🧡

[@honeymoon.honeymoon]

Love it, I got a very similar one in black from H&M and was a little bit expensive but I love it, I'm gonna try to replicate it with this tutorial, thank you!

[@RoseryApparel]

Have fun making your own! 😊

[@monikamiske]

Huge thanks for every tutorial, Janelle ❤️ love your channel!

[@Jatlu1337]

It looks really nice! I would add pockets to make it even better, or is there a reason you didn't? Also, I really like these instruction type videos, but it would be fun to hear your thoughts as to why this skirt is perfect in your eyes, and maybe what choises you made an why. Also I would looove to see a vlog style semi instructive video on how you go about drafting patterns.

[@sweetcherry9089]

i instantly subscribed for the simplified tutorial and the adorable girl

[@Crystalfav17]

Your videos are always such a joy.

[@Ruby-ng4jh]

Beautiful skirt Janelle. I'll have to add this to my long list of things to make

[@tabix0014]

I will make it with the charcoal fabric you presented in your autumn sewing plans and that I ordered :) I already made a similar gathered mini skirt with it and it turned out great. But what I really need now is something longer, so thanks for the timely tutorial!

[@tabix0014]

Its 1m10 wide though, do you think it would work fine still?

[@TheVampiresDiary1]

Here in Brazil I'm loving your videos! It is a more beautiful outfit than the other and you make the appointments available! Amazing

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you 🧡

[@sarahvincent4095]

I'm going to adapt this for my niece! So cute and well thought through! Xx

[@RoseryApparel]

That’s a lovely idea 😊

[@darlenecuker9711]

Adorable skirt and that color is beautiful.

[@servanecourtaux1530]

Hi Janelle ! Thank you so much for this video, I made this skirt today ! I have been sewing on and on for months but this is the first piece of me-made clothing that I can wear outside without shame !! I also found some 2nd-hand fabric that looks quite like yours, it looks perfect ! I will maybe fix it with some pockets. I have some leftover fabric so I will make some scrunchies using your tutorial as well, and a ribbon for my straw hat :)

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay that’s so exciting!! So glad you love your skirt! 🧡

[@jodiyeboah9124]

I can totally relate to ‘wearing outside without shame’. Look forward to getting good enough to do the same 😅

[@Purple-gl4vy]

Such a beautiful skirt. I love the color. You look fabulous in it.

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! 🧡

[@TeraBear0221]

Also I love all of your creations! Amazing!!!

[@rosaplascencia3654]

Like always, this tutorial is great!!! 👍🏼 I love everything you make!!! I wish i can be as good as you at sewing one day. Thanks for sharing with us ❤️❤️❤️

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks so much! That means a lot 😄🧡

[@cheersmon]

Thanks for your tutorial! The pattern is gorgeous!! Definitely will try this!!!

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay have fun making it for yourself! 😊

[@wings-of-dawn]

This is literally my favourite style of skirt but I can never find any with the fabric I want, can't wait to start making my own now

[@rubybond7888]

you read my mind got fabric coming to pretty much make this xxx

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay that’s great to hear! 💕

[@springett91]

So making this when I can get fabric, I think a ditsy floral would be so cute!

[@RoseryApparel]

That sounds adorable! 😍

[@vish188]

Love your DIY videos! Have made the dungaree dress already fits perfectly. Would love a tutorial on a wrap dress🙂

[@RoseryApparel]

That’s great to hear! I’m planning on a wrap dress tutorial soon 😊

[@MissBerlinerin]

Gathered skirt is the only piece of clothe I can sew. I have no patience when it comes to sewing

[@isaykimchi9250]

I am going to try this!!! I am a total beginner so might look really bad but if I make it I am going to wear it for sure 😂

[@marylorettapollock1712]

Beautiful, can’t wait to make one 😊

[@lucimathews8980]

I hope you make 50K soon! Cute skirt!

[@sheebazul.8669]

i wore it with a white shirt and everyone gave me many positive comments about it thankssss

[@chasingthelook]

Turned out absolutely adorable! Thanks for the tutorial, Janelle!

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! I’m so happy with it 😍

[@ohj4332]

This is amazing! Will you consider making a pair of pants and shorts in this style? Thank you!

[@erikaama7373]

Thanks for inspiration. This skirt is beautiful. Your channel is fantastic. 💗

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! That means a lot 🧡

[@erikaama7373]

@@RoseryApparel 😍👍

[@Sewverse]

Looks amazing, and that colour goes with everything😍

[@DahliaTisyahSew]

super cute.Definitely gonna make one for my self...very clear instruction.Thank you so much for sharing this

[@amcgee243]

EXACTLY WHAT I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR, THANK YOU

[@duxiefranklin2296]

Hi, thanks for your great skirt video! Quick question - I'm confused about how you space out the belt loops (only 6 of them) across what I think is 280cm (width of fabric 140x2) using 25cm spacing? All six are 'used up' within just 150cm and the remaining 130cm then has no loops? Thanks so much :-)

[@CiarliBraun90]

I had the same issue! I think maybe her fabric is narrower than 140cm..

[@mvk9200]

I was also confused on this part. If you follow the 10 inch distance she uses you will end up with a good gap with out a belt loop. But that's totally okay as this is meant to be the front part where you will be tying your belt in the front. I just finished mine and it looks about right lol Hope this helps! 🤗❤

[@mariachung8064]

Ahh!! I've been waiting for this video, and I love it! I can't wait to make it with fabric I bought recently! :D

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay glad you’re excited! Have fun making it! 🧡

[@mariaradebe207]

Beautiful work.

[@addieh5791]

I need to go to Joanne‘s Fabrics and buy some fabric asap to make this! It’s so cute

[@mayramendoza7197]

Thank you!! Just what I needed. 💖 love everything you do.

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks so much! 🧡

[@thereset.5384]

In the viedio in minute 1:16 you said that you take a piece of fabric that is 1.4 meters long ×80cm. But later on you sew another pice of fabric (1.4 meters) on this peace of fabric, wich is already 1.4 meters long that's way to ready for your waist. Than it would be 2.8 meters long! The skirt would be mega voluminous. Or did I misunderstand some thing? PS: my fabric is 1.5 meters wide. Does it make a big difference?

[@thereset.5384]

I have already sewn the skirt and I used a pice of fabric that was 140 cm wide. I cut a part with the lenght for the skirt × 1 meter. I did that 2 times and sewed them together as shown in the viedio. You can decide for yourself how much volume the skirt should have. More fabric, more volume.

[@kellyobrien6356]

I looove this! I just made one and it came out pretty damn well! I would say tho as a thicc girl, im a size 18/20 i miiiiiight try this again and add a third panel for the same full full effect your skirt has!

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay that’s great to hear! 😄🧡

[@karenmorales4687]

How much fabric did you use??? Im the same size.

[@deannajohnson3933]

Wow! So cute and easy! I'm totally going to do this! I'm gonna make it shorter though. I don't have that many yards of fabric.

[@RoseryApparel]

Shorter would be so cute too!

[@gabriellearchambault2233]

I just wanted to add a comment here, if you are very thin, I wouldn't make this skirt the width of two full pieces of fabric because the gathers are wayyyy too bulky. I would recommend removing some amount to make it more flattering.

[@anmask865]

I already made this skirt three times and that’s not the final number. It’s beautiful

[@karizmahancox]

Hi janelle, I love this video and found it fun to follow along. If you could please make a video about different fabrics and what you recommend each fabric be used for.. Thank you :)

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it 😄

[@SakshiJha05]

Can you tell me fabric name and measurement........ And skirt is beautiful 😍👌... Keep it up 👍

[@rosyroy8950]

They are super cute😍

[@infinitylife4464]

Wow, you are so talented!!!

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! 😄🧡

[@infinitylife4464]

@@RoseryApparel no problem!

[@kellymagain5940]

Thank you Janelle for such an easy to follow videos. I have made a few.. is there a way to make this skirt have a button up look like the vintage skirt you have done?

[@cookie_noisette]

Very nice skirt, and I think that to make it absolutely perfect I would try to add pockets!

[@lisaevans2235]

Gorgeous!

[@yvonnebohm3983]

Perfect skirt for my inverted triangle body shape!

[@gemineyyy]

Hi Janelle, I wanted to make this skirt for the autumn season and I was wondering when you say the width of your fabric, is this the width of my waist measurement? Love all your tutorials you're so good to share what you know x

[@RoseryApparel]

Hi there! You will want the width of your fabric to be a bit wider than the width of your waist. Basically the more fabric, the more gathers 😊

[@sarahhogner3499]

This skirt is so beautiful! I really want to try it out. Do you think it would be a little bit more flowing with a lighter fabric like viscose oder tencel? Thank you for this tutorial! Your videos are always so inspiring!

[@RoseryApparel]

Yes it would be more flowy with those types of fabric! I’ve used rayon before to make this skirt and it turned out beautiful 😊

[@Soofy54321]

I Love it so much, great job 😍💖👌🏼

[@HowNowBrownCow13]

I love this skirt. Just wondering if you ever make a Lolita style skirt or dress, my daughter is really into the Japanese style and I would love to learn to make her a dress or skirt

[@lesver9297]

I just subscribed ! im glad i found your channel , cant wait to see more videos like this

[@RoseryApparel]

Yay! Thanks so much for following along! 😊🧡

[@carleymullins7852]

Beautiful, simple, and approachable. All things I’m here for! Quick question, if I were to have say a yard of fabric could I still make the dress and have it be...well a modest length 😂. Or perhaps an estimate of what mini, midi, and maxi would look like in terms of needed fabric. Thanks!

[@RoseryApparel]

I think 1.4 yards (1.5m) would be best for a modest length 😊 Thanks for your lovely comment!

[@10min77]

Looks so amazing loved the colour as well 👍😍