How to make your own pleated tennis skirt ! - very cute + trendy

Am I the only one who is being bombarded with ads for these cute af pleated tennis skirts? Well folks, marketing works.... and I found myself wanting one of my own, but not at the expense of supporting fast fashion! So here I am back in the sewing room trying to turn some old curtains into my desired little skirt.
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Find me on Instagram: @vintagethirsty
A bit about me (not very interesting):
Where are you from?
I’m from Scotland. Yep, that is a Scottish accent you’re hearing.
How old are you?
Born in 99’
Do you study fashion?
Yes! I am a fashion student still very much learning. I am by no means a professional, but I’m sure my videos make that obvious.
Equipment:
Camera: Canon M50
Mic: Rode Video Mic Pro
Editing software: Final Cut Pro
Sewing machine: Janome 7025
Overlocker/Serger: Singer 14SH754

[@juliamalheiros4505]

Am I going to do this all by hand? Yes Am I going to Absolutely regret it? Yes

[@nezukokamado2035]

Good luck, I hope you the best!

[@eb33]

oh yeah i always do this! see such a cool tutorial, remember i dont own a sewing machine and then handcramp for the next 6 weeks

[@emma-vb8ys]

how did it go?

[@sanika.songbird]

you could use a hand sewing machine right?

[@elijah918]

Sanika Hambarday I didn’t know that existed till now 💀

[@joseferrer6674]

I’ve seen many tutorials but yours honestly is the one that I find easy to remember and gives me the confidence to do this one!

[@MEXTguide_yoyo]

That's it, she has explained it in a way that instills confidence that it can be done. You said it right

[@sakariukii]

this is literal talent she turned a curtain into a skirt holy-

[@adamszayden8330]

Hello bakasukii

[@tokyo2714]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqm1imSspNR1e6s the sauce

[@gworlp1142]

Sustainable fashion.

[@Shion022]

Suck a popular comment with no proper reply

[@StarBerry_111]

@tokyo I HAVE TO WATCH THAT SHOW NOW LMAOOO

[@tanyanegi4734]

I'm going to ask my mom to make this cause she's a tailor and these types of skirts are usually not worn in my country, so I'll give it a try :)

[@meilol1236]

i am gonna be judged for wearing it but I will asghh india

[@yeshichoden3409]

@@meilol1236 ikr 😭

[@asterr1495]

@@meilol1236 same girl😤

[@inhle1688]

Tanya Negi i’m South African so lowkey feltttt

[@bugsinmyuggs]

@@inhle1688 I'm south African too I was literally looking for a skirt like this today😭😭

[@mayb4901]

ok I have a MAJOR tip: at 4:51 when sewing down your pleats sew them down on the side that is going to be seen!! I made the mistake of sewing the pleats down on the wrong side of the fabric and had to redo them :( hope this helps anyone tho!

[@helloitsmadie6767]

omg I DID THE SAME!!!!!!!!! my back nearly collapsed after slouching over to undo all the stitches afterwards lol

[@jiroanmatesanething7295]

I sewed the whole pleat down ;-;

[@evaaugust2355]

wish I saw this earlier because I had done the same thing :/ at least it was on the practice version

[@kristinaelliott8477]

wait i’m so confused 😕

[@noelleso4279]

“I may not look like Kim K, BuT I HAvE cuRVES” -Vintage Thirsty 2020 😂

[@mojoejojo6675]

I posted the same comment, saw you beat me to it, deleted mine now giving a like to yours.

[@noelleso4279]

@@mojoejojo6675 aw hehe 😅 u didn’t have to delete it 🥰

[@sophie-eh4te]

something about your endearing scottish-ness made me really surprised when you said “make these pleats your bitch”

[@lisebeeston7725]

What

[@antonsoderqvist6524]

She’s amazing! From her boyfriend (fr it’s me, hey boo!) xx

[@VintageThirsty]

Ahhh I nearly didn’t see this comment! Well hello there 😏 fancy seeing you here.. xx

[@andreaparra3696]

this is so cute qkskao

[@imakemeanxious2744]

That’s so fucking cute that her boyfriend watches her sewing videos 😭 IM SO LONELY

[@sophiatheresedrio4262]

Im so single

[@miacostell111]

You called me lonley in 100 different ways

[@eishascerri3257]

Im making it right now

[@VintageThirsty]

That’s great! All the best with your sewing! X

[@twiceislove9324]

How is it?

[@pocaricandy]

girl how’d it go

[@jaamtart3755]

You still alive to tell us how it went?

[@evelyn-pr4hf]

how did it go?

[@melodys9188]

i'm in the process of making this right now, so i was thinking i'd give you guys some tips for the stuff i ran into! - you DEFINITELY need 3x your waist in fabric (i had a 2 60-inch pieces of fabric and i needed 90, and debated only using 60. i ended up using 90 bc ~instructions~ and sewed the 2 pieces together. the skirt is perfect waist rn) - i don't have those cute little clips to clip the pleats so i used tiny binder clips (although pins work fine too) - make sure to realllly iron down the pleats when they're done (i used steam to make sure they were flat). this both makes it easier to work with later (like creases on paper) and makes the pleats noticeable and crisp when the skirt is done. i was also debating skipping this but its essential - when done sewing the pleats, sew a long line at the very top to clip down all the loose pleats in the inside of the skirt. this'll make it easier to work with i just finished sewing the pleats, and will come back whenever i have something to add! hope these help :)

[@lael5670]

Anything to add? Im going to try and make this today :)

[@urbestievickie3198]

hi can I know what type of fabric you used?

[@lael5670]

@@urbestievickie3198 i dont know if you asked me, but i made a few and used regular cotton and polished cotton. i made mostly plaid skirts which was very easy cause it had the lines printed on the fabric for me to follow and cut :)

[@katelynqueddeng]

what fabric did you use? do you think i could use 100% cotton even though it's a little see through?

[@sarinachoudhury6865]

@@urbestievickie3198 I’m using a twill fabric since it holds down pleats very nicely!! And keeps shape you can also use linen or a denim :)

[@skullveil9110]

ITS ALL THE GIRLS WITH THE ACCENTS WHO HAVE THE BEST AESTHETICS AND ARE TALENTED

[@joe-hk5dn]

your accent is so cute omw and the editing is a 11/10

[@magicallydelicious1673]

uwu i I think you meant oml which is “oh my lord” Omw means “on my way” haha

[@joe-hk5dn]

@@magicallydelicious1673 i meant omw like "oh my word" but you're right haha

[@nia2722]

It’s a Scottish accent :)

[@nyahgrous9412]

Me: grabs the supplies Me 5 minutes later: I GIVE UP!

[@mj85432]

I'm making it right now, I'll use it for school tomorrow, I CAN'T find my size (I'm plus size) in ANY store so I'll make it myself >:v

[@corpsemink8621]

Did you ever finish it? I’m plus size as well and all the stores that sell pleat skirts only have small sizes/they lift too high up in the back! :( I’d like to know how it came out if it did work though!

[@mj85432]

@@corpsemink8621 I made it in two afternoons and a month ago I made another one with a thicker material, and they came out amazing, I put the zipper only untill just below the wrist band and in the wrist band a clip (you can use velcro too) so that it doesn't look too tight. I also added pockets but that's a personal thing lol, it's worth the try and it looks really cute ❤️

[@sarinachoudhury6865]

@@mj85432 what length did you cut the fabric at and what length is it at now? Since I want mine to be fourteen inches on me unless that’s too short (I’m 4’11)

[@dyn6288]

this was the best tutorial i've seen on pleated skirts, you explain things so well!!! keep it up :) btw, do you think i could do this without a sewing machine? i dont have one yet and im sewing everything by hand

[@VintageThirsty]

Thank you!! It can be done by hand, but would take a very long time! I’d say probably best to hold off until you have access to one, but if you’re super keen to do it by hand, there’s no reason why it shouldn’t work x

[@dyn6288]

@@VintageThirsty tysm! love ur videos ☺️✨

[@nini-dw7pr]

@@dyn6288 i was not expecting to see seungmin here haha

[@dyn6288]

@@nini-dw7pr HAHAHS i just love him sm😭😭😭

[@nini-dw7pr]

@@dyn6288 yesss me too even tho i'm felix biased ^^

[@lauramarques6067]

Thats literally the best sewing tutorial for a pleated skirt I've ever seen!! So easy to understand!

[@adamszayden8330]

Hello Laura

[@elenadellarocca_]

I like the length. It's not that "sorry I can't be nice and pick up your pencil rn"-length

[@Blahaj_IKEA]

I'm a femboy who can't get clothes without my parents knowing. If I take up sewing as a hobby I could possibly convince my parents to get the fabric to make this and say it's because it's a simpler thing to start with This is gonna be really useful Thanks

[@TheRealGurasic]

Same!!!!! its better to sew a skirt than to actually buy it and its cheaper

[@nicoleannesadicon5515]

girl you're so funny and talented 🥰😭

[@user-lk8tt6sx7r]

Your explanations with visuals were completely clear to me. Then you apologized for it being confusing! This video seems meticulously put together and it shows. Recently gave up on thrifting cute preppy skirts that fit and are good quality. This vid came up first and it’s perfect. Thanks!

[@emgems6667]

This just gave me flashbacks to my school uniform bc omg the shape is EXACTLY the same just mine are so much longer and 10x uglier :/

[@sketchingstudio5552]

I have a uniform too... oh, the pain. Does it have to be a certain length? If not, you can always tailor it/get it tailored :)

[@emgems6667]

@@sketchingstudio5552 ours have to be knee length :(( most have them above but there's only a certain height u can have them before u get caught lol

[@hiimjohnquinones2971]

Me to random items in my room that have even an inch of fabric: your time has come, you now serve a purpose

[@aimeek9818]

I wasn't planning on making a tennis skirt but the vibes are immaculate so I'm going to the fabric store:)

[@mercury275]

ikr! i’m supposed to be studying this weekend but it looks like i’ll be going to spotlight instead

[@coneyislandqueen8565]

what fabric do you get

[@lauraoergel6003]

The way you explained the pleats make soooo much sense!

[@alishaahmed1956]

Amazing tutorial! I used 1 metre of fabric, halved the pattern, and made identical front and back pieces so that I would end up with less waste. It worked perfectly! I’m so happy with how this skirt turned out, thank you for such clear instructions!

[@foodis2496]

I’ve made like 3 of these for me and 2 friends omg i’m in love

[@roseykitten798]

I never thought of the hip difference before, so that definitely helped the new one and fixing an old one

[@ellalauren3485]

Just made this out of a thick tartan for the autumn vibes and I absolutely love it!

[@earth2beana]

I’m making this now, well attempting to.

[@panini_3603]

How was ittt?

[@earth2beana]

@@panini_3603 It didn't work out, I didn't have enough fabric

[@empanada8374]

Hiii how many yards of fabric did you used? Or bought

[@earth2beana]

@@empanada8374 I used 2 yards. probably should've used more

[@morriigana]

Just hearing you talk makes me smile!! You have such a good vibe!!

[@VeraLee]

Finally a clear tutorial on how to make these skirts! I was so confused before but now I'm confident to make one. Thank you!!! ♥

[@MiraScarletCosplay]

you are SO fun to watch!! the helpful tip about spreading the pleats out a bit before sewing is life changing :O THANK YOU

[@theturniptress805]

This is like a school skirt , only its made with fabric that won't kill you in the summer

[@esmefulton6387]

it’s lovely to see another scottish gal with a similar aesthetic to me. this was so helpful and i can’t wait to start on this! x

[@PercabethLovernot]

update! made the skirt! it fits well and looks so cool! thank you so much for the tutorial!

[@annabellekahle5230]

This is such a good tutorial!!! I've been DYING to get more pleated skirts and they're so hard to get a hold of, let alone ethically!!! I have to try this, thank you for making!!

[@selamgetu6564]

This was so clear, fun, and helpful!!

[@lara3679]

I usually get shy when wearing a skirt but this skirt is so cute that I actually made it and wore it in public, thanks! 🦋🧡

[@mochiajclayne]

I finally found a tutorial that explains everything! Gonna try this as soon as I get my portable sewing machine. Thank you for this detailed tutorial! ❤️

[@imal7685]

This is the first time I've made something without a pattern, and it actually turned out really good!! Your instructions were really easy to follow!

[@lui1741]

I made it!! It took me about a day and it was pretty fun, your tutorial is really easy to understand and my skirt came out super cute! Thank you so much! 💞

[@bhavyapandey785]

i am in love with this tutorial i am making it straightway thank you for this elaborated video literally loved the way u explained

[@terrycolbert9229]

Nothing better than a white pleated skirt! Thank you for sharing.

[@noir5160]

Thankyou for this pretty helpful, love the way you say 'difference'

[@kath3409]

I've tried so many times without instructions to make something like this, but having watched this it makes so much sense and I've started making it! It looks great so far! I would live more videos like this 💕

[@adamszayden8330]

Hello Kat

[@colour5278]

This was honestly so helpful and thorough 💕

[@hearteyes2u]

your explanation was so fun. I'm super excited to try this🥺

[@disgruntledteenager566]

i recently got back into sewing and wanted to make some kind of clothing for the first time and wow youtube recommendations got my back on this one

[@lleah2839]

I’m a 13 year old girl and I made it. It’s not perfect what so ever and it took like 10 hours but it was worth it:) ty for making this video

[@yamimimi9871]

FIRST OF ALL, this was amazing!! SECOND OF ALL, I am a sucker for your accent! I absolutely love it!

[@uruloki]

I love your smart sense of humor! :)

[@rosswellbonete5905]

I LOVE IT!! The way you explain everything, it was so clear!!

[@oogabooga6294]

you’re so adorable wow my heart

[@annieswartley808]

This is a great tutorial! I'm going to make this for my husband's daughter. I can't seem to follow what you're doing for the waist band after you overlock the edges. You sew right sides together, but where is the seam placement? Then you fold over again? Also, please keep making sewing tutorials. You're so down to earth and you make sewing approachable for newbies like me!

[@lahorelanotte]

It's so pretty and retro looking.

[@Lina-vd5rz]

As a fellow seamstress I tend to get super annoyed when people dont calculate the difference between the waist and hip and adjust the pleats acrodingly... so this made me EXTRA happy! (What I mean is that most only sew the pleats at the waist, but it still makes the pleats open when the skirt is worn! And if they sew the pleats down, they miss the step of making room for the hips, and re-pressing the pleats before sewing them down, which usually results in the skirt not fitting at all!) In conclusion: well explained, with that perfect hint of humor and sewing frustration. But without missing all the important steps to creating a nice, clean, finished look. 👌

[@idkjustphotodump904]

I just love it when people ask me where i get my clothes from, only for me to say that I sewed them myself!😭✨

[@bonnie2347]

wait...your so talented! ❤️

[@avajarice6616]

Seams are crisp, hemming is on point, stitches are overall clean! Girl! This looks amazing! You’re so talented! I can’t waitttt to try it your way!

[@m0-b438]

I made a black one of these from your tutorial and it turned out so well!! Thank you so much for your clear instructions!

[@roycecyrlynn5432]

That's it. I have decided. Decided that you will be my guide into learning the ways of the stitches. I've been wanting to learn how to sew because my grandparents were professional clothes makers and I feel ashamed that I don't know how to do it when it is in my blood to be a clothes maker too. Your videos are funny and simple enough so I will stick with you from now on lmao! P.S. Please do a video on how to sew a pleated, bell pants, too. Thank you. ❤️

[@ginevramarinello9217]

Omg I wanted to wear one of this skirts for my Harry styles' concert and now I'm going to make it myself, thank you!!

[@Neha_recipies]

Real output ! Too good

[@mitchelllewis4916]

Stumbled across your channel while in need of making a small-pleated curtain for a window in a bookcase. I hope the best for you, your instructional style is very articulate, and you bring a level of levity that is quite enjoyable. Now on to making my curtain.

[@nia2722]

FINALLY! A good Scottish you tuber! (I’m from Scotland and there aren’t many good Scottish ones lol)And THRIFT FLIPS?! Just found the perfect channel!

[@rhyo_009]

am i going to do this just to match my other outfits for tiktok? yes is it gonna take me long to do this? yes do i know how to sew byhand? no💀

[@paytondavis7056]

This helped me so so much when I needed a last minute skirt. I don’t known how you do it, you’re amazing

[@ximenahernandez7025]

i just discovered you and you’re so funny and talented! this is so far the best tutorial i’ve ever watched!!

[@nethaniarubio931]

This is going to be my first project! I can’t wait :>

[@eleanorgower6099]

kinda late to the party here but I made my first ever skirt using purely this video and I couldn't be happier with the result! you explained everything so clearly and I'm in awe of your talent honestly - thank you for sharing !!

[@meforbts7]

Till now it was the best video for tennis skirt! ❤️

[@jaydabenn4664]

This was my favorite tutorial!! you're so talented

[@ciara2837]

I made a little template (of one pleat) with paper, at the length of the pleats with little notches at the folds of the template to dot the fabric with chalk. Then fold the pleats and pin with the hip room in mind

[@mnl7911]

PLEASE MAKE MORE TUTORIALS FORM SCRATCH LIKE THIS ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@alexabourg]

Omggg thank u so much I just loved it. You explain it so easily but at the same time so gracefully.

[@mpdolebak1821]

This is litteraly the best explained video ive seen . Planing on making one for a doll

[@ivyumoh1800]

Ahhh you make it look so easy! I'm going to try this out! I hope you'll be available to answer any questions I may have, I just started sewing about 3 weeks ago

[@robindabank1450]

thank you ! i can’t follow instructions easily but this was easy to do for me ! :)

[@VintageThirsty]

Amazing!! I’m so glad you followed along with the video :)

[@nayaafatiha6521]

Best tutorial for tennis skirt!

[@ritachohan6353]

I love love love this tutorial and has great humour thrown in 🤣

[@karenspringer5245]

I'm new at sewing and I absolutely love how that skirt looks and this video is so well explained that I will give it a try, wish me luck! :>

[@TerisPrecalcTutor]

Good luck!!!

[@windws7137]

You both have spiral pfps

[@karenspringer5245]

@@windws7137 unus anus

[@ishu9646]

This is a great tutorial! I’m thinking of making it in like a blue plaid, I’m excited!

[@VintageThirsty]

Blue plaid would look so cute!!

[@Isabella-qd8hq]

Hello! I just wanted to say that I watched this tutorial and sewed the tennis skirt yesterday and the final product was so pretty and it actually fit me hahaha! The tutorial was really clear and helpful so thank you :)

[@GigiVideos]

omg this is the EXACT type of channel I've been looking for, for so long!!! thank you for making these videos. I've always wanted to make my own clothes but had no idea where to start until now!

[@liuxiaokun4012]

I would just make a midi length skirt with this.

[@marionnehernandez4356]

yes. this account. this account right here. beautiful.

[@ilovehomosuck5675]

@@adamszayden8330 Nice cow my guy

[@rickbautista3255]

This is the best tutorial for a tennis skirt I've found! Great job - off to make one.

[@corabutcher-spellman8398]

You explained this math so simply!!

[@eliesundesastre9473]

This looks hella easey and that scares me bc I always end up asking mom for help lol

[@aaaaaaaaaaaaa4979]

ur such a lovely woman omg uwu i love you

[@VintageThirsty]

Ahh thank you! That is so sweet 😊

[@katherineminns396]

I ask that you please make more of these videos, they are so helpful

[@bogikapitany5862]

She makes it sound so easy

[@ileneg]

im sewing a skirt for halloween and terrified of ruining it

[@waterthecan]

how much fabric in yards do you need? i'm new to buying fabric and i'm not sure what size to get for this skirt ! and how wide should it be?

[@VintageThirsty]

I would get around 2-3 yards of fabric, depending on how long you want your skirt to be and how wide your waist measurement is x

[@leandra2595]

@@VintageThirsty ty

[@mel_ty9500]

Just for anyone seeing this just now, you’re better off getting 3 yards (2.7 meters). I have a 34 waist and only bought 2 yards, which was like 10 inches off. You’ll have a ton of extra fabric but it’s better than nothing.

[@donutkiller8004]

@@mel_ty9500 how many pleats did you do I have the same waist size and struggling to find the perfect amount

[@mel_ty9500]

@@donutkiller8004 I did 20 pleats in total, I still needed to add extra fabric cause I didn’t get enough.

[@msshyraroshane]

I love your energy and your accent 😍😍😍

[@ebeth6356]

Looks stunning 🤩

[@ultimateotaku4159]

Normal Ppl: Cute n' trendy 💫💕✨ Cosplayers: E V E R Y T H I N G

[@andreafederica654]

I want to get into sewing and off fast fashion. What sewing machine do you recommend?

[@user-wx9ym9ui8m]

Wow this skirt is ssoooo beautiful

[@matildajaggard3325]

This is such a good tutorial!! you are so good at explaining everything!