Elastic Waist Skirt Tutorial | Lindsay Brooke

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  • Опубліковано 11 січ 2016
  • Hey guys, here is a tutorial for making my favorite skirts! These skirts are so easy and simple to make, and they turn out so cute! After you make one you'll want to make like 10 more...
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  • @rosemilk3105
    @rosemilk3105 4 роки тому +253

    I’m getting a sewing machine for Christmas so I’m watching these videos to get me prepared 😂

  • @rori4171
    @rori4171 4 роки тому +68

    Holy crap! I discovered this channel today and I'm new to sewing, after watching this video and taking a few notes I made my first item of clothing ever and OMG it turned out SOO good! I highly recommend trying this! It turned out great!!

  • @galiagoze
    @galiagoze 7 років тому +109

    I just discovered your channel and really like it including this tutorial!! What I REALLY WANT is "how to make a very very easy blouse" to go with the skirts!! There are not many videos at all for blouses that can go with the skirt you just made!! Please do a pull over blouse tutorial with sleeves!! Thank you!!

    • @brooklynwilliams2419
      @brooklynwilliams2419 5 років тому +5

      I feel the same way I would like for some to do an easy to follow tutorial on how to make a shirt. What I've seen is not easy to follow and it's not beginner friendly.

    • @jlazar22
      @jlazar22 4 роки тому +1

      galiagoze agreed

  • @swright8668
    @swright8668 3 роки тому +22

    Thank you for this video! I just made my first skirt (first piece of clothing period) and it turned out so pretty! I'll definitely be making plenty more for my daughter and myself.

  • @sophia2406k
    @sophia2406k 3 роки тому +8

    This was super straightforward and easy even with my sometimes finicky sewing machine! Love that the length was up to you and the instructions were really clear. I used some repurposed thrift store vintage-esque bedding and it turned out fabulous! Will definitely come back to this tutorial.

  • @YoursTrulyMrsMoores
    @YoursTrulyMrsMoores 5 років тому +9

    This actually seems easier and better looking than the "simple" circle skirt. Really looking forward to making one!

  • @sylviapaints
    @sylviapaints 3 роки тому +13

    This was sooo helpful thank you. Who knew that making a skirt was so simple. I really wanted to see you try it on at the end!

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  3 роки тому

      Awh yay I’m glad it was easy to follow!

  • @sandrataylor2323
    @sandrataylor2323 4 роки тому +7

    Thank you! I don't have a sewing machine so I'm going to hand sew this. I need skirts that fit. Its hard to find the right size in the stores because I'm between sizes. This video is a lifesaver.

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  4 роки тому +1

      Awh yay, I'm so glad it was helpful!!

  • @coconutwater3
    @coconutwater3 4 роки тому +3

    I like the way you made this video because it’s like I’m sitting on the other side of the table learning how to sew. Thanks! 💖

  • @wendyaguilera32
    @wendyaguilera32 5 років тому +11

    I’ve been wanting to make a skirt and this is how I found your channel. I think I’ll try but I first need to get myself a sewing machine 🤷🏻‍♀️😊

  • @StormtrooperDoge
    @StormtrooperDoge 6 років тому +65

    Hi! I’m just getting into sewing. I like your style of teaching and would love if you made some beginner videos 😩

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  6 років тому +7

      Ah thank you so much!! What type of things are you interested in sewing??

    • @StormtrooperDoge
      @StormtrooperDoge 6 років тому +2

      Lindsay Brooke lots of baby things!! And repurposing old clothes!

    • @nayelichavez6159
      @nayelichavez6159 6 років тому +4

      If your looking to sew you should check out sewitacademy.com 😊

  • @tr54natural5
    @tr54natural5 3 роки тому

    Love your style of teaching. You speak at a good pace and thoroughly explain what you are doing and why. ☺️

  • @barbaraness4507
    @barbaraness4507 4 роки тому +5

    9:02 I’ve always ironed the folded over edges before I sew them to make it easier.

  • @mayachauf2850
    @mayachauf2850 3 роки тому

    I got a sewing machine for Christmas and I practiced a lot. I always wantend to make a skirt but I didn’t know how. Thank you so much for learning beginners how to make that kind of things. It really helps xxx

  • @BobbieXxoo
    @BobbieXxoo 2 роки тому +2

    I've watched numerous videos about skirts but somehow don't quite get it. Yours is perfect for me to follow! Thank you

  • @rosemariealmero1214
    @rosemariealmero1214 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you Lindsey I was looking for a simple skirt tutorial for my mini mouse costume. You are the best!!!!💕

  • @brooklynwilliams2419
    @brooklynwilliams2419 5 років тому +5

    You did an amazing job and love the fabric you chose

  • @kimbeeson2305
    @kimbeeson2305 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much, I made my daughter a skirt for the first time today and were both thrilled xx

  • @lindseysartclasses
    @lindseysartclasses 3 роки тому +3

    You made that look so easy. Great detailed description!!! I’m new to sewing 🧵 I have some fabric I’ve been waiting to use...but too scared. Now I feel confident I can make it to something beautiful. Thanks 🙏 so much for making this video ❤️❤️❤️

  • @beanstalk3459
    @beanstalk3459 4 роки тому +1

    Aww I was waiting for you to try it on to see whether it looks good when worn but thank you for a simple tutorial 💛

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  4 роки тому +1

      I’m wearing it in the very beginning! And it’s the skirt I have on in the video as well!

  • @felishasms2200
    @felishasms2200 3 роки тому

    I have been seeing a awhile and I finally found a video that showed me how to make a skirt THANK YOU Lindsay I have watched so many videos and just gave up until I seen this video now I can make my kids skirts

  • @kimberlyjean2248
    @kimberlyjean2248 Рік тому +1

    Thank you! You gave such a simple and clear tutorial. I’m going to make one tomorrow!!

  • @harrykershaw8329
    @harrykershaw8329 6 років тому +4

    Hi Lindsay, great skirt tutorial, very easy to follow, though it took longer than thirty minutes, I'm new to clothes making, I'd also like a simple top pattern. Keep up the good work.

  • @vanz1318
    @vanz1318 4 роки тому +4

    2 problems i had with this skirt.. 1 - the frilling around the edges of the skirt and 2 - the end stitch as you had to stitch around both sides but it wouldnt work on the sewing machine so i had to hand stitch hopefully it holds up! Thanks heaps easy to follow steps!!

  • @licensetobe
    @licensetobe 6 років тому +4

    This was an awesome tutorial! What would you do to make it a longer skirt (think maxi skirt)?

  • @marisahall6741
    @marisahall6741 5 років тому +3

    This is the best instructional video I've seen ever. Thank you. New subscriber.

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  5 років тому

      Oh my goodness! So sweet! Thank you so much!

  • @marje8249
    @marje8249 3 роки тому +5

    Ooh... even I can do this 😊 just managed to thread my sewing machine (which was the hardest bit 😩)

  • @alicia...865
    @alicia...865 Рік тому

    Thank you, im new to sewing and all the other skirt tutorials were too intimidating! This was great!

  • @kaitlynstudios7677
    @kaitlynstudios7677 4 роки тому +59

    So I’m uh...gonna sew by hand, I never had a sewing machine. (,:

  • @rel1225
    @rel1225 6 років тому +5

    this video was a life saver. Thank you soo much.

  • @Kristql
    @Kristql 2 роки тому +1

    Omg this is sooo helpful and it was the first thing I sewed

  • @vannacarter6
    @vannacarter6 6 років тому +4

    thank you so much for this!! very very helpful

  • @TPow
    @TPow 3 роки тому +1

    This was a really easy to understand and helpful tutorial. You didn’t over complicate anything and you went slow enough to make it easy for beginners. Thank you

  • @hotcheeks5845
    @hotcheeks5845 3 роки тому +1

    This was so easy to understand, well done.

  • @kimberann5982
    @kimberann5982 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you im going to make some skirts for church and this is very helpful

  • @lenakini6452
    @lenakini6452 5 років тому +1

    Your teaching is so simple to understand (as to myself a beginner).... thank you so much; Ma'am

  • @adrijamajumder943
    @adrijamajumder943 2 роки тому +1

    Hello, thank you so much for making this tutorial! I plan on following this tutorial to make a skirt, except I have to make it by hand and I had a question about the side seam. In the tutorial you make the casing thingy for the elastic first and then you sew up the side seam, but if one were to do this by hand, in what order would you complete the steps and how would you finish the inside of the seam without closing up the opening of the casing? Sorry if this is a silly question, I'm quite new to sewing and I'm not too sure how to approach this

  • @gwyntx7620
    @gwyntx7620 Рік тому +1

    I sewed the hem after making the casing and sewed the sides together last since it's easier to sew a straight piece of fabric instead of a circular one imho

  • @tikauknow
    @tikauknow 7 років тому +2

    soo easy! I wanna make it too.. thanks for sharing ~ ☺😊

  • @seritaavondarcheville9522
    @seritaavondarcheville9522 6 років тому +6

    Very understandable and helpful, thanks so much!

  • @merle309
    @merle309 3 роки тому +1

    Perfect instruction! Thanks a lot 🤩

  • @sheezaherr
    @sheezaherr 2 роки тому

    This video is a life saver!! 💯💯💯💯

  • @playforfun805
    @playforfun805 5 років тому +5

    I tried it it worked perfectly thanks!

  • @MsOrchidBouquet
    @MsOrchidBouquet 4 роки тому +3

    Very useful video. It’s useful to zigzag all the raw edges before you sew them as this will prevent fraying.

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  4 роки тому

      Great tip!! 💛

    • @jeffreyhall3838
      @jeffreyhall3838 2 роки тому

      @@LindsayBrooke yes zig zag or use pinking shears to cut the fabric to stop freying

  • @oliviaharrison2912
    @oliviaharrison2912 4 роки тому +1

    Hi! Thank you! For some reason both of the ends of the elastic needed up on the same side is that what happend to yours? I couldn’t really tell? Thanks

  • @MintLaces
    @MintLaces 8 років тому +1

    This was so helpful thank you!

  • @elainazimmerman5105
    @elainazimmerman5105 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for making this tutorial your instructions are very easy to follow

  • @green7apocalyptica
    @green7apocalyptica 3 роки тому

    Girl you need more views!👍👍👍

  • @Blueberry-pc3zs
    @Blueberry-pc3zs 2 роки тому

    hii! I love sewing a lot and I found your video very helpful so thank you so much! 💕
    I was wondering what model is your sewing mashine is? I was going to but one for myself but don’t know which one to choose :c

  • @BN10077
    @BN10077 Рік тому +1

    I love how she talks ❤️❤️❤️

  • @sponk1311
    @sponk1311 4 роки тому +4

    Really easy to keep up with, this will be great for cosplay :)

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  4 роки тому

      Awh yay! Thanks for you comment! I’m glad it was easy to follow! 💛

    • @felix1705
      @felix1705 3 роки тому

      im here for cosplay too LMAO im hoping to make a kanna kizuchi cosplay when i get a sewing machine 4 xmas 😳

    • @kiyotakaishimaru7920
      @kiyotakaishimaru7920 3 роки тому

      I’m here for a peko cosplay

  • @marisaliu1531
    @marisaliu1531 8 років тому +6

    I would probably hem it first since I could see how it's aligned more easier

    • @amyshort5625
      @amyshort5625 3 роки тому

      My thought exactly lol I always hem first because it is so much easier

  • @lisacourtnadge8437
    @lisacourtnadge8437 3 роки тому

    Hi, can you make this with a non stretchy fabric or does it have to be stretchy? Thanks, great video! :)

  • @randomfangirl6450
    @randomfangirl6450 7 років тому +7

    Thanks so much for this I plan to use it for a cosplay I'm making (cosplay is like dressing up)

  • @johnswimcat
    @johnswimcat 3 роки тому

    Good video, well explained. I know how much work is involved in doing and redoing takes, editing and splicing. Thank you

  • @tired_v5750
    @tired_v5750 6 років тому

    you are soo pretty!!

  • @maryklopfer9885
    @maryklopfer9885 3 роки тому

    I wanted to see it on you...also, did you tack the elastic down in 4 places to stabilize the gathering evenly ??

  • @kierrawillis7601
    @kierrawillis7601 4 роки тому

    Thankyou so much gorgeous this was very helpful

  • @shattermind9355
    @shattermind9355 Рік тому

    This is my first finished project, mine looked awful but I had fun :)

  • @trich9916
    @trich9916 7 років тому

    great VIDEO!!! thank u for ur time..new follower!!!

  • @newtoatheism5968
    @newtoatheism5968 3 роки тому

    You put the elastic on first right and then gather or do you have to gather.

  • @SydBrokK
    @SydBrokK 2 роки тому

    Great tutorial! Thanks!

  • @katherineann1176
    @katherineann1176 3 роки тому +1

    I loved this video! Thank you❤ I have a question though..why do you have to double the waist size? I was confused on that whether it would be humongous after sewing everything.

    • @_emma.elisabeth_
      @_emma.elisabeth_ 3 роки тому

      You can double the fabric if you’d like to make it bunch of at the waist. I guess you wouldn’t have to if you wanted a more straight skirt.

  • @mimimisenga4789
    @mimimisenga4789 3 роки тому +1

    I love it thank you so much ❤

  • @rasheedamohammed3223
    @rasheedamohammed3223 7 років тому +6

    million thumb up love it the explaination clear

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  7 років тому +2

      Yay, I'm so glad you liked it! Thank you :)

  • @ukelilly
    @ukelilly 2 роки тому

    hi, looks nice. do you have a similar style but as pants ? thx

  • @EmmaBrowns
    @EmmaBrowns 3 роки тому +2

    So I am planning to make these for my summer wardrobe this year what type of fabric do you recommend?

    • @_emma.elisabeth_
      @_emma.elisabeth_ 3 роки тому

      Cotton would work it looks like she is using cotton in the video!

  • @luckacernikova3573
    @luckacernikova3573 3 роки тому

    this help me so so so much :)

  • @raggedyannred
    @raggedyannred 3 роки тому

    Did you cut the waist along the selvage or perpendicular to the selvage? My fabric is 44 in wide.

  • @Nikatronixx
    @Nikatronixx 2 роки тому

    I'm confused..should you cut the fabric on grain so that it doesn't lose its draped shape over time?

  • @adlevhashamayim4694
    @adlevhashamayim4694 Рік тому

    Omg the first skirt I tried making was so crooked.
    What stitch do you use, just the basic single stitch setting?

  • @hannasophia4102
    @hannasophia4102 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you for this video! I'm going to give it a try! (a beginner!)

  • @niko_toza7383
    @niko_toza7383 3 роки тому

    this is rlly helpful

  • @turntechgodbeheaded
    @turntechgodbeheaded 3 роки тому +1

    See, my problem is my skirts fit around my waist. But i can’t fit them over my hips. I’m hoping elastic will work!

  • @teresagarcia5352
    @teresagarcia5352 2 роки тому

    I did it and it took over an hour but it is worth it

  • @carmenzanzucchi8131
    @carmenzanzucchi8131 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the tutorial. I wish you had modeled the skirt & showed a close up.

  • @ThongNguyen-ub3er
    @ThongNguyen-ub3er Рік тому

    Hi, when I did this, the skirt looks puffy, should I wash it since I never washed the fabric?

  • @RinkuAshah
    @RinkuAshah 4 роки тому +1

    You are looking beautiful in that skarf actually ☺️☺️

    • @RinkuAshah
      @RinkuAshah 4 роки тому

      I like your dimple also

  • @abigailwasserman9845
    @abigailwasserman9845 2 роки тому +1

    Something that confuses me - why do we take twice the size of our waist? And isnt the circumference still twice the size so it will be way to big?

  • @purvi4123
    @purvi4123 3 роки тому

    What types of stitch should we use

  • @drrush3421
    @drrush3421 Рік тому +1

    She used the word length twice, the first length was actually the width and the second length was the length

  • @irenecortez7819
    @irenecortez7819 2 роки тому +1

    Did you cut the width on the grain of the fabric? Really cute. Thank you

  • @galiagoze
    @galiagoze 7 років тому +1

    Thanks for this tutorial!! But, what I'm looking for is a "simple" dressy top to go with the skirts without darts. I need a high neck, pullover top. There are very few vids for simple tops!! Can you make a video about this including non-stretch fabric? It cannot be a T-shirt. I need a dressy blouse/top! Thanks!!

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  7 років тому

      I will look into making that! Thank you for the suggestion! For now,
      www.merricksart.com/category/sewing/tops is a great sewing blog I
      like following- she might have a tutorial for something you are looking
      for :)

  • @MCRfreak925
    @MCRfreak925 5 років тому +7

    This was “sew” helpful! I also love that you didn’t say right and wrong sides because those terms make me a little mad. Like the fabric didn’t do anything wrong, so why are there right and wrong sides? I know it’s not actually meaning it like that, but that’s one of the small weird things that doesn’t sit right with me. :p

  • @lah1667
    @lah1667 4 роки тому

    Thank you... This was nice. I take it you used straight stitch?

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  4 роки тому +1

      Yep! Just a simple straight stitch!

    • @lah1667
      @lah1667 4 роки тому

      @@LindsayBrooke thanks 😊

  • @DiemNguyen-pc3kd
    @DiemNguyen-pc3kd Рік тому +1

    With material same color.how can you tell which is right side of fabric???

  • @ranakeyhani210
    @ranakeyhani210 3 роки тому

    Hiii! I’m a little confused on something, does the elastic go throughout the whole skirt or just half? I’m confused because the skirt is ruffled at the waist but I’m not sure if that has anything to do with the elastic band. Thank you!

    • @s.c7103
      @s.c7103 3 роки тому +1

      It's supposed to go through the entire skirt. It probably looks like that because the elastic is smaller than the waist of the skirt so the fabric becomes ruffled all by it self

  • @angelicagrills7123
    @angelicagrills7123 5 років тому

    Thank you for this video. Quick question. Have you ever triple or 4x the waist for more volume in the skirt? Is so, did it work out okay? Thank you again.

  • @denaballsewing6601
    @denaballsewing6601 8 років тому +2

    Hi I'm Dena. Great job.

  • @allieurbaniak1802
    @allieurbaniak1802 2 роки тому

    can you double up the material? Thanks this really helped mate.

  • @Hollig86
    @Hollig86 2 роки тому

    Did you use a zigzag or straight stitch ?

  • @nabiryorebecca1229
    @nabiryorebecca1229 2 роки тому

    Wow so amazing

  • @africanobsession
    @africanobsession 5 років тому +1

    Can you use this casing method for a circle skirt?

    • @LindsayBrooke
      @LindsayBrooke  5 років тому +1

      I have never made a circle skirt before, so I'm not exactly sure! Maybe someone else in the comment section who has sewn more can reply! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @geminigurl0543
    @geminigurl0543 5 років тому

    How much fabric do u buy from the store

  • @goldim6050
    @goldim6050 6 років тому

    How much is your sowing machine?im begginer never sowed before so which would you advice me to buy?

    • @raicrush
      @raicrush 5 років тому +1

      That sewing machine would be are $150 but if you look on Amazon there are some sewing machines for around $70-80 that are just as good too! I got mine through amazon and it's a brother sewing machine and they're really beginner friendly

  • @Sugarsweetea12
    @Sugarsweetea12 4 роки тому

    What inch is the elastic Band you’re using?

  • @xoxoblasian7012
    @xoxoblasian7012 Рік тому

    Can you use this technique for a pleated skirt? I’m an over achieving beginner 😂

  • @leilaniholt1216
    @leilaniholt1216 4 роки тому

    What stitch setting did you put it on? Straight or zig-zag? Sorry I'm a newbie

  • @bayartsengelsukhbaatar6451
    @bayartsengelsukhbaatar6451 3 роки тому

    I am making a skirt for my Halloween costume

  • @lucyb8285
    @lucyb8285 6 років тому

    How long should the elastic be? (Sorry if you already mentioned this in the video I don't think I got it)

    • @chelseafoster4770
      @chelseafoster4770 5 років тому +2

      The size of your waist plus 2inch for it to overlap when sewed x

    • @imagery
      @imagery 4 роки тому

      The size of your waist MINUS an inch to give it the ability to stretch