Uploaded October 2015 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Learn how to make a Tutu for a Halloween costume! Don't forget to check out our SPECIALS! theribbonretreat.com/custom/specials.aspx



Links to supplies used in this video:

Tulle: theribbonretreat.com/Ribbon/tulle.aspx

Elastic: theribbonretreat.com/Catalog/packaged-elastic.aspx

Scissors and Needle/Thread: theribbonretreat.com/Catalog/needlesthread.aspx

Tulle Cutting Measurements: Take the length you want (ex. 9″) and double (ex. 18″). Then add two inches (ex. 20″). So for example, if you want a tutu at 9″ in length, then you need to cut each strip to be 20″ long.

Approximate Tutu Measurements and Length to cut tulle
0-6 Mos - 7 in - cut tulle at 16 in
6-12 Mos - 8 in - cut tulle at 18 in
12-24 Mos - 9 in - cut tulle at 20 in
2T/3T - 10 in - cut tulle at 22 in
4T/5T - 11 in - cut tulle at 24 in
5/6 - 12 in - cut tulle at 26 in