Childhood is a time of miracles and magic, where every little girl is a fairy-tale princess. And an elegant tulle dress for a girl is the best solution for any celebration. The young beauty will feel irresistible in it.

Features and advantages of the material

Tulle is a lightweight fabric made of nylon threads, which is a mesh. Thanks to its specific texture, this material holds its shape well. Translucent tulle veil is most often used to trim elegant skirts or dresses.

The rigidity of tulle depends on the density of the weave of the threads. The lightest and softest material is used for clothing.

The main advantage of the fabric is its practicality. Tulle does not wrinkle or get dirty, thanks to its mesh structure. But if several layers of material are used for clothing, it does not allow air to pass through well. Therefore, such a dress is contraindicated for frequent and prolonged wear.

Beautiful styles

Dresses made of tulle, as a rule, are fluffy with a wide skirt. The material holds its shape perfectly and creates beautiful waves and frills. The most popular style of dresses for girls is with a tutu skirt and A-line.

Most often, tulle is combined with satin or other elegant material. It can be used as a petticoat so that the openwork edge peeks out from under the upper layers.

On Empire style dresses, tulle is used as an overskirt. It not only creates additional volume, but also effectively decorates the hem, giving airy grace to the outfit.

Current colors

Due to its mesh structure, tulle does not have bright shades. The color of the fabric can be enriched by using a bright lining and colored inserts or by using many layers of material.

The most popular colors of elegant dresses for girls are delicate white, pink and blue. To emphasize the solemn appearance, tulle with sparkles, rhinestones and spraying in the form of sparks, stars or hearts is used.

Girls who prefer to stand out from the crowd will appreciate a tulle dress in black, dark cherry or purple.

Contrasting trim looks impressive and festive. On a white tulle dress, satin of any bright color is relevant - red, lilac, blue. This could be a belt, bodice, decorative inserts or lacing on the back.

Length

A long tulle dress is ideal for formal and relaxed occasions. It looks elegant and chic, but it is uncomfortable to move in it. To prevent your baby from stepping on the long front edge of the skirt, you can choose a style with an asymmetrical skirt.

What to wear with

For a festive dress you will need equally elegant shoes and accessories. To competently complete the image, they should be thought through and selected in advance.

Hats or headbands with a veil made of hard tulle will become a harmonious addition, thanks to the similarity of materials. The same applies to thin openwork gloves.

Any jewelry and accessories should be selected taking into account the girl’s age. An outfit should bring pleasure, not discomfort. It is better to avoid bulky and interfering parts.

Elegant and light shoes that match the dress should be comfortable and firmly fixed on the leg. Otherwise, “Cinderella” may lose her shoe at the most inopportune moment.

Elegant looks

1) A sunny and fluffy dress made of elastic tulle fabric with dropped shoulders - ideal for a fun summer holiday. It is light and elastic, which means that the girl will not get confused in it, even with active movements. The satin belt under the bust and the yellow flower on the hair clip fit very harmoniously into the look.

2) A popular dress model with a tutu skirt and a satin top will appeal to a princess at any age. The full skirt is trimmed with ruffles and satin inserts, and the belt is decorated with a large matching bow. A real lilac dream for a little fashionista. An openwork headband with a tulle flower will be a worthy completion of the look.

3) An original dress with a train and sequin decoration will effectively distinguish its owner from many other fashionistas. The milky fabric is cleverly set off by a belt and a brooch on the shoulder made of golden satin. And to complement the royal look, the hair is decorated with a laconic and elegant tiara.

4) A white tulle dress with a full midi-length skirt does not look boring or outdated. All thanks to the original floral decoration. There was a bright scarlet rose on the belt, and petals of all possible shades were lost in the overskirt. This look is best complemented with closed white shoes.

5) A chic long bright purple dress with a knitted bodice looks airy and light. This effect is created by thin strips of tulle from which the skirt is made. For originality and contrast, a light-colored floral brooch is attached to the chest. The dress remains graceful and lightweight with wide shoulder straps and a straight neckline.

A tulle skirt is an almost universal piece of clothing. It would seem, where can you put it on? Depending on the style, color and accessories, it can be worn to a party, for a walk, on a date and almost anywhere! A big plus is that it is quite easy to sew. And even if you have never sewed clothes, you will definitely succeed in this wardrobe item!

Master class No. 1: fluffy tulle skirt with a cover

Before you buy the material and start cutting it, you need to take two measurements: waist circumference and skirt length (for example, from waist to knee). Next, you will have to make some calculations:

1. Add 5 cm to the length of the skirt.
2. Divide your waist circumference by 3.14, and then divide the resulting number by 2. This will give you your waist radius.
3. Add both values. Let's denote this number by the letter A.

If the addition result is less than or equal to 27, you will need a piece of soft tulle measuring approximately 6x1.7 meters

If the addition result is more than 27, buy 10-12 meters of tulle.

You will also need fabric for the base cover (it is better if it does not stretch and fray). To find out the length of the cut, multiply your full waist circumference by 1.5, and its width will depend on how long you want the cover to be.

Additional materials and tools:

• Wide elastic band, the length of which is equal to the waist circumference + 2 cm
• Measuring tape or tailor's meter
• Scissors
• Pins
• Sewing machine and thread to match the fabric
• Tracing paper

You can soften harsh tulle by washing, drying and ironing it.

Operating procedure:

1. Draw a semicircular pattern on tracing paper:
- the white arrow indicates the radius of your waist
- the black arrow indicates the length of the skirt

2. Cut out the template.

3. Fold the tulle piece in half lengthwise if the number A is less than or equal to 27. If it is greater than 27, skip this step.

4. Now fold the piece in half, like a book, and in half again to make 8 layers of fabric.

5. Pin all the layers together along the top edge of the stack and cut out all the pieces at once.

6. You should have 4 identical circles with a hole in the middle. If you don't have enough fabric to make full circles, you can cut out semicircular pieces and sew them in pairs.

7. Place the two circles together and baste them together along the edge of the center hole. Do the same with the remaining two circles.

8. Place both pieces on top of each other and mark with pins four points around the waist - on the sides, in front and behind. The pins should divide the circle into 4 equal parts.

9. Bring the ends of the elastic together and sew them with an overlap (2cm). Mark 4 dots on the elastic that match the marks on the skirt.

10. Fasten the tulle to the inside of the elastic and sew with a zigzag stitch.

11. Take a rectangular piece of fabric for the cover, fold it in half and sew the side edge. If the fabric frays, pre-treat its bottom edge with an overlocker.

12. Place a basting stitch along the top edge of the resulting “pipe”, then tighten the thread until the cover fits snugly around your waist.

13. Sew the cover to the elastic, placing it under a layer of tulle. Trim the fabric along the bottom edge so it won't show.

Your skirt is ready!

Lesson No. 2: children's tulle skirt

Multiply the waist circumference by 2, add 5 cm to the length, and you will find out the cut size you will need for the base.

Now you can get started:

1. Sew both lengthwise sides of your cut using a zigzag stitch.

2. Lay the fabric out on the table. Fold the top edge in 2cm and smooth out the fold. Don't stitch the edge!
Set this piece aside for now.

3. Lay out a piece of tulle approximately 2.5 m long in front of you.
Cut it into ribbons of equal width (approximately 10-12cm). For each frill you will need 4 ribbons.

4. Sew 4 fragments into one long ribbon. Use a basting stitch so that when the work is finished the threads can be pulled out.

5. To make ruffles, set the maximum tension and maximum stitch length.

6. Fold one tulle ribbon in half lengthwise and stitch along the fold line. Repeat this process with all other ribbons.

7. Let's return to the base blank. Lay it out so that the ironed fold is under the fabric, on the table side.

8. Distribute the ruffles throughout the fabric and secure each ribbon. The first row can be laid along the lower edge of the fold (it can be felt through the fabric), and the rest can be placed parallel to the first, maintaining a certain interval.

9. Stitch each frill along its center line.

10. Unfold the fold on the base and fold the base in half with the frills facing inward. Trim off excess tape on the sides if necessary, carefully bring the edges of the base together and stitch.

11. Turn the edge of the fabric back towards you along the fold line and stitch along the bottom edge. Be careful not to overstitch the frill!

12. Turn the skirt right side out. Now you can pull the basting stitches out of the ruffles and thread the elastic into the waistband.

Instruction No. 3: model with large frills

This model is somewhat reminiscent of the previous one, but the frills here are larger and are located one above the other, like the scales of a pine cone.

1. Measure your waist circumference and multiply it by 3. Also measure the length of your skirt.

2. Cut out a rectangle for the base and overlock its top and bottom edges.

3. Turn the bottom edge of the base under and hem it.

4. To make scales, you must cut the tulle into strips of equal length and width (focus on the size of the skirt).

5. Next, for clarity, we will use a denser fabric, but remember that we are talking about working with tulle.
Fold each strip in half. Do not smooth the fold so as not to lose the airy effect.

6. Having laid out the base on the table, take one of the parts and gather the forked edge into a “bun”. Attach the piece to the base in the place where the first scale should be and secure it with a pin. Place the next scale under the first, and so on until the bottom edge of the base.

When determining the location of the first flake, do not forget that you need to leave a little space along the upper edge of the base to trim it and insert the elastic inside.

7. If necessary, adjust the location of the scales, and then sew them to the base.

8. Having completed the first vertical row, proceed to the second, then to the third, until the scales cover the entire base.

10. Fold the top edge of the warp towards you and hem it, leaving enough space for the elastic.

11. Insert the elastic and overlap the ends.

Master class No. 4: seamless skirt

You will need:

• At least 10 meters of tulle about 120cm wide
• A strip of fabric, the length of which is equal to the circumference of your waist + 10 cm, and the width is approximately 13 cm.
• A wide ribbon, the length of which is equal to the circumference of your waist + ties.

Operating procedure:

1. Lay out a roll of tulle on the table.

2. Measure 18cm from its outer edge and mark this point.

3. Continue making marks every 18cm until you reach the opposite edge of the cut.

4. Using the marks as a guide, cut the fabric into strips.

5. Take the strips one by one and, folding them in half, tie them to the tape as follows:

6. The closer the knots are, the fuller the skirt will be. Continue until you have filled the entire tape.

7. Tie the ends of the ribbon.

You can leave the skirt as is, using the ends of the ribbon as ties each time you wear it, or you can create a belt that will better define your waist and hide the knots.

8. Fold the strip of fabric you chose for the waistband in half and mark its center.

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9. Do the same with the skirt - mark its middle.

10. Connect the fabric and the skirt at the marked points.

12. Turn the skirt over and place a basting stitch just under the knots, catching the edge of the fabric that is now underneath, on the table side.

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Lesson #5: layered tulle skirt with belt

For this model you will need at least 6 m of tulle (with a width of about 150 cm) and a wide silk ribbon for the belt.

Operating procedure:

1. Cut a piece of tulle into fragments 2 m long and fold each fragment in half lengthwise.

2. Cut each piece along the fold to create 6 separate pieces, each 2m long.

3. Alternately fold and overlap the short sides of each piece, leaving approximately 20cm from the top edge unstitched.

4. Now stack all the pieces on top of each other so that the seams match. Pin all layers at the top edge.

5. Tie the ends of two tight threads, then thread each of the loose ends into a separate needle. Make two parallel basting stitches through all layers of tulle, from one edge to the other.

6. Then gently pull the fabric towards the knot, distributing the gathers evenly. Stop when the length of the gathered fabric is equal to your waist and secure the threads to keep the folds in place.

7. Take a wide silk or satin ribbon and sew it to the waistband of the skirt from one edge of the open slit to the other in a circular manner (see previous project). Leave long ends on both sides for tying a bow - it will not only decorate the product, but also hide the cut.

A snowflake or princess dress will be a combination of two parts: a crocheted yoke and a tulle skirt. At the first stage of knitting, you need to calculate the number of loops for the yoke. This is the most difficult thing, and then go according to your idea, how you see a New Year's crochet dress with tulle for a girl.

First, let's come up with an image. Its basis will be the yoke pattern. I decided to choose a simpler option - a classic square yoke with raglan sleeves and fillet knitting. See the diagram below.

Yarn selection

Now we choose yarn and a hook for the New Year's dress. The chosen hook and yarn determine how many loops will need to be cast on for the collar and how many rows to knit, as well as the density of the knitting. For example, if you use a hook that is too thin, the knitting fabric will be dense and stiff. This is unlikely to please the delicate skin of children.

I chose YarnART Violet light turquoise yarn. Hook - 1.5 mm.

Yoke calculation

Now you need to take measurements. It is necessary to measure the circumference of the neck and chest. Next I will describe the pattern of how I knitted it for my daughter Alice (3 years 4 months, height 95 cm). She got the parameters:

• Neck circumference (Obsh) = 25 cm,
• Chest circumference (CG) = 52 cm.

Calculate the knitting density. To do this, knit a square with double crochets, and determine the number of loops in multiples of centimeters. I have 9 dc, approximately 2 cm. (dc – double crochet)

I decided to make the neckline of the yoke 37-38 cm, so that it would be free on the neck. This is approximately 37 cm x 9 dc / 2 cm = 166.5 loops. But this is not a finite number.

We divide the resulting 166.5 loops by 3, we get 55.5 loops for each part of the yoke knitting:

• 1/3 on the chest,
• 1/3 on the back, 1/6 on each shelf,
• 1/3 for both sleeves, i.e. 1/6 per sleeve.

Now let’s figure out how many loops will go where, taking into account that according to the rapport of the crochet dress pattern I have chosen, it is necessary that each part of the yoke has an odd number of loops. I got the following:

• on the chest – 55 loops
• 27 loops on the back shelves
• There are 27 loops per sleeve shelf.

In total, you need to dial 55 + 27x2 + 27x2 = 163 loops plus 3 lifting loops.

The process of knitting a yoke

The length of the raglan is limited to the child's shoulders. I stopped knitting when the width of the chest part became 19 cm. After that, I no longer knitted the sleeves, but knitted 6 rows of only the back and chest panels. Thus, I increased the armhole height sufficiently.

After that, I calculated how many loops were needed according to the circumference of the chest. To do this, we calculate OG (chest girth) = 52 cm and add a margin of 3 cm so that the dress does not become too tight. It turns out that the girth of the dress = 55 cm. This size corresponds to 55x9/2 = 247 loops.

Count the total amount of loops on the back and chest panels that are already knitted. I got 197 loops.

We count: 247-197 = 50 loops - this number of loops is not enough to close the yoke in a circle. Divide the number in half. We get 25 air loops that need to be picked up under each armhole to continue knitting the dress.

Tie the required height of the yoke. For me it ends under the bust, and after that there will be a tulle skirt.

Tulle skirt

Now you need to make a tulle skirt. There are several options:

• sew tulle directly to the knitted yoke;
• fasten the tulle to the VP arches on the yoke;
• fasten the tulle to an elastic band and sew to the yoke;
• fasten the tulle to an elastic band for headbands and sew.

I chose the last option. So tulle can be placed in several layers. I made the top one blue and the bottom one white. It turned out very airy and snowy.

Then just sew this skirt to the yoke and you will get a dress.

Sew a zipper or button on the back of the dress.
In the video you can see several ways to make a tutu skirt from tulle:

New Year's crochet dress with tulle for girls

Many people associate the name of the material “tulle” with the bride’s veil. Indeed, this accessory is most often sewn from thin fabric in the form of a mesh. The basis of the material is nylon threads.

However, not only wedding accessories are made from tulle, but also other items of clothing. So, today a tulle dress is in the wardrobe of every girl who follows fashion and strives to be stylish. This outfit looks original, and the variety of models allows you to wear this dress both on ordinary days and for festive events.

The production of tulle was established in the 19th century. Initially, this material was used only for sewing tutu skirts for dancers and ballerinas. However, over time, the scope of application of the fabric has expanded. They began to sew lush petticoats from it, and later dresses.

At first, tulle was produced exclusively in white, so it was often used to create wedding looks. Over time, the production of colored material and tulle with patterns was established.

About the material

Since the basis of tulle is nylon thread, this fabric is quite rigid. Moreover, despite its apparent fragility, the material is quite difficult to tear.

Modern manufacturers offer tulle in different versions. It can be a plain material of different shades, or tulle decorated with embroidery. Patterns on the base can be applied by printing and etching. Tulle with glitter is often used to sew evening dresses.

Who is it suitable for?

Many people believe that a fluffy tulle dress is an outfit that can only be used for dancing. Actually this is not true. Such dresses are perfect for creating a wide variety of looks, from everyday to formal. It is only important to choose the right style.

Types of tulle skirts

The whole variety of skirts made from tulle can be divided into several groups:

• Tutu. This outfit is well known to everyone, since it is precisely these skirts that ballerinas usually perform in. The skirt is made from several layers of tulle, so it does not look transparent.

• Tutu. This is an original skirt, which in appearance resembles a chrysanthemum flower. To make the outfit, strips of hard tulle are used, which are secured in several layers to the belt without stitching. The result is a fluffy skirt. A short tutu skirt has a hem that is almost parallel to the floor. This outfit is suitable for dancing. A longer version of the skirt is suitable for a bachelorette party or a club party.

• American. This is a multi-layered skirt made of matte tulle, the length of which can vary from mini to maxi. To make this outfit, soft tulle is used, so the skirt does not puff up, but falls in beautiful folds.

• Pettiskirts. In this skirt model, tulle is used to make a fluffy multi-layer petticoat with ruffles, and the top layer is sewn from an opaque material - silk, satin, etc.

Thus, a dress with a tulle skirt can look completely different. Therefore, you can always choose an option that is suitable for a girl with any type of figure. But still, full skirts look better on slender girls; chubby girls should avoid such styles.

Photos of models of dresses made from tulle will allow you to choose the model you like. The top of such a dress is usually made of opaque materials. Thus, a top for a tulle dress can be made of satin, silk, fine knitwear and other materials.

A knitted dress with a tulle skirt looks interesting. In this case, the top of the outfit is crocheted or knitted with an openwork pattern.

Short dresses

A short dress made of tulle can look both shocking and quite modest. Thus, only very brave girls who are not afraid to attract attention will choose the “Chrysanthemum” dress made of tulle. It is recommended to wear this dress with tight-fitting leggings and ballet shoes. The image will be fresh and unusual. But it is only suitable for young girls. The top of such a dress should be as simple and tight-fitting as possible.

A short stylish dress with an American skirt or pettiskirt does not look so provocative. Such outfits are also recommended for young fashionistas; they can be worn to a party.

Mid length dresses

A dress with a layered tulle skirt that reaches to the knees or just below is a versatile outfit that can be used to create casual or festive looks. Everything will depend on the choice of fabric for the top of the dress. If this is a simple knitted top, then the dress can be worn for a walk or to go to a cafe or to the cinema in it. Complete the look with pumps or heeled sandals.

The sets in which an airy tulle dress is combined with semi-sports style clothing look original. For example, with a short denim jacket or sneakers.

To create a festive look they choose outfits whose tops are made of satin, silk, brocade and other expensive fabrics. The bodice of the dress can be made in the form of a corset or have a V-shaped neckline. The bodice is often decorated with rhinestones, sequins and embroidery. This cocktail dress will immediately attract the attention of others; it can be worn to prom or any other occasion.

Interesting outfit option for prom– this is a dress with a removable tulle skirt. In this outfit, the skirt is sewn to the floor, but you can also choose an asymmetrical option, in which the removable skirt in front is much shorter than in the back. The beauty of this outfit is that it looks solemn and stylish, like a classic evening dress. But as soon as you remove the removable skirt, the toilet will turn into a youth model, in which it is very convenient to dance, take part in games and competitions. Therefore, such a dress is very convenient to wear for events consisting of a formal (official) part and a subsequent banquet and entertainment.

The dress itself, as a rule, has a straight silhouette, and its length can vary, from mini to maxi. The removable skirt can be made either flowing or very fluffy, consisting of several flounces.

Long Dresses

Outfits with long tulle skirts can also be worn not only for evening, but also for everyday wear. A casual long dress can have either a multi-layer or a single-layer skirt. In the latter case, a mandatory element is a petticoat made of dense material. Instead of a petticoat, tight-fitting shorts of different lengths can be used. But only girls with an impeccable figure can afford such an outfit.

An original evening dress made of tulle suits almost all girls. The style of the skirt of this outfit can be different. This can be a straight or slightly flared floor-length skirt or a model with a train. As a rule, a women's evening dress with a tulle skirt has a corseted or simply figure-fitting top; it can be decorated with a variety of decor.

Dresses made of tulle with lace look charming. Lace can be used to decorate a bodice or skirt. This outfit option is perfect for a wedding look.

Evening dresses made of tulle are best worn with classic-style shoes with thin heels. Fine jewelry and an elegant clutch will complement the look.