Are you ready to sew your first (or next) piece of DIY clothing in just 1 hour?
Yup, once you get the hang out it, an elastic waist skirt really can be sewn that quickly.
That’s why, in this beginner-friendly tutorial, I’m going to show you how to make the perfect gathered skirt!
That way you can start whipping up #MeMade clothes in no time.
I promise this is going to be your new fave go-to piece of DIY clothing.
Now, the gathered skirt can be made in many different lengths:
- Mini Skirt
- Knee Length
- Midi Skirt
- Maxi Skirt
But no matter what length you want it, the steps are exactly the same and this tutorial will show you step-by-step how to many any and all of them.
You’ll learn:
- Which measurements you need to take and how to take them
- How to draw out the basic shape for your skirt
- How to make an elastic waistband the quick and easy way
- How to hem your skirt
By the end of this video, you’ll know exactly how to make a gathered skirt with elastic waistband.
Or how to make a straight skirt with elastic waistband.
Whatever you want to call it, you’ll be able to make it!
So what are you waiting for?
Jump into this long gathered skirt tutorial now to start wearing your own DIY clothes ASAP!
New To Sewing? Not sure where to start?
Grab my FREE 5 Simple Steps to Start Sewing Checklist below!
This free (and highly detailed) mini-course will explain you everything you need to get started sewing.
From unboxing your sewing machine, to sewing your first straight stitches, in just a few short hours!

How to Make a Gathered Skirt Video Tutorial
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