Planning a party for a girl is such a wonderful experience.
You can let your imagination run wild and create so many fabulous ideas, such as a tulle table skirt!
It’s an absolute show stopper of a decoration and is just what you need, especially if you’re hosting a ballerina or princess party.
Learn how to make this No-Sew Tulle Table Skirt to take your party to the next level, and the best part is you don’t need to have any sewing ability whatsoever! YAY!
A tulle table skirt creates a soft and dreamy feel to your dessert table.
You can easily create your own, that is simple, inexpensive, and requires no sewing!
It’s basically a tutu for your table.
For more craft ideas that are just as perfect for a princess or ballerina party try our gumball necklace DIY, our feminine ribbon chandelier DIY or even our {DIY} princess party chair
How to Make a Tulle Table Skirt
What you need:
- 2 rolls of tulle, 6 inch wide x 100 yards
- 5/8 inch fold over stretch elastic (2-3 inches longer than your table)
- Fabri-Tac adhesive
- Chiffon flower trim, enough to cover 3 sides of your table
- Straight pins or safety pins
- White tablecloth
- Scissors
- 36″x48″ table
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Directions:
Step 1:
First, cover your table with a tablecloth and wrap the elastic along the top edge of the table.
The tie should be at the back.
Step 2:
Pin the elastic to the tablecloth in various spots to keep it secure while you add your tulle.
Step 3:
To create your skirt you will need to cut your rolls of tulle.
Each strip should be double the height of your table.
My table is 35 inches high so I cut each strip 70 inches long.
Step 4:
To attach the tulle to the elastic, fold one strip in half and then place the loop over and behind the elastic.
Step 5:
Grab the tails of the tulle and pass them through the loop.
Step 6:
Tighten the tulle, it should look like a tie, with the knot in front.
The smaller your knot, the more tulle you will need.
Step 7:
Continue attaching the tulle.
If your table will be against the wall, you only need to cover 3 sides.
Step 8:
Attach the trim by applying small beads of adhesive along the top edges of the skirt.
Step 9:
Hold the trim in place until it dries, work in small sections until all sides are covered.
Step 10:
Step back and look at your skirt.
There may be some strips longer than others, which you can either trim or keep uneven adding to the whimsical look.
Step 11:
What a simple way to add a dramatic effect to your next event.
This DIY was created by Denise from Simply Create Designs.
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13 comments
Y M wrote:
Great Idea to add the ribbon on top!
Lillian B wrote:
This is beautiful and the instructions seem easy to follow. Does it have to be 5/8 fold over elastic? What will happen if regular elastic is used?
Kesha A wrote:
I love this look. I am giving a baby shower and I want to know if it is possible to make the tutu table skirt and attach it at the venue? How much tulle should I use for a 6 ft. table and a 60 in. round table?
Julia S wrote:
Very nice ideas,as the pictures are given step by step,one can easyly try the ideas,the pink look is classy yet elegant,wanna try it now.for more ideas you may visit http://goo.gl/l6kI5O
Susana K wrote:
Hi! I have the same question as @Kesha A. Please let me know if you can. Or how to calculate it :)
Delia B wrote:
How much tulle did you use?
Cari M wrote:
It says 2 rolls of 100 yards of tulle so I am assuming she used 200 yards :)
Callie P wrote:
I am going to make a table skirt for a 48 inch diameter table, how much tulle do I need????? Also can I make the skirt and attach it later with lights behind it??
Marissa N wrote:
I made two of the skirts for my daughter's birthday party. They were beautiful and so easy. You can see pics at www.designcreatecelebrate.come. Thank you so much for sharing!
Valerie A wrote:
What is the table size?
Estelle C wrote:
Could you please tell me how much tulle do I need for a 48" round table?
Jillian L wrote:
The table in the photo is 36"x48".
Jillian L wrote:
Hi Estelle, For a 48" round table, I'd still buy the same amount of tulle and you might have a little extra left over.
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