Balloon Skirt Pattern & Sewing Tutorial

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Video is divided into three parts
Pattern making 02:10
Skirt cutting 07:17
Skirt sewing 08:37
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[@KimDave]

Tried out a new skirt silhouette for this tutorial and I'm not mad at all. I share how to cut and sew a balloon skirt in this tutorial.
Enjoy.

[@harrietndungu7085]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@zahaabasardien]

You are literally helping me get through fashion school, thank you 😭❤️

[@lifesizebarbiee]

this tutorial is so clear and easy to follow, but I had so much trouble figuring out how to get the right sides together lol. I realized I was over thinking it. But it is incredibly hard to do, and I did the balloon effect in sections, not at all once. I was looking in the comments for tips and tricks and couldn't find any, so I just wanted to leave this for people who may be struggling like I was.

[@musicforlifeeeadub]

how did you finally figure it out? I feel like I’ve been trying for days😅

[@miivstudio3754]

@@musicforlifeeeadub hi! Have you found out how to make it? If so can you please explain? 😅 I’ve tried so so many times

[@BingusFodder]

‘Right sides together’ doesn’t refer to right and left as you may intuitively think.
In sewing there is a right side (which is the part that faces outward when you wear it) and a wrong side (which is the part that touches your body and where all your seams go)
And in this case the wrong side will never touch your body because all of the seams are on the inside of the skirt.
like if you turned a t-shirt inside out (right sides together), sewed the neck to the bottom and then pulled the whole thing back through one of the sleeves.

[@lynette.]

Love the way you make every step so clear.Thank you.

[@KIZAJ]

I deserve a trophy Kim this skirt looks so gorgeous.... I love the intro I love the intro. Now let me watch

[@KimDave]

Hahahaha thank you honey!

[@treenahenry2986]

Yes Kim Dave love this

[@happymoses2048]

You're gifted. Be blessed.

[@MsWill8158]

Girl just know I’m about to make this in different prints!!! Thank you

[@MegaBpop]

I like the skirt. The color looks great on you. Thank You for the detailed instructions.

[@yang5058]

It's nice work. Thanks Priscilla

[@angelaonyekwelu20]

Wow.I'm just watching it now.so lovely. Tnks for sharing

[@sharmilachandool4603]

Thank you miss Kim 🙏 I love it ❤️

[@CommonSenseDiva]

Adorable... thanks for sharing!!!

[@lyramarizungabponce1540]

I reallllllyyy reeeaalllyyy love the skirt it suits you.

[@natjoy22]

This is amazing! Thank you!

[@adjekoyiboufuoma189]

Beautiful

[@Stitchadress]

You just reminded me of my love for balloon skirts. Good one!

[@blackbutterfly3565]

Love love love 💕

[@saint_sam]

I CANT thank you enough! For some reason this shape just- my brain didn't wanna conceptualize it 😂 You're amazing!!

[@njimbuacolette2896]

Kim this is gorgeous and looks perfect on you! Thanks for sharing

[@KimDave]

Thank you so much!

[@lifewithpeacey6786]

I really enjoyed watching this
And yes I'm trying it out
Thank you so much ❤️

[@anuoluwapoakinbola8404]

Just watched the video, I love love the skirt, I'll definitely see this skirt

[@FashionSchoolWithJay]

Now only I discovered your channel!!! Omg I can’t wait to try all these 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@jeidytouray3417]

You deserve a golden medal 🥇🏅 indeed thank you so much for the extremely Beautiful illustration 🥰🥰🥰💐🌹

[@wayesvillage1758]

I'm so glad I found you

[@sewfashionable8398]

Omg I've been looking everywhere for a tutorial for this skirt! Thank you!😊

[@KimDave]

Glad I could help!

[@jessicas8077]

Great video, thank you!!

[@KimDave]

Glad you liked it!

[@jamesmaryjane4201]

Lovely,thanks for this tutorial

[@KimDave]

Thanks for watching!

[@BaronessJames]

It looks great! ❤ I am also very happy that you didn't use the sircle skirt technique but the one that you used. I also love the waist band being so wide and the skirt being short. And the finishes are super professional! Great job! ❤

[@mekameka4362]

This is soooo late 80s/early 90s prom dresses and skirts. Glad to see it make a comeback. ☺️

[@KimDave]

So true! It's such a fun shape with lots of potential

[@mekameka4362]

@@KimDave a Hi-Lo skirt or a side Hi-Lo skirt. 💃

[@rosyflory2303]

Lovely

[@LindahsArtHouse]

I love love love this one! I’m going to try and make it Whoot 🪡 💕 thank you !

[@hesh7910]

03:17 could you tell me measurements for notch point and purpose of marking it.

[@LookingForGodHEISEVERYWHERE]

Very nice job. I really enjoyed watching your video and have always wanted to know how to make this type of skirt. With your video, I feel confident that I can do it now. Thank you!

[@KIZAJ]

Wow I watched and loved every second of this video Kim... you have no idea how much I’ve learnt from this 16 minutes video. All the techniques you used. You made this so easy... thank you so much

[@KimDave]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ellenwalker1]

This is SUCH a great tutorial! Thanks so much for sharing.

[@KimDave]

You are so welcome!

[@bybianca222]

love love love your tutorial! so clear and concise I cant wait to make my own

[@KimDave]

Yay! Thank you!

[@dinararaduga5195]

How nice 👍🏻

[@missspearmint2415]

This women is pure magic!!!!!

[@KimDave]

Thank you

[@alesiahenricytrigolos5121]

I love this !!! I love your videos. You really help me out 🤩🤩

[@KimDave]

Thank you Alesia

[@HnClothings]

The color of the fabric and the type of fabric used looks so lush and makes me want to have this Ballon skirt as well. This is awesome Kim. Your sewing videos are always on point. I love every single one of them, you are definitely a Vibe👌💕

[@KimDave]

Thank you so much 💖

[@patriciavieiraramos6054]

Eu amei!❤

[@fay8233]

I'm 54, and I remember when these skirts were in trend. You have recreated this so beautifully. Truly made me smile so much. Your talent is truly a gift.

[@KimDave]

Oh wow 🤩 really?!
Glad this video brought some joy your way 😃

[@fay8233]

@@KimDave The skirts were called puffball.

[@tissuepaperbutterfly]

Love your videos! Always a go to for me. Thanks for sharing your pattern making knowledge! Also I love how much footage you show of the finished garment, I feel like other CZcamsrs just don’t do that so you can’t get a good look of it finished!

[@KimDave]

Thank you so much for your kind comment.

[@pretty_iro]

I like the color 😍😍👌🏽
Beautiful skirt ❤️

[@KimDave]

Thank you so much 😀

[@manifydesigns]

Hello Kim dear! You are such an amazing teacher. Am glad I found your channel and am seriously sticking to it😍
I will watch over again and see if I can DIY that beautiful balloon skirt.
Thanks for sharing your ideas

[@KimDave]

Awww thanks for your kind feedback.
Hope your skirt turns out great when you attempt it

[@PhoebeIkeji]

Nice one kim

[@KimDave]

Thanks Phoebe

[@fabiola921]

I like it, it's different. Very inspiring 😊

[@KimDave]

Thank you! 😊

[@jay_m4160]

You look AMAZING

[@myosan2465]

You are Smart

[@papuchi.comjohnson6150]

Excellent so beautiful 💖💖💖 like the skirt

[@KimDave]

I'm glad you like it

[@sudharai6348]

Thank u mam❤️

[@adaobi8783]

Love it so much!! I’ll definitely try it.
Can you do a tutorial on fitted slip skirts🙏🏾

[@wakeupnow3333]

Wow

[@YANAMization]

Nice knees and dress.

[@akaalfashion1710]

Wooow,tnx alot

[@KimDave]

You are most welcome

[@aoshadon]

Old time something cone back again. I never liked these skirts but I watched all of the tutorial. ...Oh my the colours the stitching and then the finish product....you made it look really good. I'm gonna make one.

[@KimDave]

I honestly didn't like them as much as kid growing up. But if cut right, they are really stylish

[@aoshadon]

It's true

[@MrDevante007]

Go girl you did that!!!! Next time you can add some tulle on the inside for some more pouf and use interfacing on your waistband for more sturdiness but it looks amazing

[@ogbonnaogochukwu731]

The skirt is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing this with us. God bless u real good. Pls I have a request, pls can u teach us how to make an handkerchief skirt. Thank u

[@KimDave]

Thank you too.
God bless you

[@seejanetwirl969]

I can't wait to try this...I will tag you!!!!

[@KimDave]

Please do! can't wait to see yours

[@ijeomaonwujiuba3094]

Thumbs up....I love this finishing.pls I did not understand how u pinned the lower part of the skirt to get the balloon
I tried it ,turn but I hooked somewhere.

[@empresso4357]

Nice one ma..... Please can u do an illustration on how to cut a pencil skirt with cut together flare

[@preranajoshi2661]

could you please make a video about how you stitched the zip so neatly i always mess it up lol

[@INFINITY-is2we]

Always surprise me
Love u
From india

[@KimDave]

thanks for stopping by the channel

[@rosaisela0905]

Me gustó, como podría hacer una falda aglobada asimétrica?

[@newsiesofnewyork9284]

This tutorial is perfect for an upcoming cosplay of mine! These videos are amazing thank you😊😊😊

[@KimDave]

You're so welcome! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@vikashsingh-kg2we]

Ma'am you are fabulous I want to learn you about fashion .

[@KimDave]

Thank you.
I try to share useful information about fashion on the channel. Hopefully you will find them useful

[@makowski3585]

Beautiful. To make a diagonal shape with the back part longer and the front as short as yours you’d just diagonally enlarge the back pieces right?

[@j.designs1704]

Is it possible to make a balloon dress with darts under the bust? If so can you make a video about it? Thank you 🙏 and btw love all your videos and admire your hard work!

[@Artiimoo]

This is such a cute skirt, I can't wait to make it! Just to clarify something, does the lining length determine about how long the skirt ends up being? I'm a bit confused about the lining length versus the main body length

[@ataraxiastemple]

This is so beautiful Priscillia! quick question for you even though it’s a year late- do you think this pattern would be possible as a pair of shorts, and if so, how would I do that?
love and light🤍❤️

[@danielvillalobos2159]

Love this videos, the skirt is so beautiful. Do you teach drape? I will love to learn with you

[@KimDave]

Thank you Daniel.
Draping is not my strongest design point, still learning about it myself

[@popocouture195]

👍👍👍

[@d_mariefashions]

❤️🙏

[@natashawilson6027]

Hi Kim
I already have a pattern pic inserted how do I make this baloon/bubble. Do I just cut another piece of fabric but shorter. It want allow me to insert pic but it's the McCall's pattern m7727..TYIA

[@katarzynamazurkiewicz6012]

Well, this is probably unachievable on my decades-old Singer machine. Not with my current skillset anyway :D
But I'm definitely saving it for later, it's gorgeous!

[@KimDave]

I'm sure you will get there some day ^.^

[@Radhacreative]

How many mtr fabric use?

[@animacolorim.p.7]

It's amazing ☀️💓 How natural material can I use? I can't wear synthetic fabrics... Please help me... I want to sew it

[@KimDave]

Thank you.
You can use a cotton or stiff linen fabric to create this skirt if you're looking for natural fibre alternatives.

[@ninatruman2513]

Hi I’m looking for a Seamstress to make me a skirt long on the back shorter on front ballon style ! Do you sew for people?

[@KimDave]

Yes I do commissions
Kindly send an email to [e-mail]

[@avon_calling83]

What is the black material called, that you used on waistband

[@KimDave]

The interfacing?

[@johnpayel1665]

Can I use Ankara material to sew it

[@KimDave]

Yes you can actually

[@egi8832]

can you make a buttoned shirt

[@KimDave]

I have made a buttoned shirt dress with a collar and all czcams.com/video/TZpOwUag2Cw/video.html

[@H.l.s19]

I tried to follow it but it went completely wrong when pulled it inside out!

[@miivstudio3754]

Hi Kim, I’ve followed all the video tutorial till the last part when you put together lining and outer skirt, when I do that right side to right side, sew on the wrong side and then turn it out from the hole left, it comes out like a cylindrical shape, how it’s possible? I’ve read other people had the same struggle, can you please better explain that part? How do you put together those 2 hems? thank you so much if you can help! :))

[@KimDave]

The balloon shape is created because the lining (which is meant to shorter and not as flared) pulls in the hemline of the main outer skirt.
The hem of the outer skirt is gathered into the hem of the lining, leaving a whole open to turn the skirt inside out.
I hope this helps.

[@kanthiewijesundara6480]

I am from sri lanka.l watch and like your new creations. I fond to stitch various patterns of brassiers.Could you help me how to cut various sizes.May Triple GEM and God BLESS you!

[@KimDave]

Thank you for your support.
I will keep your request in mind for the future but here's a video that you might find helpful czcams.com/video/cqYdUU72A68/video.html

[@kanthiewijesundara6480]

@@KimDaveDear,thank you so much for your kind information.I w'll try to search that you have mentioned.

[@shaidabegum.]

👍👌👗👏

[@fahmadi5804]

Is it cotton fabric?

[@KimDave]

Yes it is, a heavy cotton drill

[@danablackshear8560]

do you take custom request?

[@KimDave]

yes I do. Please email [e-mail]

[@marydickerson1258]

What if you were not lining it how would to sew the hem

[@KimDave]

A facing or bias finished end might work. But I think the lining really secures the hemline in place

[@puffbal123]

The lining is what helps create the bubble effect so you have to line it

[@treenahenry2986]

Supercute

[@betyvargas7169]

BELLISSIMA GONNA 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕

[@TSnowy23]

Hi Kim, I made a comment on your story but deleted it, I meant it as a compliment but aslo being silly. I hope you didnt take offense.

[@peacebrideba608]

Beautiful

[@KimDave]

Thank you