[DIY] Simple ZERO-WASTE tiered dress! Quick & easy to make :)

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In this video I show you how to sew a simple zero-waste dress out of 1.5 yards of fabric! This dress took me less than a day to sew (about 6-12 hours). No zippers needed, just elastic!
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@AirVaughan 2 жыл бұрын

I love when you say "Just do what makes the most sense to you" As a beginner, sometimes it's hard to wrap my brain around some of the more technical stuff, but it helps build my confidence knowing you've given the thumbs up to fudge it a little. Haha! Thanks for sharing this tutorial, I'll definitely be trying this in the near future!

@TriBeccaDesigns 2 жыл бұрын

I agree that a big part of learning how to sew and design is the ability to improvise🙂

@teckensprak 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely making this! I've been in a dark place, not sewing anything, but this made me wanna get back in the sewing room! Thank you!

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

Awww I’m so happy to hear that! 😭❤️

@TriBeccaDesigns 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy that you found some good sewing inspiration❤

@luciatat4084 2 жыл бұрын

I quit coffee, it was hard! I took naps very often, I was constantly sleepy; finally I got a little energy and feel like sewing again,can’t wait!

@lokijanneck5833 2 жыл бұрын

hopefully this will help, Im definetely rooting for you❤

@vreyacreates1958 2 жыл бұрын

Related! 🥹👍🏻

@melissabomgren4816 2 жыл бұрын

Such a cute dress a little gathering tip if you don’t mind. In the drapery world they zig zag over really thick thread I think it’s drapery thread. This allows you to gather without your thread breaking and then after you’ve sewn things in place one little snip and you can pull the thick thread out. I hope you give this a try. I don’t gather anything anymore with out using this trick 😁

@TYongbomb 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this dress! I would love to see a zero-waste DIY series, I don't like it when I have fabric left but too little to make something of it.

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

More coming up! 😁

@alyssaalcantara6739 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve seen in previous videos that April used her extra fabric scraps for pillow filling 😊

@sarahkinsey5434 2 жыл бұрын

You can make a matching scrunchy if you have long enough hair, fabric bracelets, make a it into a quilt, bookmarks, coasters etc

@talithacrow7530 2 жыл бұрын

If you like historical costuming you can make a bum roll or you can use fabric scraps to stuff toys and pillows

@dedu98 2 жыл бұрын

You can always make a towel for the kitchen with the rests or pillowcase for example. I mean with multiple fabric parts that is that you save over some time.

@judychapman1868 2 жыл бұрын

April, I really enjoyed watching your video! I have a sewing hack for gathering…. I use kitchen string and a wide zig-zag stitch close to the edge of my fabric to be gathered. After attaching the gathered pieces to each other simply pull out the string; I find that you don’t have to be so careful not to break the thread while pulling to form a gather. Judy

@corape5938 2 жыл бұрын

Omg yes I love zero waste DIYs! This looks really good

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@melissak3885 2 жыл бұрын

Could I make a small request? I can see in your videos when I pause/slow down that it looks like you always finish your seams properly, but you never actually mention it. Since you have a lot of newer sewists as viewers who might be following your tutorial, they may not even be aware that they should do that. Maybe this is a small pet peeve that only troubles me, but it seems like it would be beneficial to your followers. Otherwise, I really enjoy your videos, and I’m tempted to make this dress myself!

@DIYFashionRebel 2 жыл бұрын

Zero waste?! I'm just getting into upcycling and this idea has never occurred to me but it's such a great eco idea! Thank you so much for this tutorial!

@dcchiasson5991 2 жыл бұрын

I have been looking for something relatively easy to do since having a bilateral mastectomy with no reconstruction. With patterned fabrics, gathers, and the straps, this will camouflage beautifully. Plus - bonus, pockets! Thank you so much!

@sreejachakraborty6145 2 жыл бұрын

Love the look! It totally doesn't look like it's constructed with just rectangles! I'm totally making this.

@Moonlight_Glo Жыл бұрын

I know you dont like the non-dress form method, but thanks for this. You're actually a really good teacher with drafting and I always feel motivated to sew with your vids. 💜💜💜

@goodvolks2know372 2 жыл бұрын

Another cute idea for the "pockets" is to use the fabric and make a matching little sling purse - since you have all the ruffling going on. Very cute dress again!

@lynniev 2 жыл бұрын

The dress design and styling are giving me Maria from Sound of Music vibes. I really love how it all turned out!

@nspindlow5046 2 жыл бұрын

I just finished making a dress from this same material for my niece. I have about a yard leftover and plan on using it to create a patchwork skirt for myself. Love the look of those shoes!

@itsjuliaaaaaaa 2 жыл бұрын

This is soooooo cute!!! I love what you did with the straps!!

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Last minute decision but it tied the whole look together!

@julianellie8549 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite designs of yours, it's lovely. Thanks for sharing the process, this one might be within my skill level! Thanks for sharing your ideas and for giving guidance on technique! Very helpful!

@IzuAurora 2 жыл бұрын

The shape of the dress is SO pretty ♥️ I loved this

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@daniellew5820 Жыл бұрын

The thought process with the notebook was incredibly helpful! I have made tiered dresses before and the math is always a struggle but I think your method will work great. Thank you!!

@cat_doge 2 жыл бұрын

As someone new to sewing, I've been too overwhelmed to cut into any of the nice fabric I bought (soo expensive). First glace I would've never known this projects gathers were done with the stitching as opposed to an elastic... idk if that makes sense, but your process was so calming, and very easy to absorb and learn from. thank you soo much for simplifying AND picking such a cute design to break down so thoroughly! Also the ... sewing magnet BLEW my mind. I'm sooo terrible with sewing straight so I usually don't bother even trying projects. This was a game changer ty for mentioning it

@xXAshHoleXx 2 жыл бұрын

The hardest part about it is starting! ☺ I was really proud of but also embarrassed by my first sewing project. Made a big ol circle skirt out of a red sheet I found at the thrift store. It's all sorts of Frankensteined up and the hem looks atrocious! BUT, to be honest, nobody really notices! I still wear it all the time 6 years later. The thing that made me feel more confident was sewing with old sheets. That way, if I messed up, it wasn't that big of a deal because I only paid what, five bucks? 💕 Hope this helps! and remember! Practice Makes PROGRESS! 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

@daalelli 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing these zero-waste process/patterns! It definitely opens sewing up to a beginner like myself in a super accessible way.

@adoptedbythe1king 2 жыл бұрын

I was wanting to make a tiered skirt for my friend's little girl, but wasn't quite sure where to start... This definitely helped me feel more confident thank you!

@CatherineSews 2 жыл бұрын

Great instructions and gorgeous finished product! I love the straps that come from the waist. That adds a lot of style.

@itsjuliaaaaaaa 2 жыл бұрын

Also I just ordered the denim flats with the bows, so excited!!! 😍😍😍

@thehapagirl92 2 жыл бұрын

I bought this fabric from Joanns a few months ago and used it to make a cute top!

@mossnfern 2 жыл бұрын

This was really inspiring and well explained. Thanks for showing your thought process. I’m not making this exact dress, but it inspired me to take a pair of pants I don’t like and turn them into a dress :)

@tamikkajohnson1589 2 жыл бұрын

I bought this fabric in October 2021. I love what you did with it.

@arvettadelashmit9337 2 жыл бұрын

That dress looks good on you. The shoes are also good looking.

@pegasusquilts 2 жыл бұрын

This is SO cute! It's the first set waste pattern I've seen that i actually want to wear. I love the tiers width and the shoulder pieces. I will have to buy more fabric (or find a big piece in my stash) since I am 5'8". And I don't often see 60" woven fabrics so I'll re-do the math for 45. Thanks for "showing your work", as math teachers say. That will make it relatively easy to do. I think I'm also going to try out those shoes!

@carollayne5736 2 жыл бұрын

where can i find 60" woven fabric.

@Lafalot54 2 жыл бұрын

I love this dress design! It's impressive that you made such a cool dress that is also 0 waste. I love a dress with pockets lol and the straps are very creative like that

@fatimaaslam1.1 2 жыл бұрын

I have never sewed anything ever but they way you explained it , it seems so easy . And now i have this desire to make myself the same dress 👗 , will definitely try this out . 🖤🖤

@ericareid6929 2 жыл бұрын

I love the idea of zero waste.

@CosmicLeoSpirit Жыл бұрын

Fabulous tutorial and stunning dress! Thank you for making these sewing projects so beginner friendly!

@kalindeye 2 жыл бұрын

So cute! I've been sewing a lot lately and find your videos very helpful :) thanks for sharing!!

@Joyous_AK 2 жыл бұрын

This is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing, my mom would love this dress, I can't wait to make one for her. 😘❤️

@ameliamotz6783 2 жыл бұрын

Thos dress is so pretty! I love how flowy it is. Its perfect for summer.

@forgetmenot277 2 жыл бұрын

Super cute!! The straps add a nice detail, I like it

@barbarazuazua3927 2 жыл бұрын

I love your style! This is a great use of fabric. I'm totally trying it out. The shoes are really cool too! I love that they're recycled plastic. Great video!

@sonjawade6799 Жыл бұрын

Love your tutorials. I’m definitely making this for my holidays ❤

@TaylorPariseau 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the inspiration ☺️ always making it look easy to help me get out of my head and just do it!

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

Aww you’re so welcome!

@anadavis5124 2 жыл бұрын

Hi your right about it looks easy. I have a new sewing machine. Made a few masks and that was it. I want to try to sew other things and this looks pretty easy. Thank you.

@ABC-tt7qe 2 жыл бұрын

Woah!! That is so cute, I’m gonna give this tutorial a try today. So excited!

@nessazee 2 жыл бұрын

You look ready for a trip to Tuscany in that dress! ❤️

@helen4997 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful jb and well explained! thank you for sharing. Very inspirational!

@mandypantsoriginal 2 жыл бұрын

At first I was unsure. Now that it’s done it is possibly one of my favorite things you have made.

@leewhite8355 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video ,Instructions are so clear ,I’ll be making it 🙏

@katerinorellana6408 2 жыл бұрын

Just started making my own clothes this makes so much sense and it makes me think I can really do it

@RoeRoe123 2 жыл бұрын

This dress is adorable and you're adorable in it. What a wonderful design.

@veronicajackson1674 Жыл бұрын

I love how they reused plastic bottles into shoes... fantastic.. love the second pair ... great video always ❤

@MLLL1234 2 жыл бұрын

Dress is so cute! Love the olive shoe too!

@tangledfreak 2 жыл бұрын

Love this dress! The print is adorable and perfect for spring. I wish I could use my surger machine like you! I cannot for the life of me figure out how to thread it...

@missj1350 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Coolipra I just want to say thankyou & your so awesome for bringing us another beautiful dress & zero waste to We (your subcribers) just Love you to bits & are so excited when we see a new video notification from you!

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you for the appreciation! It means a lot 🥰

@jazsminearmstrong3521 2 жыл бұрын

Def going to make several of these for summer brunches!

@paulinegee4083 2 жыл бұрын

You are amazing what you made from a limited piece of fabric was gorgeous.

@evn1736 2 жыл бұрын

I just finished this dress! It was such a fun project, and pretty easy to make. Thanks for the clear instructions :D

@rositasierra5935 Жыл бұрын

Do you have any pics? I'd love to see it!! ❤

@yvonnebuckley1740 2 жыл бұрын

Turned out lovely!! Amazing just 1.5 yards...Well done!!!

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ericagailvelasco2392 2 жыл бұрын

Omg this really looks beautiful 😍 definitely make one, thanks for sharing 🥰

@Mandavee 2 жыл бұрын

Ive been doing a lot of 0 waste dresses and skirts for a larp I play. The theory behind it is that in the post apoc, there isnt a lot of fabric to go around, so you wanna use up every last piece, but also make it functional and even when there are zombies at the door, you deserve to feel cute.

@rironn2020 2 жыл бұрын

Love your recommendation of VIVAIA shoes, look so soft

@AlexandraKormos 2 жыл бұрын

So beautiful, love, love, love this Dress! Good job and thx for sharing! 🥰😘

@sweettoothmarie7304 2 жыл бұрын

Wow...this turned out so beautiful. It's so cool to be able to make your own clothes

@fryambuter3966 2 жыл бұрын

Love this silhouette. Excited to see zero waste become more accessible

@heartslessons6243 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I needed straps on my skirt to turn it into a dress, I like the way you put the straps on your dress. I also like the dress you made. 🙂♥️

@RenateWaas Жыл бұрын

wow that dress is so beautiful - perfect

@kkcliffy2952 2 жыл бұрын

My bosses give me a gift certificate to the local quilt shop every year for my birthday (only way I can afford the gorgeous fabric there). I'm so making this dress with some of the fabric I bought this year!

@evilbunnyzombie Жыл бұрын

This is so beautiful and timeless.

@anitavisram8346 2 жыл бұрын

I love this dress design. Can't thank you enough. It can be made for any size. Gonna subscribe an hit the bell.

@Sherirose1 Жыл бұрын

Wow wow. I'm going to try this. How easy and beautiful. Well done.

@LizTiddington 2 жыл бұрын

I NEED to make this, exactly my style and I'm now living near a great (although not cheap!) fabric shop :D

@LuckyLifeguard 2 жыл бұрын

this is so heckin cute!! and what a great idea

@lucilledaub5991 Жыл бұрын

Very pretty tierd dress.

@griseldaalarcon703 2 жыл бұрын

Sooo beautiful, as all your projects ♥️

@Whitney_Sews 2 жыл бұрын

Very cute! Do the straps feel awkward or slip around when you're wearing it?

@Adziktworzy 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic dress & such great idea to use rests of fabrics ❤I need to try this! 😀

@christinahenry373 2 жыл бұрын

This is super easy and pretty, thanks for sharing 🥰

@joyfullyjustine 2 жыл бұрын

I'm always inspired by your videos! ❤

@gaoie530 2 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous April! Well done!

@penneyburgess5431 2 жыл бұрын

I love tiered dresses. Thank you!

@theoriginalmilji Жыл бұрын

This is a great idea and it turned out beautiful!!

@mdelgado1001 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the ideas. Especially like Zero Waste.

@TriBeccaDesigns 2 жыл бұрын

Super cute dress.😍 I really like how you attached the straps at the waist.

@karynbray1004 2 жыл бұрын

I'm impressed with how little fabric you used to make that dress.

@allizbest 2 жыл бұрын

That is such a cute dress design! I dont feel intimidated at all by it i might actually make this one :D I think i will cut the bodice into 2 pieces, gather the front and keep the back more fitted, i noticed yours puffs out a bit in the back and i already know id get annoyed by that! I really really love the sleeves/straps

@ginnelynsewingtv4754 2 жыл бұрын

Hi april i like your videos.You inspired me to vlog.Diy and Refashion my old dress..Thanks for info about sewing..

@hunterj458 2 жыл бұрын

I love this dress.

@tomboyz151 2 жыл бұрын

That reveal made you look like a character out of a Studio Ghibli movie!! So pretty & whimsical~ 😍😇

@colettemitchell3412 2 жыл бұрын

Love this dress very cute and classic.

@TeenC79 Ай бұрын

Oh sow. I love this. I know what I'm doing with my week off ❤😂

@dawnmason9558 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a pretty dress. I’m going to make it for my 8 year old granddaughter.

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

She’s going to look great!

@julithewizards1358 2 жыл бұрын

I love this dress. It suits you very well. 💖

@harshpearl 2 жыл бұрын

This is nice 😊 I'll try to make this dress for summer 🥰

@lilian2164 2 жыл бұрын

How nice and easily done.

@debrakaminsky7837 2 жыл бұрын

I love your dress 😍. You are a good teacher.

@estherhuaupe_starciousArt08 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! 😍 and simple. 👍🏼

@GaliadelaRosa 2 жыл бұрын

This is really cute, i am going to try it!

@rykard7374 2 жыл бұрын

Its So good to re use!

@rhythmictiger 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Coolirpa!

@belindafuentes707 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful

@romonaelrod7870 2 жыл бұрын

Your dress is so cute. I would love to make some like it for my little nieces. Maybe even make a patchwork fabric to make up the dresses in.

@ellenlittle6551 2 жыл бұрын

I love this!

@blufaerie 2 жыл бұрын

Too stinkin cute and no wasted fabric!!!

@Nametag_101 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! I would reccomend sewing the gathered layers together from the bottom, to make it easier for yourself

@coolirpa 2 жыл бұрын

I always forget that! Thanks for the reminder ❤️