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An answer and a Giveaway!!

*GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED*
One question that we get quite a bit is “how do you get your dresses so full?”
Well, today I have an answer for you…actually it’s a new answer that I discovered a couple of weeks ago. And. I. Am. In. Love.
Ok, there are actually two answers….the first part of the answer is
Use a LOT of fabric.  Yes, really, a lot of fabric.  For example, if I want a full skirt….I usually quadruple the waist measurement for the full skirt.  So, in my case, Hannah has a 20 inch waist…so I usually do at least 80 inches around for the skirt…(or 2 widths of fabric which is 90 inches.)
And the second part of my answer….
Use a pettiskirt or crinoline, which is a must for a full skirt.  Here are some good examples of why….
Cute, white dress, right?  (It’s the Vintage Holiday Dress….)
 But here is the after with the crinoline….

And one more….a handmade vintage dress that Liz found for Hannah that I love.
Before….

and AFTER

Way cuter, huh?
And thanks to Cari {Hi, Cari} who emailed me about skirt fulness I have a new resource to share with you.  I was emailing her back and forth about pettiskirts and crinolines and found a great (and reasonable) site to buy them.  I bought one that night, got it super fast and am so happy.  It is so full and cute.  Really.  Here is mine…

And do you want to hear the best news of all…..when I emailed Julie of Pettiskirt Style and told her how much I loved the one I bought….she offered a giveaway for one of you!
All you have to do is click on the link below, go to Pettiskirt Style, pick what style you would choose and leave it in the comments!  We will pick a winner on Sunday night.
Julie made a page just for us….so you will see the most full pettiskirts and crinolines!
So. Go!
Good Luck!!

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  4. Morgan says

    The chiffon ruffle petticoat! I’ve got a girl much girlier than I am — she’d have a ball. Thanks for the giveaway!

  6. tobecontinued says

    I would get the crinoline slip in size small for my 2 year old and then I would get the tiny size 0 for my newborn due in Feb! I’ve wanted to make one myself, but when they have it perfected why make it??
    dandchaley(at)gmail(dot)com

  7. cherie says

    Thanks for the introduction to Pettiskirt Style! My dd would love the the softness of the chiffon pettiskirt. It’s amazing what a difference it makes! : )

  8. cherie says

    Thanks for the introduction to Pettiskirt Style! My dd would love the the softness of the chiffon pettiskirt. It’s amazing what a difference it makes! : )

  9. neubiewaters says

    Thanks for the tips..I always love the fullness of the skirts on your site…makes a huge difference. If I won, I’d pick the Crinoline Slip in Med. Thanks so much!

  10. Kandice says

    If I ever had to make any of these myself, I’d easily pick the Crinoline slip…so if I were to buy one, it would have to be the one I never want to make…the pettiskirt! I’ve actually made one for my daughter’s Halloween costume a couple years ago, and it was a BUGGER! 🙂

  16. Bratling says

    Crinolines organza and netting (The purple Princess one according to Bit!)

    And honestly, something like these aren’t that hard to make, either. As soon as I finish set #2, I’ll be putting up a short tutorial for them….

  22. melissamo1 says

    These are SPECTACULAR!!! I would LOVE—— to have one in my size!!! That probably isn’t an option though. 🙂 I would love to have the chiffon one for my girl too!!!

  24. Kimberly from "bugaboo" says

    Oh, man. That’s a tough choice. I’d either go for the plain crinoline slip or the crinoline organza and netting – in white. I just can’t decide on the fullness I want! They are all so pretty! A pink petticoat would be so cute too, though… oh jeez. Pick me, pick me!

  25. Jessica says

    love them all, but i love how the crinoline is so versatile size wise! so id’ go with the medium crinoline (ribbon edged) though i do LOVE the look of the pettiskirts!

  32. Ms Moppet says

    Oooh, I would love the crinoline slip for my 5yr old. she is such a girly girl and only wears dresses, she would be thrilled! great post and giveaway!
    urbanmoppets at gmail dot com

  34. Melissa says

    I would choose the small Petti skirt, my daughter has a dress that would look great with this under it! Thanks for doing the giveaway!

  43. shy says

    Petticoat / Slips made from soft chiffon in white for my little one, debating on the size though. What a difference they make?!

  46. Emily says

    Great fabric amount tip and love the chiffon one. I totally want one for me too- is that a little bit ridiculous? emmillee(AT)gmail(dot)com

  49. tracy_a says

    Oh – I love the crinoline slip – I hope it would be comfy enough for my 7 year old. She loves twirly full dresses! The pettiskirts definitely look comfy enough – so a white pettiskirt I think would be my choice.

  57. Alice H says

    The Chiffon Fluff Ruffle Bottom petticoats are my favorite – I’d get one in white in size petite. Thanks for the chance! alicedemskehansen at gmail.com

  60. Jill says

    What fun. I can totally see my daughter in one of the Petticoat / Slips made from soft chiffon! So sweet!!

    jillrenee (at) charter (dot) net

  61. Beth says

    chiffon fluffy petticoat slip for sure in a small or medium for my frill loving 5 year old! 🙂

    toysruskid11 (at) yahoo (dot) com

  64. Delia says

    I look forward to learning a lot about sewing for a girl from you ladies. You both are so darn talented! Love that first dress. When my little girl gets older I will definitely have to invest in a crinoline slip!…if I don’t win it. Thanks for the giveaway. Woot woot.

    I checked out the site and I think I like the less full fluff of the pettiskirt…the first one shown.

  69. matty says

    I wore these the first time around! I love the ivory crinoline in adult medium!

    If I win, I will even post a picture of me in it (with a skirt, of course!) LOL

    So cute! How could anyone ever select just one??

  70. meke2u says

    I was just in the process of deciding whether to make or buy a pettiskirt for a dress, this is right on time and would be awesome to win

  73. Heather says

    I would love a chiffon petticoat!! She has great prices, so even if I don’t win, I know where to go!

    Heather

    bubbasmom at gmail dot com

  74. Sarah says

    This is going to make one lucky little girl very happy! I’d love to win the crinoline slip to add some flare to my daughter’s dresses. Thanks!
    Cpane99 @ gmail (dot) com

  76. Luch says

    Is this giveaway still open? I’d love to win…I’m currently slated to make a crinoline for my daughters preschool teacher…the first wasn’t full enough and as much as I love her, I’m kind of dreading sewing another one! (so much gathering with transparent fabric!!). Thanks for the chance,
    Heather

  77. Danielle says

    Oh my gosh I am just laughing out loud right now!! I could have seriously used a crinoline skirt for Avery’s dress. Ha. I meant to get one and then it was too late so I rigged up the ugliest contraption to get her skirt full. Too funny that you are giving one away!!

  78. Steph L says

    Oh my. My daughter’s would love to have their dresses be fuller! Who wouldn’t. I love the crinoline slip in pink! Adorable.

    Stephanie

  79. Shannan says

    wow – thanks for that tip! I had been lining my dresses in tulle. Duh of me. I love the fullness of the Chiffon Fluff Ruffle Bottom petticoat.

  81. Jessica Jewkes says

    I have been addicted to buying vintage dresses for my little girl! The white crinoline slip would be the perfect addition to these dresses! Thank you for the amazing giveaway!