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Materials:
One solid color dust ruffle from a yard sale or thrift store, any size.
1 drawstring (or 3/4 elastic)
This is so quick and easy, even the most novice seamstress can whip one up in no time. Before you start, measure the desired length of your petticoat. Measure from your waist line to desired hem line-(usually 6-4 inches off the ground) and add 2 inches for the casing.
Cutting
Unfold the dust ruffle and lay it flat. Draw a line lengthwise down
the center of the dust ruffle. Cut the ruffle in half lengthwise on your
line, then cut off the ruffle at the "foot" end of the fabric. A
twin size dust ruffle is usually just the right length for a petticoat when
cut this way. If you use a larger ruffle, measure from the cut line to
the end of the ruffle. If it is longer than the desired length of your
petticoat, cut off more from the "center" line of the ruffle.
Sewing
Sew the side seams together. Fold down 1/4 inch, then fold down another
1 inch and sew the casing, leaving an opening to insert the drawstring.
(Or insert elastic, if preferred.)
Enjoy your new petticoat!
