Making Tutus

Design - key decisions on the type of tutu plate (pancake vs drop), fabric and decoration

Patterns - basque, knicker, bodice and tutu plate recipes in three different sizes

Instructions - detailed step-by-step sequences explain the process from making the calico toile through to the final decoration and fitting

Practical advice - from pleating the nets to assembling the base, essential tricks of the trade are shared and troubleshooting tips given