Saturday, January 14, 2012

Box Pleat Crib Skirt Tutorial!

I am really cutting it close...about 5 weeks to go and I am still making things for the nursery!  David has been painting away...(and really got into posing for blog photos!)
"It looks like a mustache, right?"  "Umm...sure honey!" 

"Okay, get this action shot."
Now, I probably won't do a whole post just about paint color, so I will tell you in this post that we used this:
Behr Ultra in "Spring Stream"
This paint is great- it really does cover anything underneath and you can do one coat! It's a very close match to Tiffany Blue- which is in the fabric we chose for the room- yes, I said "we" because David was very involved in the process of choosing the fabrics.  I will use the same fabric for the window valance as I do for the crib skirt, and then I might make a pillow for the glider, and perhaps a Boppy cover...maybe even a mobile with the scraps.  So keep an eye out for future posts!
BOX PLEATED CRIB SKIRT
To make my Box Pleated Crib Skirt, you will need:
-About 1 1/2 yards of white muslin (for the part that will be under the mattress)
-About 2 yards of the main fabric (where I used the brown floral print)
-About 1 1/2 yards of the accent fabric (where I used the coral polka-dots)
-Coordinating thread (one spool should be plenty)
-Scissors, Rotary Cutter, Iron and Sewing Machine

(***ALWAYS wash, dry, and iron your fabric first!  I allowed wiggle room for shrinking in the amounts above.***)

Cut the following from your fabric (Hint:  Cotton tears really well!  For those long measurements I let 'er rip, then I used my rotary cutter to do the shorter cut.)

Muslin
-one piece 49" x 27"

Main fabric
-2 pieces 60" x 9.5"
-2 pieces 38" x9.5"

Accent fabric
-2 pieces 60" x 5"
-2 pieces 38" x 5"

Okay, now let's put all that together!!!  For this entire tutorial, use a 1/2" seam allowance.

1.  With right sides facing, attach the trim to the main fabric lengthwise. (You can use a serger if you prefer.)

2. Iron your seams nice and flat! (If you used a serger, still do this!)

3. Zig-zag (or serge)  around the perimiter of the whole piece.  Do this as close to the edge as possible.

4. Mitre the bottom corners of the trim following the steps in the photos below.
Fold corner in 1/2" and iron down.
Fold over the bottom hem 1/2" and iron.
Fold in the side hem 1/2" and iron.
5.  Sew down the side and bottom hems.

 6.  Make your box pleats (one per panel) following the instructions in the photos below.  I wanted a very simple look- but if you want a series of box pleats, simply add 10" per pleat and go to town!
Find the exact center and mark with a quilting marker or fabric pencil.
Measure and mark 5" on either side of the center.
Pinch the mark on the left, and fold over so that the mark touches the center mark.  Be sure its lined up perfectly all the way to the bottom hem then iron.  Repeat for the other side.
Pin, then baste in place 1/4" from the edge.
7. Attach the panels to the muslin and iron seams flat.


And you're done!  Enjoy making your little one's nursery as special and unique as they are...and come back for more nursery projects that are in the works (or at least in my head!!!)  To see all the projects in their completely final form (like this on the crib) keep coming by- I will do a "reveal" post when the nursery is complete!

***Please remember that this tutorial is my original work.  It is intended for personal use only.  Feel free to link directly to this post but please do not copy it.  THANKS!!!***

Remember to become a follower- I will do another giveaway when I reach my current goal!!!

54 comments:

  1. This is a adorable idea! I love the paint color.

    ~Mrs. Delightful
    ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. THanks!!! Stopped by your blog- that smoothie recipe looks good, I just worked on a smoothie post myself but I'm saving it to use during my "maternity leave" in a few weeks. Hope you'll follow back :)

      Delete
  2. That is really cute, I love the colors you picked! I'm due in less than 2 weeks and I'm still making things for my baby too! I can't find the crib skirt I had from my other son, so I may have to make a new one now! Thanks for the tutorial!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks Casey, let me know if you need any more info! The measurements should be standard, but I have a Simmons crib if that helps :)

      Delete
  3. The crib skirt looks so nice. I love the fabrics you chose. Makes me want to make another for my little guy's room.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Go for it! Even little ones like a scenery change every now and then!

      Delete
  4. Love this. I especially love the instructions for getting a mitred corner (is that what it's called in sewing?). I will be pinning this for sure. THanks so much for sharing at our Link It Up Thursday party.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Yup- a mitred corner looks so nice and as you can see above its really easy to do!

      Delete
  5. Why are the measurements for the muslin 49 by 27, and the side panels are 5 by 38? That's 10 inches in difference?

    ReplyDelete
  6. Abby- the extra 10" is for the pleats :)

    ReplyDelete
  7. the fabric i am using is only 45 inches wide - any suggestions on where I should sew two pieces together to get to 60?

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I would measure and hide the seam inside the pleat :) I had a large piece of fabric with a pattern that I could use lengthwise, so I didn't think about this being a problem, haha! Thanks for bringing it up!

      Delete
  8. I had the same question...

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Hi, I would hide a seam inside the pleat, see above :) And to both of you, sorry I took so long to answer, I have been taking a blog break!

      Delete
  9. I ran across your tutorial when looking up how to make a crib skirt. I absolutely loved it. You made it so simple by the step by step instructions. It has been forever since I last sewed anything, I loved watching this project come together. Now to ask a question, do you have a tutorial on how to make a crib sheet? Or know where I can find one. Thanks for sharing your talents.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks so much! I am glad you liked the tute! I do not have one for a sheet...but that is a great idea! I found some plain brown ones to use so I didn't sew my own. I do think I've seen one somewhere out there in blogland before but I can't remember where. Hopefully if you google it you can find a good one. Good luck! And I would love to see a pic of your crib skirt if you want to stop by my facebook page sometime!

      Delete
  10. After making a beautiful skirt from your awesome directions, I would just like to add that for a standard sized crib (52x27) this is a tad bit short. It doesn't go all the way to the leg. If you have a standard sized crib, you may want to add a few inches to all the lengths so that it covers everything that it should.For example, I would cut the muslin probably 51 by 26 so that it would go all the way to the leg on all sides. Thanks for such detailed instructions!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Thanks for the feedback! I must have a different sized crib or something, but I'm glad you figured out a way to make it work for you!!! I'd love to see a picture! You can always post one on my facebook page.

      Delete
  11. Hi there! I'm considering your pattern for a project can you tell me how many yards do i need of each fabric? Thanks so much!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Hi! It's at the top of the post, but I know there's a lot of info there so its easy to miss! I always leave wiggle room for shrinking and then some in my amounts, so you could get by with slightly less probably. About 1.5 yards muslin for the part under the mattress, 1.5 yards for accent fabric, and 2 yards for main fabric. Of course, you may want more to make a window treatment or other room accent :)
      Post a pic on my FB page if you make one!

      Delete
  12. Hi I love it! I'm planning to make one for my little man due in June but I've never sewed before...hope it won't be too difficult! ;)

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. You will do great! I put all the steps in there! Be sure to measure your crib and be sure the measurements are just right for yours. It should be pretty standard though! I would love to see a pic on my FB page when you finish! You can always email me if you need any help.

      Delete
  13. I am preparing to cut my accent fabric, but the 1 1/2 yards listed at the top of the directions is not long enough to create the 60" x 5" piece. Am I doing something wrong? Is the only option to piece it together and hide a seam in the pleat?

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. You got it- just hide the seam in the pleat~ I need to add that in there :)THanks!

      Delete
  14. Yοur report has verifiеd beneficial to me personally.
    It’ѕ νery іnformative аnd you're clearly very experienced in this region. You have got opened up my sight to various views on this kind of topic using intriguing, notable and sound articles.

    my blog post Valium
    Feel free to visit my web site : buy Valium

    ReplyDelete
  15. It's an remarkable piece of writing for all the online viewers; they will get advantage from it I am sure.

    my web-site; Cheap NFL Jerseys

    ReplyDelete
  16. always i used to read smaller content which also clear their motive, and that is also happening with this piece of writing which I am reading
    at this place.

    My webpage; wealthwayonline.com

    ReplyDelete
  17. Its likе you read my minԁ! Υοu appeаr to κnoω
    a lοt about thiѕ, like you ωrotе
    the boοk in іt or something. I think that you
    could do with ѕome pics to drive the mesѕаge hοmе а
    bit, but otheг than that, this is great blog. A great read.
    Ι'll certainly be back.

    Here is my blog :: Same Day Payday Loans

    ReplyDelete
  18. Wrought Iron Mirrors excellent blog!! Beautiful

    Feel free to visit my web site; designer silver jewellery

    ReplyDelete
  19. free of charge download vista driver.

    Feel free to surf to my webpage :: xerox phaser 8560dn

    ReplyDelete
  20. Hi there to every single one, it's genuinely a pleasant for me to visit this site, it consists of helpful Information.

    my page: www.cuteteenporn.net

    ReplyDelete
  21. Lοl I јust shаred thiѕ myѕelf.
    It's so funny.

    Also visit my webpage long term Loans No guarantor

    ReplyDelete
  22. I have a grinding noise that is keeping me from printing anything from
    the Cyan toner. Could this be the same situation?


    Also visit my site xerox phaser 8560 ink

    ReplyDelete
  23. Hi there would you mind letting me know which web host you're utilizing? I've loaded your blog in
    3 different browsers and I must say this blog loads a lot faster then most.
    Can you recommend a good hosting provider at a fair price?
    Thanks, I appreciate it!

    Feel free to surf to my web site http://www.privatecloudandhosting.info

    ReplyDelete
  24. Floyd said on August 28, 2012

    Feel free to surf to my weblog :: danon jewellery online

    ReplyDelete
  25. I'm trying to cultivate a similar site to this myself, there's clеаrly a lοt of еffοrt thаt
    goes іnto it. Rеally intelligent communіty as well, not easy to
    get.

    Herе is mу wеblog; get a loan fast

    ReplyDelete
  26. Hey to all,-my Samsung ML 1410 now functions fine (Home windows 8
    Pro 64 bit). Many thanks a lot for that terrific Study.


    Feel free to visit my weblog; xerox phaser 8560mfp

    ReplyDelete
  27. Ѕo - "Box Pleat Crib Skirt Tutorial!" - I would neveг havе thought it would be
    аs gooԁ rеaԁing as this. Now ӏ haνe to really go anԁ ԁο ѕome woгk!



    mу ωebpage ... best rate loan

    ReplyDelete
  28. Great site. A lot of useful information here. I am sending it to
    a few friends ans also sharing in delicious. And obviously, thanks to your effort!


    Feel free to visit my web blog hultquist jewellery sale

    ReplyDelete
  29. Thank you for developing this website. The tales listed here
    cost reviewing oftens over in order to refresh us time and time again to do great and
    good points and motivate or affect others to do the same.


    Visit my weblog; Xerox phaser 8560 ink

    ReplyDelete
  30. really practical short article. particularly for ones who do not publish photos
    yet just make use of the computer as a word processing program, which is
    a big number.

    my blog post: Vnsinternationalinc.Com

    ReplyDelete
  31. That's what I meant.... You'd have to bе blind to thіnκ different.


    My web pagе best bank loan

    ReplyDelete
  32. Don't mind checking out blogs and so forth when its raining like today.

    My blog post personal loans bad credit

    ReplyDelete
  33. This has caused me to ωonԁeг
    if there's a few places I could do things a bit more efficiently.

    Look at my site personal loans

    ReplyDelete
  34. OMG need that knuckle ring!! Which Forever 21 did you
    want to throughout LV?

    my site :: silver jewellery usa - -

    ReplyDelete
  35. Incredible. This acquired my Lexmark e210 working.

    It is constantly a difficulty in Windows to obtain this printer working,
    this is the third vehicle driver I have actually had to
    make use of over the years.

    Feel free to surf to my website - xerox phaser 8560dn driver

    ReplyDelete
  36. Jess subject material ? tool called that you
    just cut the silver with?

    My page ... ,jewellery discount uk

    ReplyDelete
  37. Wow, nice! Very elegant and sophisticated.

    Review my weblog: ,cheap earrings for sensitive ears

    ReplyDelete
  38. I κnοw a frіend who thіs artiсle
    applies to.

    Alsο visit mу ωеbpage; best payday loans

    ReplyDelete
  39. Do not rеkοn I unԁerstand all this 2 b true.
    Mаy aѵ to go elswhеre 2 foг helρ.


    Herе iѕ my ωeblog; http://Seoportal.ro/user_detail.php?u=augustama

    ReplyDelete
  40. Superb post however I was wondering if you could write a litte more on this topic?
    I'd be very thankful if you could elaborate a little bit more. Many thanks!

    Also visit my web site - pilgrim jewellery stockists uk

    ReplyDelete
  41. I'm not sure why but this web site is loading extremely slow for me. Is anyone else having this issue or is it a problem on my end? I'll
    check back later on and see if the problem still exists.


    Also visit my weblog :: UK Hosting (Http://Www.Ukbesthosting.Info)

    ReplyDelete
  42. Thank you much for helping me out Polly! I actually just received a soldering
    kit from my local Michael's. Not sure if those are nationwide...it's only a craftstore.
    They have many of the Bead Landing products. It included everything: The iron/2 tips
    (but one dosen't need to fit!)/soldering/clamps/glass and copper tape to begin with. The whole lot was 40$. Not too bad...but maybe that it was an unsatisfactory decision. I will be while using soldering that were included with it, as well as kind Michael's carries.
    ..that's...Bead Landing...tah dah (I picked it bc I wasn't sure how everything worked and desired to ensure I'd some)! The tip about the iron that will fit would be the pointed one, in order that is the one Image trying with. The "flathead" tip is just too wide to insert. grrr. Thanks a lot again:)!!

    Also visit my homepage Wholesale silver Jewellery

    ReplyDelete
  43. This tutorial was awesome! Crib skirt turned out great! Thank you!!!

    ReplyDelete

I love your comments! Thanks so much! Please understand that I try my best to reply, but I am not always able to!