Learn how you can make an easy tutu for your furbaby with this step by step DIY: Doggie Tutu Tutorial. You can also use this method to make a child’s tutu.
I never thought in a million years; I would be a pet parent that would dress their fur baby in a Doggie Tutu and other outfits!
As soon as I took one look at my puppy’s sweet face, I knew I wanted to adopt her.
She has quickly become my dress up doll, and she’s the princess of the family.
Every princess should have one cute outfit that’s the reason I decided to make Ginger her very own Tutu.
Supplies for DIY: Doggie Tutu Tutorial
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One (1) spool 6′ wide tulle (may need up to 4 spools depending on size of tutu)
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Elastic 1/2′ wide for small puppy/dogs to 1′ wide for medium to large dogs
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stick on Easter flowers (optional)
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needle & thread or sewing machine (optional)
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scissors
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hot glue gun
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measuring tape
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ribbon of choice (to make a bow)
DIY: Doggie Tutu Tutorial Instructions
First, measure and cut the elastic that will go around your pet’s waist.
Next, make sure the elastic is long enough where the ends will overlap to sew or glue together.
Second, sew the ends of elastic together by hand or use a sewing machine. You can also hot glue the ends together or use Velcro.
Third, cut the tulle. I used 30 strips for my puppy’s 8′ waist because I wanted the tutu full.
If you want to use loose knots when you make the tutu cut 15 strips for a puppy or small dogs.
For a medium to large dog use 30 strips for loser knots, and 60 strips (3 rolls of tulle ) for tighter knots.
Adjust the length of the tulle according to your dogs need. Remember that you will be folding the tulle in half. Your strips should be twice the desired skirt length.
Fourth, place the spool of tulle on a wooden dowel, wrap tulle around a notebook or ream of paper.
Next, using scissors cut tulle down the middle then stack tulle nicely. I wrapped the tulle around 15 times.
This method will keep you from individually cutting each strip of tulle needed.
Fifth, place the elastic band around a box or notebook making sure not to over stretch the elastic.
The elastic will loosen up over time. Stretch the tulle out, then fold it in half, make a loop in one end placing on top of elastic, then pull then ends through.
Repeat until your tutu is full. The tighter you pull your knots, the fluffier the tutu will become.
*Hint- I held the box between my knees while I placed the tulle on the elastic band.
You can make a matching bow with ribbon and leftover tulle. Have fun snapping those cute pictures of your fur baby.
Ginger had fun modeling her new tutu. I couldn’t leave it on long, due to she wanted to eat it!
I can’t wait to share the new doggie tutu I’m making for my friend’s dog for Halloween.
How to make a child’s tutu
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Amsnda says
This will be my Lacie Mae’s last Easter. She is 14 and we want it to be her best year. So I’m going to make her an Easter Tutu to wear for our Easter dinner. Thank you for sharing these instructions. I have 3 sons and 5 grandsons. I was lost! Lol
Cal says
The clearest instructions I have found to make a doggie tutu. Thank you! 🙂
Kim Seghers says
Your welcome! It was fun to make. I hope your doggie enjoys their tutu if you decide to make one.
Have a lovely week, Kim
KimSeghers says
Sorry Valerie I think I'll keep her! Thank you though, we think she's a cutie and a keeper!
Thank you for visiting! Kim
KimSeghers says
You could always make yourself a tutu Andrea! I never knew how simple it was to make a tutu until I made my puppy's tutu. Have a great day and, thank you for taking the time to visit! Kim
KimSeghers says
Hi April! Make your Beagles some camouflage tutus just to take pictures with your daughter. Your daughter would probably love matching tutus with the dogs! lol … Have a great day! Kim
KimSeghers says
Thank you Ashley ! As long as the Tutu stays on long enough for you to snap pictures! My little puppy tried eating her tutu! But, it was fun for me! I am thankful I got some pictures of her . Have a great day! Kim
KimSeghers says
Thank you Corrinna! Me personally I think the puppy is cuter, which makes the tutu cute..lol!
KimSeghers says
Hi Jessica! Did you find your dog a jacket? I just couldn't help myself my Poodle- Jack Russel mix is so darn cute. Now I'm looking for other cute costumes for her. Have a lovely week, Kim
KimSeghers says
Thank you Monica! She couldn't wear it long because she wanted to eat it. I'm happy though that I got a few pics. You should make a Tutu for your dogs and put it on them while they eat a treat…lol . Thanks for visiting! Kim