Diy Wedding Veil For Halloween: Simple Steps For Spooky Style

Making a wedding veil for Halloween is a fun and easy project. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

You will need tulle, a hair comb, ribbon, fabric scissors, a ruler, a fabric marker, and a thimble. You can also add lace and beads for extra embellishment.

Step 2: Measure and Cut the Tulle

Decide how long you want your veil to be. Common lengths include shoulder, elbow, fingertip, floor, chapel, and cathedral. Cut the tulle to the desired length, rounding the corners if desired.

Step 3: Embellish the Tulle (Optional)

You can add a personal touch to your veil by sewing on lace, beads, or ribbon along the edges.

Step 4: Gather the Tulle

Sew a running stitch along the top of the tulle, then gently pull the thread to gather the fabric. Continue gathering until the tulle is the same width as your hair comb. Secure the thread with a knot.

Step 5: Attach the Tulle to the Comb

Place the gathered edge of the tulle on top of the comb and sew it in place, wrapping the thread around the comb and between the teeth.

Step 6: Decorate the Comb (Optional)

You can further embellish your veil by gluing or sewing pearls, silk flowers, beads, or rhinestones onto the comb.

Measure the veil

The first step in making a wedding veil is to decide how long you want the veil to be. A typical veil would come down to your fingertips, but other popular lengths include shoulder, elbow, floor, chapel, and cathedral. Get a helper and have them measure down from the top of your head to where you want the veil to end.

Once you know the length, you can purchase the tulle. Look for something that is around 72 inches (182.88 centimeters) wide. If you are making a shorter veil (i.e. shoulder length), consider getting something that is around 55 inches (139.7 centimeters) wide. If you are making a really long veil (i.e. floor or chapel), consider getting 108-inch (274.32-centimeter) wide tulle instead. This way, it will be more proportionate.

If you want a rounded veil, cut the bottom of your veil into a rounded rectangle. You can leave your veil rectangular, but a rounded bottom will give you a nicer shape. Lay your tulle out with the bottom edge facing you. Fold the tulle in half, then cut the bottom (loose) corners off so that they are rounded.

Your veil may look a lot wider than it is long at this point, but that is alright.

Use a rotary cutter to cut your tulle—not hand scissors. That will help eliminate the chance that the edges will appear choppy.

If you're making a blusher veil, cut it in a circle.

Cut the Tulle

Now that you have your measurements, it's time to cut the tulle. If you want a blusher veil, cut it in a circle. If you want a two-tiered veil, you will need to cut two pieces of tulle. For a single-tier veil, cut one piece of tulle.

For a single-tier veil, fold the tulle in half lengthwise, then cut the bottom (loose) corners off so that they are rounded.

For a two-tiered veil, fold the tulle into fourths. When you purchase your tulle, it will come folded in half lengthwise. Spread the tulle down on the table or floor, with the original folded edge facing you. Grab the right narrow edge, and bring it towards the left narrow edge. Smooth the fabric down and make sure that everything is even.

If the tulle is too long, you can cut it down at this point.

Round the top-left edge of the rectangle. Place something large and round, such as a serving platter, on the top-left corner of your fabric (the corner without any folds). Trace an arc using a marker, then cut it out.

Make sure that the arc is going towards the bottom-right corner (the one with all the folds). This way, when you unfold the fabric, you'll get a rounded rectangle.

Embellish the Veil

Consider adding some trim to the rounded edge. You don't really have to do this, but since it is your special day, why not go full-out and make yourself feel like a princess? You can hand-sew a beaded trim for something more delicate. You can also sew some narrow, white, satin ribbon instead.

If you are sewing ribbon onto the edge, sew it an inch or two (2.54 to 5.08 centimeters) away from the edge first, then trim off the excess tulle.

If you're planning to add trim, use a tulle that has a stiffer feel to it.

Sew the Tulle

Sew across the top, straight edge. You can do it by hand using a running stitch or on a sewing machine using a straight stitch. If you choose to do it on a machine, sew two rows, about ½-inch (1.27-centimeter) apart.

For a full veil, sew all the way across the top, straight edge.

For a less-full veil, sew across the center part, leaving a gap on either side.

Gather the Tulle

Gather your stitching, then tie the thread off. Gently tug on the end of your stitching until the tulle gathers. Keep pulling until the gathered area is the same width as your comb, about 2 to 4 inches (5.08 to 10.16 centimeters). Tie the thread off into a secure knot, then cut off the excess.

If you used a sewing machine, pull on the bobbin threads.

Attach the Veil to a Comb

Sew the tulle to a hair comb. Match up the top edge of the veil with the top edge of the comb. Sew the veil to the comb, wrapping the thread around the comb and between the teeth. Tie the thread off in a tight knot, then snip off the excess.

Some people like to wrap ribbon or extra around the comb first.

Decorate the Comb

Decorate the comb, if desired. Use a needle and thread, sew on some pearls, silk flowers, beads, or rhinestones onto the comb. Be sure to choose something that matches your dress. If you must glue something on, use fabric glue. Hot glue tends to get messy, and it can melt on a hot day.

Choose the fabric

The fabric you choose for your wedding veil will depend on the style and length you want. Tulle is the most common fabric used for veils, but you can also use silk organza, nylon tulle, or silk/nylon blend tulle. Tulle typically comes in widths of 55, 72, or 108 inches, and the width you choose will depend on the length of your veil. For example, if you are making a shorter veil, such as a blusher or shoulder-length veil, you may want to use 55-inch wide tulle. If you are making a longer veil, such as a floor-length or chapel veil, you may want to use 108-inch wide tulle.

When purchasing your tulle, keep in mind that you will need twice as much fabric if you are making a two-tier veil. You will also need to consider the weight of the fabric. If you are adding trim, such as ribbon or lace, to the edge of your veil, choose a tulle that has a stiffer feel to it. This will make it easier to work with and will give your veil a more defined shape.

If you are making a birdcage veil, you will need to use veil or millinery netting instead of tulle. Millinery netting is stiffer than tulle and has bigger, diamond-shaped openings. You can choose between synthetic netting, which will give your veil more structure, or silk netting, which will be softer.

In addition to the fabric for your veil, you will also need some additional supplies, such as a comb or barrette to attach the veil to your hair, a needle and thread for sewing, and any embellishments you want to add, such as beads, lace, or ribbon.

Cut the fabric

Cutting the fabric is the first step in making a wedding veil. Here is a detailed, step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Measure and Cut the Tulle

First, decide how long you want your veil to be. A typical veil would come down to your fingertips, but other popular lengths include shoulder, elbow, floor, chapel, and cathedral. Get a helper and have them measure down from the top of your head down to where you want the veil to end.

Purchase the tulle. Look for something that is around 72 inches wide. If you are making a shorter veil (i.e. shoulder length), consider getting something that is around 55 inches wide. If you are making a really long veil (i.e. floor or chapel), consider getting 108-inch wide tulle instead. This way, it will be more proportionate.

Cut the bottom of your veil into a rounded rectangle, if desired. You can leave your veil rectangular, but a rounded bottom will give you a nicer shape. Lay your tulle out with the bottom edge facing you. Fold the tulle in half, then cut the bottom (loose) corners off so that they are rounded.

Your veil may look a lot wider than it is long at this point, but that is alright.

Use a rotary cutter to cut your tulle—not hand scissors. That will help eliminate the chance that the edges will appear choppy.

If you're making a blusher veil, cut it in a circle.

Step 2: Add Embellishments (Optional)

Consider adding some trim to the rounded edge. You don't really have to do this, but since it is your special day, why not go full-out and make yourself feel like a princess? You can hand-sew a beaded trim for something more delicate. You can also sew some narrow, white, satin ribbon instead.

If you are sewing ribbon onto the edge, sew it an inch or two away from the edge first, then trim off the excess tulle.

If you're planning to add trim, use a tulle that has a stiffer feel to it.

Step 3: Sew the Top Edge

Sew across the top, straight edge. You can do it by hand using a running stitch or on a sewing machine using a straight stitch. If you choose to do it on a machine, sew two rows, about 1/2-inch apart.

For a full veil, sew all the way across the top, straight edge.

For a less-full veil, sew across the centre part, leaving a gap on either side.

Step 4: Gather the Tulle

Gather your stitching, then tie the thread off. Gently tug on the end of your stitching until the tulle gathers. Keep pulling until the gathered area is the same width as your comb, about 2 to 4 inches. Tie the thread off into a secure knot, then cut off the excess.

If you used a sewing machine, pull on the bobbin threads.

Step 5: Sew the Tulle to a Hair Comb

Gather your veil along the flat top and sew it with a simple running stitch. Try to keep the pleats alternating evenly. Now, pull it tight to match the width of your hair comb. To attach your veil to the comb, wrap a piece of tulle over the top of the comb and through the teeth. Then, secure the ends with a few stitches and sew the veil to the tulle.

Some people like to wrap ribbon or extra around the comb first.

Embellish the veil

The veil is now ready to be decorated. You can add a personal touch to your veil by sewing on some embellishments. You can choose from a variety of options, including lace, beads, or ribbon. You can also add some sparkle to your veil by sewing on some rhinestones, pearls, or sequins. If you want to add a pop of colour, consider using a coloured ribbon or fabric.

If you want to add a trim to the veil, cut the trim to the same length as the veil. Pin the trim to the edge of the veil, with the wrong sides together. Sew the trim to the veil, working close to the edge of the fabric and trim. Flip the trim over so that the right side is showing, and press with an iron on low heat. Pin the trim in place and stitch it down, again working close to the edge of the fabric.

If you want to add beads or rhinestones, sew them onto the veil by hand. You can sew them randomly or in a pattern, depending on the look you want to achieve. If you want to add flowers, you can make them yourself using wire and nail polish.

If you want to add a decorative clip to the top of the veil, you can glue on some small flowers or other embellishments. You can also sew on some silk flowers or other fabric embellishments.

If you want to add a blusher to your veil, cut a separate piece of tulle to the desired length. Gather the centre of the tulle and sew it to a comb or clip. You can also add some lace or ribbon trim to the blusher for a more decorative look.

If you want to add a second tier to your veil, cut another piece of tulle to the desired length. Fold the tulle in half and round off the corners. Sew a running stitch along the fold, gathering the fabric as you go. Pull the thread to gather the fabric until it is the same width as the comb. Stitch the gathered fabric to the comb, and trim off any excess tulle.

If you want to add a drop veil to your veil, cut a separate piece of tulle to the desired length. Fold the tulle in half and round off the corners. Find the centre of the veil and mark it with a pin. Attach a comb to the centre of the veil, stitching it in place.

Attach the veil to a comb

Now that you have gathered the veil, it's time to attach it to a comb. You can use a simple French comb, a barrette, or any headpiece you already have picked out.

Just take the gathered portion of tulle at the top centre and sew it securely to your clip. If you are planning to wear a fancy tiara and want to be able to remove the veil for the reception but still keep the tiara on, just sew the veil to a simple French comb and you can wear both pieces at once, then easily take just the veil off later.

If you want to make the comb look prettier, cut a length of ribbon the size of your comb plus a few inches. If you're using grosgrain ribbon, carefully use a flame to melt the ends of the ribbon (do not do this with natural fibres). Pin the ribbon in place along the comb so that it covers the edges of the gathers and the stitching from attaching the veil to the comb. Stitch into place along the top and bottom, wrapping the ends of the ribbon around the back of the comb. For natural fibre ribbons, tuck under the ends of the ribbon before stitching into place to prevent fraying. For veils where the comb is completely underneath the tulle, the ribbon won't wrap around. Simply tuck under the ends and keep the ribbon along the top of the comb.

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