Finally, a project that truly only takes 20 minutes! E. has a small waist so her pants are often falling off. I decided to "whip up" a belt for her and I took pictures of the process to create a tutorial for the true beginner. Besides the fact that this is an EASY project, I like that it's something that I can make for my friends who have little boys ("male" projects are hard to find). I made one in blue ticking fabric leftover from a tote; you could use corduroy or khaki material, etc. The floral belt is from a curtain I found at Goodwill. Make this project unique - use two fabrics, embroider a monogram, embellish with buttons, etc.
Continue reading this post for the online tutorial, or download a printable copy here (it will also be available in the How To Make section at the right).
Materials:
- Scrap
of fabric 28” L x 3” W (cut up old
corduroys, khakis, and curtains to find great fabrics for your little girl OR
boy)
- Thread
- (2)
¾” D rings (hint: the cheapest D rings are on the kiosk with the buttons at
Walmart, though you can also find more expensive, larger ones in the same aisle
as purse notions)
To Make:
- If you haven’t already, cut a length of fabric 28” long by 3” wide (you can easily adjust this for an adult-sized belt). When I have to cut long strips of fabric, I always fold it in half across the shortest end to make the cutting easier.
- Fold the raw edges in about ½” on each side (more if you need the strip to be narrower to fit through the belt loops).
- Top stitch. You may want to turn the needle manually for the first few
stitches, since the fabric will be thick.
- Finish the other end of the belt with a zig zag stitch, or serge the seam (you may want to try the belt on your toddler before doing this so you can cut it down a bit if necessary). For a more finished look, you can also top stitch a coordinating piece of fabric bent around the end of the belt. You can also pinch the raw edges in, and top stitch the opening closed.
Of course it is a lucky year, we hope.
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Wow, you just made my day. I need to make a whole bunch of those for my boys.
Posted by: MaryBeth | 09/22/2009 at 06:11 PM
I just stumbled upon this make your own belt.. why didnt i think of that! i have been searching all morning online for a belt for my 2 yr old boy and they are soo expensive! thank you for putting instructions online, am going to get some stuff right away, Thanks again!
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=717428745 | 09/15/2009 at 08:59 AM
Thanks for the directions! My sons are 20 months old and in the 25% for weight and 95% for height. 18 mo shorts/pants are too short and 24 months are too big in the waist.
Posted by: Amber | 02/26/2009 at 04:47 PM
OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH I HAVE SEARCHED THE WEB AND STORES THIS GREAT MY 2 YEAR OLD GIRL IS IN A 18 MONTH PANT THAT SEEMS TO BE ALWAYS FALLING DOWN
Posted by: THANKFUL | 12/22/2008 at 06:39 AM
brilliant idea . my sons trousers are always falling down i will make one today !
Posted by: melissa vassallo | 12/10/2008 at 07:21 AM
How simple. It's like one of those, "why didn't I think of that?" Type ordeals. Thanks! I have been searching and searching for a belt for my son. Everyone (online shopping) wants an outrageous amount for such a tiny belt. With this idea, I can make several and coordinate with outfits even. Thanks again!!
Posted by: Heather | 10/28/2008 at 07:26 PM
I love this!!! I've been trying to figure out how to make a belt for my 16mths old who is tall but has a small waist. This is perfect! Don't have to bother with grommets or trying to find a small belt buckle!!!
Thanks!!!! I'll be making tonight....
Posted by: Sophie | 10/05/2008 at 04:53 PM
My son really needs these also... He fits the length of pants but the waist is always HUGE!..lol.. lil plumber pants
Posted by: Jennifer from Canada | 11/10/2007 at 03:27 PM
awesome! My DS needs some of these for xmas.
Posted by: mama k | 11/10/2007 at 08:40 AM
awesome!
Posted by: rebecca | 06/21/2006 at 06:49 AM
Love it! Also good font choice. Hey Jack would love one to add to his warddrobe. His would be more for looks than to keep his pant up.
Posted by: Erin | 06/17/2006 at 12:38 PM
Try making them for adults too!
Posted by: Lacey | 06/17/2006 at 06:14 AM
Very Cute!!
Posted by: Dorothy | 06/16/2006 at 10:47 PM