How To Crochet A Ruffle Skirt / Beginner Friendly

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  • Опубликовано: 31 дек 2024

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  • @accrochets
    @accrochets  2 года назад +126

    Please NOTE that this skirt is worn over your shoulders downwards not over hips upwards.

    • @abbielinus7847
      @abbielinus7847 2 года назад +1

      Please how many ball of yarn did you use?

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  2 года назад +4

      @@abbielinus7847 6 skeins

    • @charitywaigwe8463
      @charitywaigwe8463 2 года назад

      Why wear that way?

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  2 года назад +20

      @@charitywaigwe8463 it’s clear that the waist measurements ( which we are using here) are smaller than your hips measurements. So it won’t pass over your hips, it has no zipper. Do you get it?

    • @charitywaigwe8463
      @charitywaigwe8463 2 года назад +3

      @@accrochets I got u thanks

  • @rubylopez5941
    @rubylopez5941 3 года назад +90

    That was so kind and generous of you to provide the free tutorial on this skirt. Many blessings to you for your thoughtful gift to ladies who would not otherwise be able to get the pattern.

  • @Faith-ll6io
    @Faith-ll6io 2 года назад +32

    I just learnt how to crochet a month ago and this was my biggest project so far. Thank you so much for this tutorial, it was so clear and I was able to complete the skirt in 4 days. I couldn't make the middle straight but other than that the skirt is perfect ❤️

  • @lizz650
    @lizz650 4 года назад +247

    I am 14 and this quarantine I have learnt so much about crochet ! I absolutely love you page and I am enjoying your pattern , it’s so well done and just amazing I’m general😍❤️ God bless xx

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +16

      I’m happy to hear you are being very productive, Keep it up ❤️❤️. Thank you and be blessed

    • @awizardmummyandmartian3238
      @awizardmummyandmartian3238 4 года назад +5

      Yas we love women becoming empowered and learning skills

    • @sashababy517
      @sashababy517 3 года назад +1

      Same

    • @wandamadikizela8524
      @wandamadikizela8524 2 года назад

      Same I learnt a lot from this channel 🥰😍❤

    • @blake6357
      @blake6357 Год назад

      That’s a little girl she’s not a women let her be a girl

  • @myamosley9069
    @myamosley9069 4 года назад +74

    Just looking at the thumbnail make me want to try and make it no matter how difficult it is. But luckily it is super easy so im going to make me one in every color

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +5

      It is easy to make! Go for it, you will love them 🤗

  • @LoveAlwaysTeonnie
    @LoveAlwaysTeonnie Год назад +7

    Thank you so much for this FREE tutorial!! May God bless you for this.

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  Год назад

      My pleasure! Thank you and be blessed 🤗

  • @SA-vw4ny
    @SA-vw4ny 4 года назад +11

    I am trying this for the first time. I am not getting the middle line straight but I am proud of myself because I am at the ruffles now. Thanks for sharing your skills

  • @itsjuleris
    @itsjuleris 4 месяца назад +2

    I love the way you did the decrease it's so smart!! I've been crocheting for two years and never came across this method. THANK YOU! Beautiful work!

  • @shaliset4023
    @shaliset4023 4 года назад +173

    I follow you on ig and I absolutely love your work. This is the best tutorial I have seen especially for a beginner like me to crochet on making a skirt . I am definately going to make this .

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +10

      I’m glad to hear that! Tag me when you do 😊

    • @shaliset4023
      @shaliset4023 4 года назад +1

      @@accrochets will do 😄

    • @christamumy1639
      @christamumy1639 4 года назад

      Yep

    • @ElleBellsChannel
      @ElleBellsChannel 4 года назад

      @@accrochets Does it stretch over the hips?

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад

      LangBellsChannel yes the increasing rows are made to fit your hips.

  • @StephanieNageotte
    @StephanieNageotte 3 месяца назад +2

    Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial!! I didn't have quite enough yarn to finish the full ruffle, but I still love it. I'll definitely be re-visiting to make more. 😊

  • @bunnydbutton
    @bunnydbutton 4 года назад +6

    Thank you for making a difficult pattern doable and easy and thanks for sharing it for free!

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +1

      You’re most welcome 🤗

  • @fernandavieira2350
    @fernandavieira2350 3 года назад +14

    I am so happy that I found your yt channel and specially this video. I’ve been trying to do a similar skirt to this one, but I already failed twice as I had no pattern, and you just solved my problems when I was already giving up. You are amazing

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      Thank you so much, glad you found what you were looking for 🤗

  • @aprilsoamazin7959
    @aprilsoamazin7959 4 года назад +6

    This is beautiful and I typed in skirts for beginners because I know how to make a scarf but I'm going to try this it was absolutely gorgeous! 😍🤩🥰 ty for sharing because it is true alot of things are not affordable but yarn is for me at least so I appreciate you for providing for free! im starting this back up again for relaxation and a way to cope with the changes...therapeutic and affordable so to speak! So Thanks! 😊

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +1

      It’s definitely therapeutic, that’s how I got into crocheting too and it really helped me so much. 🤗🤗

  • @cathycollazo9322
    @cathycollazo9322 2 года назад

    Thank you so much. I think you are a magnificent crochet educator. 😍🥰🌺🌹💐 I am 62 and I want to make this gorgeous shirt for myself

  • @gaya31089
    @gaya31089 3 года назад +11

    I always struggle to find a good tutorial for bodycon skirt for adult. This is such an easy and wonderful tutorial! Thank you for generously sharing your knowledge with us! 💚

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      I’m glad you like it, thank you 😊

  • @morohphyonner9107
    @morohphyonner9107 4 года назад +10

    This was actually posted on my birthday 😂, it's a sign I need to make this for myself

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +2

      Awww, you should go for it! 🤗🤗

  • @bingbongnoise9967
    @bingbongnoise9967 3 года назад +11

    Hello! I am so so excited to try this out. I've never crocheted clothing before because the difficulty always intimidated me... But I love the way you explain and demonstrate things, it's extremely clear and detailed!

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад +1

      I’m so happy to hear this, give it a try! 🤗

  • @louiselitherland5165
    @louiselitherland5165 Год назад

    Aw Agnes I got to 27 rows and didn't see your message thought I'd done something wrong and ripped it out never mind I will attempt it again thank you for replying and I love your work brilliant tutorials and brilliant teacher xx

  • @lacie346
    @lacie346 3 года назад +17

    I just found you tonight. Just wanted to say thank you for releasing this video and sharing it with us. I love how you do the seams. Mine always seemed to go crooked. This will help a bunch. So Thanks again it is greatly appreciated! You have a new follower in me. I can't wait to get started on making one of these skirts.

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      I’m glad you found me 😊, happy to hear it’s helpful. Thank you and you are most welcome 🤗

  • @allman215
    @allman215 2 года назад

    I have learned so much watching your video. Thanks for posting. Your work is phenominal! I wish all videos were as clear and easy to follow as yours!

  • @ClubCrafteria
    @ClubCrafteria 4 года назад +14

    Love the ruffle pattern skirt. It was easy to follow the steps of doing them. Clearly explained about each step. Lovely share

  • @Jennys-life-2024
    @Jennys-life-2024 3 года назад +1

    I know this is tiring to watch but I promise you if you settle down and watch all the video you are going to learn alot last I crocheted was when I was in high school but am going to try it again thanks for the details 🙌🙌🥰

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      I’m glad you found it informative, thank you 😊

    • @alosylempirecrotchet5185
      @alosylempirecrotchet5185 3 года назад

      Pls dear, I want to learn but where can I buy yarn, am in Enugu Nigeria

  • @shop.ebla.
    @shop.ebla. 3 года назад +8

    Most beautiful crochet ruffles I’ve ever seen❤️

  • @esthersamuel9550
    @esthersamuel9550 2 года назад +2

    Thank you for the tutorial. I made this in colour white, came out really nice.

  • @ivonnecespedes5783
    @ivonnecespedes5783 4 года назад +4

    Woooo, soooo beautiful, í esa waiting this for many time... thank you por the tutorial. God bless you

  • @омарге
    @омарге Год назад +1

    I don't know if you'll notice this comment or not, but thank you so much for this tutorial. It's super clear and easy, despite the fact that I'm russian and was watching it without subtitles or something 🤧🤧

  • @Munalaphoebe
    @Munalaphoebe 3 года назад +3

    hello , am making my skirt using this pattern am waist 28 and hips 39, the problem is, am almost half way the skirt but trying to fit it wololo it doesnt go through my shoulders..i started with the waist measurement like you started

  • @yungin8754
    @yungin8754 10 месяцев назад

    This was easy to follow and now I have a cute skirt. Thank you so much. 🫶🏾

  • @aprilsoamazin7959
    @aprilsoamazin7959 4 года назад +26

    I am definitely a beginner!... it took me watching 28 minutes to realize you were saying "yarn over" but I'm also from the south where we say "yaaaaarrnnn" so I feel like a idiot once I realized u were just saying just that...i was like duh! 🤦🏾‍♀️ 🤣🤣🤣

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +2

      😁 Sorry for my weird accent 😂., glad you finally got it😊

  • @debhora68
    @debhora68 3 года назад +2

    I really love your work. you are a really good teacher as well

  • @lihi7074
    @lihi7074 4 года назад +17

    This is beautiful! Thank you! I’m grabbing my yarn right now!

  • @kaluleclare344
    @kaluleclare344 2 года назад +1

    Waaaawuuuuu 👍👍 i have followed your vedio quite well and i v made one for my niece in fanta orange with dark purple ruffles. It looks gorgeous. I am going to match it with a crop top of purple strings.

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  2 года назад

      I’m glad you loved the outcome!

  • @shannongreen1325
    @shannongreen1325 4 года назад +3

    Absolutely what i have been looking for to do my next project.Thank you so much.

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +1

      I’m glad you found it, you’re welcome 😊

    • @agneskubwimana1901
      @agneskubwimana1901 3 года назад

      My name is Agnes too I want to try this 😍😍

    • @folarinoluwatoyin7696
      @folarinoluwatoyin7696 2 года назад

      @@accrochetsthis help a lot ma
      I want to try this out nd I want to know what number my knitting pin will be

    • @ceceliasiryon514
      @ceceliasiryon514 2 года назад

      Sure

  • @GoodGollyMissMolly794
    @GoodGollyMissMolly794 4 года назад +2

    I am on row 4/5, the pattern is quite easy to follow.♥️👌🏾

  • @lennoxcrochet9718
    @lennoxcrochet9718 4 года назад +6

    U are so talented it’s so beautiful 💕

  • @nateishahenry7353
    @nateishahenry7353 3 года назад

    I absolutely love every minute of your tutorials 💖💖💖💖💖🇯🇲🇯🇲

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      I’m happy to hear that, thank you 😊

  • @ShAk3nBaK317
    @ShAk3nBaK317 4 года назад +4

    Very well done! I would love a written pattern to complement the video and be able to support you too! Thank you for thinking about those of us who won’t always be able to afford a pattern :)

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much, once I’m confident enough, I will write one. Still learning 😊. I appreciate your willingness to support

  • @IFUNANYAJOYCE
    @IFUNANYAJOYCE 2 месяца назад

    I am twelve and this has been really heloful so I subscribed to this channel😊😊

  • @lorenazazueta7590
    @lorenazazueta7590 4 года назад +4

    Been waiting for this 🤩 Keep up such amazing work~ Thank you for sharing with us this beautiful pattern ❤️

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад

      Thank you so much, I’m glad you like it

  • @danne3160
    @danne3160 2 года назад

    This outfit is wonderful and looks prettier on you 💖 thank you very much for sharing how to do 🙏 I'll do.

  • @spekzwilliams4201
    @spekzwilliams4201 4 года назад +3

    This was very informative and easy to follow. Thank you💕

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад

      I’m glad to hear that 💛

  • @carstencaroline3188
    @carstencaroline3188 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for this tutorial. I finally finished it today and I have a nice cute skirt from it. May God bless you abundantly 😘

  • @freespritt
    @freespritt 4 года назад +4

    This is amaizing,, thankyou 😊

  • @immaxkaruku
    @immaxkaruku 3 года назад

    Beginner ni Mimi.Trying out for my 3 yr old grand daughter.Will take a pic and send you.

  • @stefanimesquita4915
    @stefanimesquita4915 4 года назад +5

    Obrigado eu sou do Brasil, o primeiro canal q encontrar q tem legenda em português ♥️♥️✨

  • @Elinepierre_1
    @Elinepierre_1 Год назад

    I just started learning by myself, and I learn pretty fast ❤

  • @BeatricLavela
    @BeatricLavela 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks alot this is my first time watching your video but I must tell you that it's very great and I want to learn more from you 🙏🙏🙏

  • @Motherof4-26
    @Motherof4-26 3 года назад +1

    I appreciate you sharing this pattern. So simple, yet the Amazing result you would never know 🤘✨❤️❤️❤️ Thank you

  • @emilylaggui4480
    @emilylaggui4480 4 года назад

    Wow you are so generous. Don't worry i will not skip any ads on your tutorial❤️❤️ i love your tutorials. God Bless you.

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад

      Awww, thank you. That’s thoughtful of you, I do appreciate 🤗🤗

  • @jahel
    @jahel 3 года назад +1

    im not even that great at crocheting and i know it'll take months for me to master this but i love watching you crochet it's so satisfying

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      With practice you will get there 🤗

  • @Csncelthis1223
    @Csncelthis1223 4 года назад +1

    I'm going to watch All your playlists today. I can't wait to finish the top you designed thst I'm making, I am doing pattern testing for someone right now and your videos are perfect to watch!! I just want to make everything!!

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад

      Aww... I appreciate it! I’m happy to hear you love the designs, thank you 😊

  • @elenipatila
    @elenipatila 10 месяцев назад

    Πόσο όμορφο θεέ μού... Συγχαρητήρια!!! 💐😍♥️👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @diannegeorge4895
    @diannegeorge4895 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the free tutorial, so easy to follow

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  10 месяцев назад

      You're very welcome!

  • @raquelmebane3132
    @raquelmebane3132 2 года назад +2

    I can't wait to make this, it is soooooooo freaking cute. Do you have a video for the top that's with the yellow skirt?

  • @shereenlanga3437
    @shereenlanga3437 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for your teaching and kindness❤

  • @RanaesCrochet
    @RanaesCrochet 3 года назад

    My first time watching, definitely not the last!! You are very talented and we are so lucky. You have a good heart and made the video! 😊Thank you

  • @aloyojemimah9604
    @aloyojemimah9604 2 года назад

    You are a very good teacher👍thank you

  • @ddkeiofovibe294
    @ddkeiofovibe294 4 года назад

    GODDDDDDDDDD I wish I could upload a picture on RUclips of how mine looks. Thanks a million for this tutorial!!!!!🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺
    My skirt is absolutely FABULOUS!!!!❤️❤️❤️

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад

      I’m so glad to hear it turned out great! Tag me on Instagram, would love to see it 😊 instagram.com/accrochets?r=nametag

    • @ddkeiofovibe294
      @ddkeiofovibe294 4 года назад

      AC Crochets YESSSS!!!! I tagged you in my recent post with the skirt!🤗

  • @lattialindsley7497
    @lattialindsley7497 2 года назад

    Beautiful skirt. I love the way you explain the pattern. I will be making this skirt for a trip to Cancun in November. Thank you ❤️

  • @RosaGonzalez-vl9xe
    @RosaGonzalez-vl9xe 3 года назад

    Thank you for your kindness and sharing this skirt partter with all of us. It's a really lovely pattern and I'm going to make one for my niece. Have a nice day

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      I’m glad you like it, you’re most welcome

    • @RosaGonzalez-vl9xe
      @RosaGonzalez-vl9xe 3 года назад

      @@accrochets Just finished making this skirt for my niece and it turned out beautiful. Thank you again for sharing your pattern.

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      @@RosaGonzalez-vl9xe I’m glad it turned out beautiful, you’re most welcome 🤗

  • @melissawright1979
    @melissawright1979 2 года назад

    I like your patterns/designs. They are so easy to alter so you can achieve your desired size and style

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  2 года назад

      that's my aim 😊. I'm happy you like it

  • @shollarose7158
    @shollarose7158 3 года назад

    Beautiful pattern and easy to follow. You are a good teacher. Thank you for sharing. I will give it a go.

  • @wexiecynth
    @wexiecynth Год назад

    hi am i really love crocheting but not well certain with it but well thank you because now i have gained some good knowledge about how to do the thing

  • @MariamaSuwareh-b4i
    @MariamaSuwareh-b4i Месяц назад +1

    Beautiful top ❤🎉🎉

  • @fardshahscarborough8937
    @fardshahscarborough8937 3 года назад

    Hiiiiii!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just wanted to say that this particular tutorial is very helpful in terms of instructions...your work is always flattering 😁 peace and blessings... im a fan!!!!

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      Heeeyy, thank you so much. I happy to hear that. Be Blessed 🤗

  • @kimblingstinga4835
    @kimblingstinga4835 3 года назад +2

    About to start my journey👍let u kno when I'm finish👊

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      sure, will be glad to see the final product

    • @kimblingstinga4835
      @kimblingstinga4835 3 года назад

      @@accrochets I will show u..😎👍

  • @esthernjoroge3605
    @esthernjoroge3605 3 года назад

    Thankyou so much for sharing the pattern, I found you on Pinterest and I was so happy to see that you have a RUclips channel. I’m so excited to make this pattern. May God bless you 😘

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      I’m glad, thank you 😊

  • @weneneshivan1746
    @weneneshivan1746 23 дня назад

    This is so beautiful thank you for tge tutorial surly doing this next

  • @Eugenia...
    @Eugenia... Месяц назад

    Thanks for this tutorial, love the result

  • @roslysource627
    @roslysource627 3 года назад

    You slowly detailed it. You are doing good. Thanks

  • @dorcas6709
    @dorcas6709 Год назад

    Woow thanks a lot just following your steps and its coming out niceeeeeee

  • @Proudly_south_African_
    @Proudly_south_African_ 2 месяца назад

    This is the. Best tutorial thank you

  • @anujaadhalge
    @anujaadhalge 3 года назад

    This is by far the best crochet project I have ever seen! I am starting to make this today! I will definitely share with you the end result! Lots of Love to you for giving this pattern for free ❤️

  • @sharonkageha8481
    @sharonkageha8481 4 года назад

    You are so sweet and talented.
    My God bless you for generous heart for sharing the pattern. Shorting the video twice just to share this. Thank you so much 💓

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад

      Thank you Sharon, be blessed ❤️

  • @Esther-tk6eh
    @Esther-tk6eh 3 года назад

    Thanks for this tutorial 😍😍😍 you did it twice, awwww🤗

  • @wamashudu4286
    @wamashudu4286 2 года назад

    I have been loving this so far 🥺

  • @evelynkagendo8796
    @evelynkagendo8796 2 года назад +2

    So beautiful, lovely. I wanna try that pattern😍

  • @christinemokua
    @christinemokua 4 года назад +2

    Wow I definitely love the way you explained the whole pattern ♥️♥️ yearning for more videos

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +1

      I’m happy to hear that, thank you

  • @angelapersaud3845
    @angelapersaud3845 3 года назад

    I just found you ,your video are fabulous for a beginner like me ,thanks I will try this.

  • @ukamakaokeke5695
    @ukamakaokeke5695 3 года назад

    Wow I love you
    Thank you for this I’m a fan now 💃💃💃

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 года назад

      I'm glad you liked it 🤗

  • @nakibuukajustine9193
    @nakibuukajustine9193 3 года назад

    Love the way u take tym and reply us,
    Thx for your videos dia

  • @WHATsYOUR914
    @WHATsYOUR914 8 месяцев назад

    All good until I reached Row 35; the steps were confusing so I just made my own adjustments to fit the Look. Thank you for this 😊 36:30

  • @lanaconin5704
    @lanaconin5704 6 месяцев назад

    Just made this, thank you for an easy tutorial

  • @rozneeguloonx5328
    @rozneeguloonx5328 4 года назад +2

    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us🥰🥰🥰 i really appreciate your help 😊 🙏
    Love from Nepal🇳🇵

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +1

      You’re most welcome and thank you for your support 😊

  • @yahynessw1056
    @yahynessw1056 2 года назад

    Gratitude for sharing with us!!! 👑💜✊🏾

  • @bree.2wice
    @bree.2wice 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for this amazing tutorial❤. Do you recommend doing the same number of increases for hips that are 49.5 inches or should I do three?

  • @mariangcane4919
    @mariangcane4919 2 года назад

    Thanks for the tutorial of the skirt is there one for the top?

  • @bisolagirl1677
    @bisolagirl1677 4 года назад +1

    And the wait is over, thanks for sharing 💃 💃

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for your support Bisola 🤗

    • @bisolagirl1677
      @bisolagirl1677 4 года назад

      @@accrochets u are welcome ma

  • @saraprincess6758
    @saraprincess6758 2 года назад

    I am using this pattern to help make a Cinderella costume for Halloween this year! Thank you for this pattern!

  • @angelbatuwadde245
    @angelbatuwadde245 4 года назад +1

    Am glad I came across your channel

  • @juniorchavesopicassodeyahu988
    @juniorchavesopicassodeyahu988 2 года назад +1

    Hey boo. Love your content. Thanks for sharing

  • @shakirajoas3423
    @shakirajoas3423 3 месяца назад +1

    Hi I need help. So I've been doing this @11:00 step of placing the half double crochet in the space below the chain 2. And my skirt is becoming very sharp at that point. I notice that that sharpness is there slightly in the tutorial...but mine is noticeably sharp and I'm not sure it'll "go away" by the time I'm done with the skirt...have I done something wrong?

    • @accrochets
      @accrochets  3 месяца назад

      I can’t know unless I see it, can you send me a pic maybe on my email, agnes@accrochets.com

  • @TebogoMakoro-o2f
    @TebogoMakoro-o2f 10 месяцев назад

    Hi thank you ❤ for the knowledge, you explain very well

  • @AlexisAlexis-p3o
    @AlexisAlexis-p3o 8 месяцев назад

    Wowwww 🤩 would be nice for my grand baby…

  • @oluchijonah1952
    @oluchijonah1952 4 года назад +1

    Wow wow wow 🤩 is all I can say

  • @violamckar8585
    @violamckar8585 3 года назад

    New subscriber, after watching your dress pattern , I'm hooked as a beginner..keep up the good work ❤️🙏

  • @dimgbachigozie7472
    @dimgbachigozie7472 Год назад

    I love this tutorial. it's so useful. I really learnt so much. can you wear the skirt to go out

  • @cycylaidetv6157
    @cycylaidetv6157 2 года назад

    Your explanation is well detailed mama ❤️

  • @awinoproscovia1069
    @awinoproscovia1069 3 года назад

    Thanks for your lesson I have learn more may God bless you

  • @zanyzee2419
    @zanyzee2419 2 года назад

    Thank you. My band is not straight. It’s kinda curvy. Dunno what am doing wrong