This is a very easy to sew drop shouldered top with shoulder slits which give a peak of the shoulders and small slits at the side seams at the bottom edge. Take two pieces of fabric of dimensions – length of the top you want and width is 5 inches more than the half of hip … Read more
Umbrella Dress – A flared dress with the skirt portion resembling an umbrella. If you do not get it, just try twirling in it, and you will see the umbrella. Well, almost. Suffice it to say that the flare is quite full and attractive. You need a 60 inch wide cloth to make it ( or … Read more
The secret is out – I copy my clothes. I dissect the garments I already have and make modifications and sew it as new. Let us see how you can make a pattern from an old garment. Yes, It is very convenient to make a dress from a ready-made sewing pattern – all the hard … Read more
What is a Shift Dress? And How to make one? A shift Dress is the most simplest of all dresses – the kind which falls from the shoulders in a casual fit – not too loose or not too tight, with simple clean lines. Sewing one is as simple as the dress is. Just follow the … Read more
This is a pattern for a floor length panel dress with a bodice with a false placket.The panels give a good flare to the dress without adding bulk to the waist This pattern has raised waistline. Check out the post on different types of waistlines for more on this Cut out the pattern pieces. 2 … Read more
Those living in a hot area needs no introduction to a cami dress ; It is essentially a summer dress. Those living in a more cold area can also do with the cami slip dress. They can simply slip one over a sweater and tights for a layered outfit that will bring style and warmth. So … Read more