This is both the most exciting and most scary time in any project. You're excited to see your creation come alive but terrified to cut out y

This dress is an incredibly easy make. By now you may have realized that I'm all about the simple projects. I'm far from being a master seamstress, I just work with what I know and try to learn as I go. I've never actually owned a maxi dress before, but now I might be hooked. They're so comfy and they have the added benefit of hiding my neglected, less-than-hairless legs. Want to make one too?? Materials: 1 4/5 yd Extra Stretchy Jersey Knit (60"wide) (You want a lightweight knit. If the knit is too heavy the dress will look frumpy.) 1/3 yd Trim Fabric Dye I know that there are many of you out there who have a fear of sewing with knit. Don't be afraid! Knit happens to be one of my favorite materials. It's extremely comfortable, breezy, and light. It's also a very forgiving fabric, especially in a project like this where there is a lot of gather. A couple of things to keep in mind when sewing with knit... Let the material go at it's own pace when feeding through the machine Use a zig zag stitch or a stretch stitch. This allows the seam to stretch unlike a straight stitch. A walking foot and a ball point needle help avoid puckering. However I didn't use either of these. I just worked with what I had. Knit doesn't fray! Another reason knit is awesome in my book. Leave your edges raw if you like. Tutorial: Fold your panel of fabric in half along the 60" side. Because it was so huge, it was difficult to get a decent pic of this step...so I drew up this nice little chart instead. Sew everywhere you see the white dashed line. After your 3 seams, turn your fabric inside out. At this point, you basically have a giant pillowcase. At the closed, short end of the dress (what will be the top of the dress), determine the middle point. Cut Straight down 6 inches. This gave me a nice, modest neckline. Go shorter or deeper if you like. Cut out an 8" strip at both ends for the sleeves. Now you'll have something like this: reminds me of Cindy Lou Who Plenty of length at the bottom even for my tall, 5' 9" self. Don't cut just yet! I made this mistake and had to sew a trim at the bottom to add length after I washed and dried it. Now if you like the white, keep it as is and skip the next step. Dye: So I searched long and hard for coral fabric dye to no avail. Finally I came across RIT's color formula guide and realized duh, mix the colors to create your own perfect hue! I guess that's kind of obvious. A little experimentation and I found the combination to achieve the perfect coral. You'll need: The pictures of the dress make it look a little darker than it really is. It's slightly lighter in person. Alter the recipe as you see fit. Less water will give you a darker hue and more water will give you a lighter hue. 1 whole package of tangerine RIT dye + 3 tsp. fuchsia RIT dye + 4 gallons hot water You'll need a big pail, bin, etc. Dissolve the dye in a glass of hot water Pour the concentrated dye solution into the pail with the other 4 gallons of hot water Mix well and start dyeing your dress. Keep the fabric moving constantly to avoid uneven dyeing. It only took a couple of minutes to get the color I wanted. Remember that the color you end up with will be 2-3 shades lighter than what comes out of the dye bath. Rinse well in the sink. Machine wash and dry. As I mentioned, I made the mistake of cutting length off the bottom too soon and had to add a trim. It ended up adding interest to the dress and I'm happy with how it turned out. If you want to add a trim too: Cut 8" strips of your trim fabric Sew together strips until you have a 65" long by 8" wide panel of fabric Iron in half Pin to the bottom of the dress, right sides together. Stitch all the way around and done. Have fun in your new, whirly, twirly, boho-chic dress! ...

Hello sew-friends! It’s the start of a new year, which as usual has us thinking about starting new projects, learning new skills and maybe even venturing into new hobbies. So, for those of you who are just starting your sewing journeys, I thought it would be helpful to roundup some of my most helpfu

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Here's the thing. Most of us at some point have probably worn our hubby's, boyfriend's, best guy friend's or even brother's clothing. Let's face it, men's clothing just tends to be SO much more comfy. But did you know there's a way to wear the guy's clothing and look like a fashionista while you're at it? It's true, an

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You can learn how to hem pants or how to take in a top with this article, How to Do Alterations. Our in-house expert Chris Hammond, along with Mary Beth Temple, sewist extraordinaire, helped put together these step-by-step instructions. These sewing tutorials will teach you how to sew for your everyday life. Buying clothing can be frustrating because your figure is probably not the same size as what retailers sell on the racks. Custom clothing is expensive, but you can customize clothes from the store with hemming, shortening sleeves, and taking in tops. Another day-to-day clothing alteration is changing the buttons on a shirt to make it look new. These are all easy sewing projects for beginners that don't require advanced knowledge of sewing techniques. For an extensive list of alteration tutorials, frequently asked questions, and more, be sure to take a look at this comprehensive resource: 130+ Sewing Questions Answered: Ultimate FAQs Guide. Sign Up For More Free Patterns

Slip dresses are a stunning essential and so easy to dress up or down. Making them for yourself allows for many different ways to finish it and work in with your own style and body - fabrics, lengths, split features, necklines, wrap sections, straps - the list goes on. Once you nail one you can use

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Sewing a Backless Halter Top: An Easy and Eco-Friendly DIY Project Summer is around the corner, and what better way to prepare for the warm weather than by sewing your own backless halter top? This DIY project is perfect for beginners, as it's easy to make and requires only a few fabric scraps. In this tutorial, you will learn how to sew a stylish and comfortable backless halter top using your own measurements and a free printable PDF pattern. The pattern is designed to be adjustable, so you can customize it to your exact size. The best part of this project is that it's not only fun and easy, but it's also eco-friendly. You can use fabric scraps or old clothes that you no longer wear, and turn them into a beautiful and functional piece of clothing. To get started, you will need the following supplies: Fabric scraps or old clothes Ruler Scissors Sewing machine Pins Free printable PDF pattern (downloadable from the blog post) Step-by-Step Tutorial: Download and print the PDF pattern. Cut out the pattern pieces, and trace them onto your fabric. Cut the fabric pieces according to the pattern. Pin the two main pieces of the top together, right sides facing. Stitch the sides together, using a straight stitch. Attach the necktie pieces to the top by folding the ties in half lengthwise, right sides facing, and then stitching the long edges together. Pin the necktie pieces to the top, making sure that the raw edges are aligned. Stitch the necktie pieces to the top, using a straight stitch. Pin the back pieces of the top together, right sides facing. Stitch the back pieces together, using a straight stitch. Pin the back pieces to the main body of the top, making sure that the raw edges are aligned. Stitch the back pieces to the top, using a straight stitch. Finish the raw edges of the top by using a zigzag stitch, or by using a serger. Your backless halter top is now complete! You can wear it as is, or add embellishments such as buttons, beads, or lace to make it even more unique. In conclusion, this backless halter top is a fun and easy project for beginners. You can use it as a starting point to develop your sewing skills and to create more beautiful pieces of clothing. And by using fabric scraps, you're also making a positive impact on the environment. Don't forget to check out the video on the blog to see the step-by-step process in action, and share your thoughts on this project in the comments section. I'd love to hear from you! 😁👉FREE PRINTABLE PATTERN CLICK1 ! CLICK 2! How to sew Halter top plus free sewing pattern CLICK! Check out my website, where you can find a variety of free PDF patterns for sewing and hacking. Whether you are looking for a new dress, a cozy sweater, or a stylish accessory, you will find something that suits your taste and skill level. You can also learn how to sew with these patterns or how to hack them to create your own unique designs. All you need to do is click the link and download your favourite patterns. Then, follow the step-by-step tutorial and enjoy the process of creating something beautiful. I hope you have fun and feel free to share your creations with me! free halter top pattern V neck halter top pattern Free 70s Halter top pattern free Here you can see whole long tutorial how to use my pdf pattern to sew this lovely halter top