Download Article Show Download Article Ever seen a really gorgeous dress on the runway or in those awesome fashion magazines you couldn't afford? Or maybe you just dream of a beautiful dress and could never find it? Here are some basic tips on how to make your own dress, as well as links to specific articles with more detailed instructions on various tips and techniques for dressmaking.
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About This ArticleArticle SummaryX To make a dress, carefully cut the fabric from a pattern, following traced lines, with an extra ½ inch of fabric around the edges for seam allowances. Follow the sewing directions on the pattern using a zig-zag stitch to secure the front and back of the dress together. For a simple neckline and hem, fold ¼ inch of fabric down and use a straight stitch to hold the fabric in place around the neck and bottom of the dress. For more tips, including how to take measurements and select a fabric, read on! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 1,518,164 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?How can I design my own dress?How to make a unique dress yourself. Choose a good pattern for the dress. Making a dress starts with using a good pattern. ... . Take your measurements. ... . Select the appropriate fabric type for your dress. ... . Wash the fabric. ... . Cut the fabric to size. ... . Start sewing. ... . Show it off!. Can a beginner make a dress?Sewing a dress might seem like a big task, but even those just starting their sewing journey can accomplish it! Dresses are actually great beginner projects, as long as you choose a simple style and an easy-to-use fabric.
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