How to Sew a Midi Dress with Pockets and Corset Back: A New Video Tutorial

 

Hi everyone,

I’m super excited to share with you my latest video tutorial on how to sew a midi dress with side pockets and corset back. This is a fun and easy DIY project that you can do at home with some basic sewing skills and tools.

This dress is perfect for any occasion, and you can customize it with your favorite fabric, pattern, and accessories. In this video, you’ll learn how to:

Create your own pattern from scratch or adjust the existing one
Cut and sew the fabric pieces together
Add side pockets and a corset back to your dress

Plus, I have a special bonus for you: a free PDF printable pattern that you can download and print at home. This pattern is designed to fit most body types and sizes, and it’s super easy to use.

So if you want to learn how to make this chic and comfy dress, click here to watch the video now. And don’t forget to leave me a comment below and tell me what you think of this dress or what other projects you’d like me to make.

I hope you enjoy this video tutorial and find it helpful. Happy sewing! 😊

 

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How to mend (and upcycle) your damaged blouse

 
It probably happens to all of us, the iron set at too high a temperature and before you know it the fabric is burnt. Oops... Unfortunately, this also happened to me recently. Such a shame, because scorch marks are often very visible and usually unrepairable. Nonetheless, I wasn't going to give up on my blouse so quickly, but how to fix this?

After much thought, I decided the only way was to cover it up with patches or fabric. Luckily, I ran into some elastic lace on the market, pretty much in the same colour. Inspired by those beautiful vintage blouses with ruffles and gathered lace cuffs, I draped the lace along the armholes in little pleats. That would cover up the mark.

Of course, I had to be precise and spread the pleats equally. To make it more intentional I also added lace to the cuffs. That would hopefully enhance the 'vintage lace ruffle blouse' idea I was going for.

I also added lace to the cuffs!

Have you ever made burn or scorch marks on your clothes? And how did you fix it? Please share your solution in the comments so we can all learn from it. Because sooner or later, we all have to deal with it:). 

You are very welcome to check out vermaakster.blogspot.com for more details and a step by step explanation in Dutch and English. Until next time!

Learn How to Make a Cute and Easy Halter Top from Any Fabric

Hello, fellow sewists!

I’m excited to share with you my latest video on how to sew a halter top with drop neckline from any fabric. This is a fun and easy project that you can do without using any ready pattern. You just need some fabric, scissors, pins, and a sewing machine. I’ll show you how to measure yourself, how to draw the lines on the fabric, how to cut and sew the pieces together, and how to add the tie straps at the back. You can adjust the neckline depth with the tie straps according to your preference.

The best part is that I made this halter top from fabric leftovers that I had in my stash. You know how much I love using up scraps and making something new out of them. This project is perfect for that. You can use any type of fabric, either stretch or non stretch, as long as you make some minor adjustments to the pattern.

My inspiration for this project was the Euphoria serial, which has some amazing outfits and styles. I love how my halter top turned out and I hope you will too.

You can watch the video here

If you enjoy this video, please give it a thumbs up and leave me a comment. I’d love to hear your feedback and see your creations.

Thank you for your support and happy sewing! 😊

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Tablecloth to Cottage Core Top Upcycle

 Hello Refashion Co-op. I used an old table cloth to make a top. You might be asking yourself why did I do that? I have had this table cloth for so long (20 years!) that one end got torn and I needed to fix it or I needed to do something like this. 

Tablecloth to new top.

I used the McCall's 5352 Pattern and cropped the length to get the top shape I wanted. I cut the pieces so that the ruffle would be at the hemline.

I also attached the ruffle to the sleeves. 

It turned out great and I love this tablecloth as a top. Thanks for reading along, for more pictures and details go to I Can Work With That.

How to Sew a Midi Dress with Balloon Sleeves and Cuffs from Bed Sheet!| Beginner Friendly | Free Pattern

 

 Hi. In this video, I’m going to show you how I made this beautiful dress from a cotton bed sheet in a lovely blue color. You won’t believe how easy and fun it is to transform a plain sheet into a stylish dress that you can wear for any occasion. All you need is some basic sewing skills, a sewing machine, some thread, and some scissors. And of course, you also need a bed sheet that you don’t mind cutting up. You can use any color or pattern that you like, but I chose this blue one because it matches my eyes. 😉

In this video, I will show you how to measure yourself, how to cut the sheet into the right shape and size, how to sew the seams and hem, and how to add some details like pockets. You can customize your dress however you want, and make it fit your style and personality. The best part is, you can make this dress in less than an hour, and it will only cost you a few dollars. How awesome is that?

So if you’re ready to learn how to make this amazing dress from a bed sheet, click on the link below and watch the video. And don’t forget to subscribe to my channel and leave me a comment. I would love to hear from you and see your photos of your finished dress. You can also check out some of the other refashioning tutorials that I have on my channel, where I show you how to make skirts, tops, jackets, and more from old clothes or thrift store finds.

I hope you enjoy this video and have fun refashioning your bed sheet into a dress. Happy sewing!

[step by step video tutorial with free pattern]

 

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How to Sew a Balloon Sleeve Ruched Bust Top with Free PDF Pattern (Video Tutorial)

Do you want to learn how to sew a trendy and versatile top that you can wear on or off the shoulder? In this video, I’ll show you how to do it step by step, and I’ll also give you a free PDF pattern in various sizes for the top and the balloon sleeve. This is a beginner-friendly project that only requires some basic sewing skills and tools. Plus, I’ve made a video tutorial for you to follow along. So, grab your sewing supplies and join me!

 [Watch Step-by-Step Video Tutorial on How to Sew Balloon Sleeve Ruched Bust Top]

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How to Refashion a Thrifted Fabric into a Basic Dress (Free PDF Pattern)

 

 Do you love browsing thrift stores for hidden gems? Do you have a stash of fabrics that you don’t know what to do with? If so, this tutorial is for you. I will show you how to refashion a thrifted fabric into a stunning basic dress with butterfly sleeves. This dress is beginner-friendly, versatile, and flattering for any body type. Plus, you can download the free PDF pattern in five sizes from my website.

Get the Free PDF Pattern

To get started, you will need to download the free PDF pattern . The pattern comes in five sizes, from S to 2XL, and includes a measurement chart and a cutting layout. You will need to print the pattern and tape the pages together, following the instructions on the first page.

[Watch the step by step tutorial and get free PDF pattern]

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and learned something new. If you make this dress, I would love to see your creations. Share them with me on Instagram @sparrowrefashion or use the hashtag #sparrowrefashion

 Happy sewing!

 

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