Shift Dress 3 weeks

New Look 6080 - C

A super stylish shift with cute pin tucks down the front and discreet darts to create a flattering shape. 

This will introduce you to how to read a commercial pattern. How to trace your size (which allows you to keep your pattern intact and used again for other sizes). Cutting out of fabric and garment construction. How to use interfacing, how to do pin-tucks and how to set in a sleeve.

Once you have made one you can make more! (and more and more and more...... but perhaps that's just me?!)

When: 3 lessons over 3 weeks Contact me to arrange a suitable time.

What to bring: Pattern New Look 6080 in your size range
Fabric: Cotton, Chambray, Light weight denim ( I can suggest online retailers I have used in the past)

Sizes 6-8 if fabric is 115 cm wide 160 cm.
Size 10 if fabric is 115 cm wide 180 cm.
Size 12-14 if fabric is 115 cm wide 210 cm.
Size 16 if fabric is 115 cm wide 220 cm.
Size 6-15 if fabric is 150cm wide 140 cm.

Please check the back of the pattern envelope as these are only general guidelines.

Thread to match fabric.

Extra fabric may be needed to match design or for shrinkage. I also recommend pre-washing the fabric.

Body measurements required: Waist, hips, nape to back, waist to knee, upper arm. For help with measurements click here.

P.S This pattern also gives your the pattern pieces to make a jacket in 2 styles, the dress as a tunic, a pair of trousers and a clutch bag! So much sewing fun!

Each session is 1 1/2 hour