Learn to sew a dress

Did you try a sewing machine before, but never made a garment for yourself yet? Or have you already worked on a few projects at home, but you want to learn professiona clothes making techniques? Then this class is for you.

Understand the construction of a dress and the sewing techniques needed to complete a design for your sewing level, using a pre-made pattern in your size – that you get to keep after the class and remake again and again! You can choose between some proposed styles.

Sustainable fabrics, tools, domestic sewing machines and sewing instructions for home will be provided.

BONUS: you will get access to an online group where you can always ask questions and get help in your sewing process later at home.

You will get to choose between 3-4 simple dress designs, as shown here on our website: https://wiederundwider.com/dress-sewing-class/

• how to understand and work with commercial patterns;
• how to plan and cut for maximum fabric use;
• how to make simple pattern alterations;
• how to attach sleeves to a piece or make a finishing for a sleeveless design;
• how to finish the neckline on a dress, depending on shape;
• how to easily finish clothes’ bottom (also known as hem);
• troubleshooting & different tips and tricks for easy handling of the sewing machine;
• many other things you will understand in the process.

• a dress or top adapted to your style, created with your chosen fabric (provided by us or feel free to bring your own if you prefer);
• a paper pattern customized to your measurements;
• notions about fabric cutting, sewing and manipulation that can be applied to other projects;
• sewing & finishing techniques that you can apply also on other types of garments;
• a picture with you wearing your project (optional).

Check out all out classes here: https://wiederundwider.com/classes/

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