Dressmaking: Draft and Sew a Shirred Dress

A course by By Hand London , Sewing Patterns Brand

Sewing Patterns Brand. London, United Kingdom.
Joined May 2021

Create your own made-to-measure garments by learning how to draft and cut patterns before sewing your fabric together on a sewing machine

97% positive reviews (106)
3,501 students
Audio: English
English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Create your own made-to-measure garments by learning how to draft and cut patterns before sewing your fabric together on a sewing machine

According to By Hand London founder Elisalex, learning to sew is a journey that will challenge and push you as you build on your skills and find your style. She believes in the importance of learning to be more self-sufficient when it comes to wearing fashion, a belief which has shaped her career. By Hand London is an independent sewing label that celebrates making, individual style, and creative women.

In this course, Elisalex shows you how to confection a made-to-measure dress from start to finish. Learn how to draft patterns, sew, and care for the garments you make to ensure their longevity. Ready to become the creator of your own style?

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What will you learn in this online course?

21 lessons & 16 downloads

Tools and Materials
3 minutes, 28 seconds
Choosing Your Design
9 minutes, 8 seconds
Choosing Your Fabric
7 minutes, 51 seconds
Seam Finishes
13 minutes, 30 seconds
Shirring Elastic
13 minutes, 52 seconds
Gathering
10 minutes, 14 seconds
  • 97% positive reviews (106)
  • 3,501 students
  • 21 lessons (4h 3m)
  • 16 additional resources (3 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Draft and sew a shirred dress using your own measurements.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

This course is for beginners, for anyone with an interest in making their own custom-made clothing.

Requirements and materials

Basic sewing machine skills are required to take this course.

As for materials, you’ll need a sewing machine, tape measure, pattern paper, rulers, scissors, pins, fabric, and matching thread.


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By Hand London

A course by By Hand London

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Elisalex is the founder of By Hand London sewing patterns, where she encourages and supports people who want to create their own made to measure clothes. Sewing, knitting, crochet, and DIY have always been her sanctuary. Elisalex delved back into the world of making with an old school friend when taking time off work to be a full-time mum. Motivated by the ability to breathe new life into dressmaking through social media, they founded By Hand London in 2012.

Since then, By Hand London’s reputation for original patterns has prevailed, with many more available sizes and patterns to choose from on their online store. The brand has recently collaborated with John Lewis to create printed patterns and Elisalex was awarded Designer of the month in August 2021 by Craft World.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Preparation

    • Tools and Materials
    • Choosing Your Design
    • Choosing Your Fabric
    • Seam Finishes
    • Shirring Elastic
    • Gathering
  • U3

    Making Your Dress

    • Taking Your Measurements
    • Drafting Your Pattern 1
    • Drafting Your Pattern 2
    • Preparing Your Fabric 1
    • Preparing Your Fabric 2
    • Sewing Your Dress 1
    • Sewing Your Dress 2
    • Sewing Your Dress 3
    • Finishing Your Dress 1
    • Finishing Your Dress 2
    • Finishing Your Dress 3
  • U4

    Taking Care of Your Garment

    • The Way You Take Care of Your Clothes Matters
    • Sustainable Sewing
  • FP

    Final project

    • Dressmaking: Draft and Sew a Shirred Dress

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Dressmaking: Draft and Sew a Shirred Dress. Craft, and Fashion course by By Hand London

Dressmaking: Draft and Sew a Shirred Dress

A course by By Hand London
Sewing Patterns Brand. London, United Kingdom.
Joined May 2021
  • 97% positive reviews (106)
  • 3,501 students