Want to start dressmaking but don’t know where to begin? The Ultimate Shift Dress would make an ideal first project!
The pattern is designed with beginners in mind, and will guide you through the basics of dressmaking. Learn how to create bust darts and attach all-in-one facings like a pro. With no tricky zips or buttonholes to master, simply pop the dress on over your head and fasten with a hook and eye. It even comes with a free maternity sewing pattern hack.
But don’t forget, with loads of options for customisation, including adding sleeves, sleeve frills and turning the dress into a top, there is plenty of scope for a more advanced dressmaker to play around and have fun!
Fabric:
The Ultimate Shift Dress is an extremely versatile pattern when it comes to fabric. Most light or medium weight woven fabrics, such as cotton, linen, rayon, viscose, wool, crepe or even silk (if you’re feeling adventurous!) will work. Just remember that slippery fabrics are harder to sew!
Size range:
Includes sizes 18-30 (bust sizes 45" - 57").
The Ultimate Shift Dress is also available in sizes 8 - 20.
Sewing level:
The Ultimate Shift Dress is a Confident Beginner sewing pattern.
Sewalong:
Need a helping hand with your Ultimate Shift Dress, or fancy having a go at a pattern hack? Head over to the Ultimate Shift Dress Sewalong!
