Sew a Dress Class

Who wants a me-made dress for summer?

Make a dress that is perfectly you. Choose from our pattern options that feature both simple design and a good fit. Each dress pattern has options for length making them great layering pieces.

Great for a first time dressmaking project. Learn:

• cutting a sewing pattern
• how to make simple adjustments for length & fit
• sewing in-seam pockets
• making a neat finish

Here are the pattern options in order of difficulty from easy to more complex. Please let us know which dress you would like to sew:

1. Michelle Dress - an easy dress with gathered skirt, length options, also great for layering as a pinafore. Sizes from 2 years old to adult XXL.
2. Farrow Dress - an a-line dress with in-seam pockets and a bit more complexity. Sizes 0-30.

Sewing Level: Beginner to Experienced Beginner - suitable for those with some basic sewing experience who want to try dressmaking or improve their skills. Adults and older youth welcome (please contact us if registering someone under 19 years old).

Includes: 9 hours of instruction and a copy of the pattern. Supplies extra.

Download the Supplies List here.

NOTE: Please ask us for help to choose the right pattern for your style and skill level. Please purchase and pre-wash your fabrics, and pick-up your pattern prior to class. Also, please cut out your paper pattern before class to allow class time to focus on sewing the dress.

Our store stocks a large selection of fabrics for you to purchase from for this class.

Instructor: Mariel is a self-taught sewist, content creator and a slow fashion enthusiast. She finds joy in the mess, sounds, mistakes, and the overall process of making her own clothes. Mariel loves being a part of the sewing community. She is giving back by teaching and encouraging others to take the leap and create wonderful garments with their own two hands.

Want to sew a jersey dress instead? Register for our Sewing With Knits Class.