Get Started In Dressmaking

Get Started in Dressmaking Bundle: Hone your sewing skills with everything you need for the basics of dressmaking included in one handy kit.

Dressmaking Pins: Pins are an essential for holding your fabrics in place as you stitch your designs. They’re easy to apply and remove as you work.

Fabric Scissors: The right pair of fabric scissors enables you to cut cleanly and easily through your materials as you cut around pattern pieces.

Tape Measure: Every dressmaking collection needs a trusty tape measure! It’ll help you make sure your garments are the precise size you need.

Sewing Patterns: Find the perfect sewing pattern to get started! There are designs for all kinds of garments and accessories to help you start practicing your dressmaking skills.

Fabric: Choosing the right fabrics is key for any dressmaking designs. Cotton fabrics are easy to work with, making them ideal for beginners.

To begin any dressmaking project, you’ll need to learn how to use a sewing pattern to bring your design to life and make sure it fits just right.

Step 1: Measure the body and match with the size guidelines. Mark the correct size line on the pattern with a coloured pen, then cut out following these lines.

Step 2: Begin pinning your pattern pieces to your fabric. The grain line should be parallel with the selvedge edge. Measure to ensure the grain line is straight.

Step 3: Cut out pattern pieces using fabric scissors or a rotary cutter and cutting mat. Snip in your notches. Cut out any pieces you may need in interfacing too.

Step 4: Iron on the interfacing pieces to the matching fabric pieces.

Step 5: Following the instructions, sew your fabric pieces together. Before you complete your pattern, check the measurements again the body again.

Our range of sewing machines allows you to find the perfect match for you! From basic stitches to elaborate, computerised features, there’s one for every skill level.

Choosing a Sewing Machine: If you’re just getting started, it’s easy to find a reliable machine suited to beginners. Explore our website to find the perfect Sewing machine for you!

Sew Simple: With Sew Simple, you can discover online sewing tutorials or head into store for help from our expert colleagues. Discover handy guides to choosing your machine, setting it all up and getting your first projects started. Find Out More

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