Easy Shirred Dress Tutorial (That Won't Slip Off Your Shoulders!)

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro
01:05 Drafting the pattern
03:30 Making the dress
05:14 The shirring phase
06:52 Squarespace
08:33 Making the sleeves
11:17 Attaching the sleeves
12:51 The finished dress

Equipment Used:

Camera: Fujifilm X T4
Sewing machine: Brother FS101 (gifted)
Overlocker/Serger: Singer 14sh644

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[alexandrahullquist]

I made this dress from a cream colored cotton bed sheet and I received many compliments when I wore it to an event yesterday. Thanks so much! One stylish young lady likes it so much that she wants me to teach her how to make one for herself, with an upcycled sheet, like mine.

[laurabarkovitz]

Love how the embroidery of the fabric looks when stirred!

[evelynvipin]

Hi im a 12 y/o girl that recently learned the basics of stitching. I just stiched this and it was absolutely beautiful. I had some problems setting up the elastic thread foe the first time but all ended well. tysm for this amazing tutorial

[cldlight]

I love how the shirring looks on that fabric! The little embroidered flowers bunch up so perfectly. Also love how you set the sleeves in. I haven’t given shirring a go yet- but I’m totally going to give it a try soon.

[emmahingley]

I am so happy to have found this - I’ve made the dress and I’m delighted with it …. I will be making more of your designs the simplicity is a joy ….

[TemplarIRL]

Just found out a few weeks ago that my wife (who has miles more sewing experience than I) has never actually sewn a garment before.
This is exactly her thing right now and you explain things so well, I think it might be a good first for her.
Thanks for sharing!

[cynthiafisher]

Such a cute dress! I used this technique back in the 70s when I was in high school to make some summer tops.

[sharoncrawford]

The dress is beautiful! The fabric you chose with the shirring is lovely. I will definitely be making this dress. Thanks so much for this video. You explained it so perfectly! 👗🧵🪡🥰

[lw]

Yes yes yes! This is what I have been searching for! I need those sleeves to stay up. I wonder if I can take apart my dress and redo the sleeves like this 🥰

[eebeegee]

Wonderful! My sister loves this style so I shall make her one, I like the more secured shoulders too! ❤

[karenstimson]

Great project! I also love the background of Cherry blossoms--looks like you are enjoying Japan!

[haleyfayeprice]

Perfect timing! I just bought fabric for a shirred dress for my mom and was trying to figure out how I was going to make the sleeves stay up. Thank you for showing me!

[carolyngrotaers]

I love the shirring with this pattern. It looks fabulous.
I like the blossoms, too.😍

[margaretroberts]

The dress is simply lovely! I’m going to try sewing one for myself tomorrow! The blossoms and scenery is stunning!!!🌷❤️🇨🇦

[oh]

your channel is so consistent, visually pleasing and calming. you always deliver. thank you for that!

[meiyang]

Thanks for the tutorial. I grew up in Japan and knew exactly where you took the picture. Jealous! ❤

[denisemulraney]

I just love your dress. The fabric is lovely. I hope you are enjoying Japan. 😊

[patriciaconiglio]

Adorable perfect summer dress. Beautiful scenery and background.

[deniseedit.]

Can you do a vlog of fabric and notions shopping in Japan. Thank you

[tracybarnes]

That fabric was made for that dress it came together so perfectly xx