Make a ZERO-WASTE babydoll dress (beginner sewing project)

Tired of having scraps left over? Try making your own zero-waste babydoll dress! It's so easy to make and can be customized to your size. Hope you try it out :)

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the fact that this is zero-waste is amazing! and fashionable 😉

[BabyBackRibsPork]

In case anyone is attempting to recreate this dress, April's tip about being aware of the width of your fabric is very important. Both of the fabrics she used here are in the range of 50-60" wide which is why she has so much fabric to work with. If you try this with a 45" wide fabric, you're going to need to buy more. So for example for that width of fabric she used 1 yd each, but in a shorter width she would need approx. 1.5 yd to yield the same amount of fabric. Hope this helps!
(Source: have worked at the big green fabric and craft store I'm pretty sure she bought these from for 5+ years)

[shaydawn]

I generally watch these without any intent to make, but this time, I think I will! Love this :)

[filanaah]

Finally I found a channel that does explain everything perfectly and precisely. I am a beginner, like really beginner, I'm currently learning how to use the sewing machine. But I'm determined to make a dress by myself and I will

[sewaldodiy]

This is super cute, out can be worn as a maternity dress as well.

[ohheyalliev]

I attempted to make this today as my first ever piece of clothing (I've made some bags and small things, but I'm definitely an amateur). I definitely recommend making sure the fabric is wide enough based on your size. It definitely came out like an amateur made it (and a bit undersized due to my fabric size, so it wasn't as wide and flowy), but the steps were super easy to follow along with. Saving this to try again with the new knowledge I've learned! :)

[Skirts]

You really went into depth with this video and I love it!! Thank you April 💕

[kathypalmer]

This is the perfect dress that I've been looking for for my granddaughter. Thank you for the indepth tutorial.

[AmythefirstA]

Very cute, and using the neck cutout for pockets was brilliant!

[willie]

How cute! April: thank you for taking the time to step through the instructions. I know this is a lot more time for you to work on editing, but the details are very helpful especially for us beginners! PS> I see no "hospital vibe" on the blue one. Keep up the good work!

[danniefrenchpea]

I love it! Such a clever use of material for the pockets. Thank you so much for sharing, you have great ideas and talent 😁♥️

[carlidigiovanni]

You can also use the scraps to make bias binding! I never buy it, I try to make my own :)

[DD-hfvh]

Love the blue drafted my own pattern just before I saw your u tube video ... mine had longer sleeves and I put bust darts in for better fit ...I love you tutorials... and this dress is great for adults...not necessarily a dress for pregnant people or children ...

[leti_ci_a]

Three things I love! Cute dresses, zero waste and easy sewing projects!

[lynniev]

Super cute. My girls will love this! My hubby is the tailor in our house so I'll be showing this video to him!!! Thanks, April!

[kaigrey]

I really appreciated this video I used to watch all of your old videos it felt like you changed a lot in your comfort of making clothes I think or maybe you were just dealing with other things but this was a great refresher and you definitely seemed happier than the last couple videos almost felt like you were back to the way you used to be

[evergrey]

Love it! The pattern possibilities are immense~

[wendyschlegel]

Hi April. These babydoll dresses are really cute! .I love the tan, checked fabric. You do such beautiful work.

[gemma]

This is so nice. I love the simplicity, versatility, waste free, easy cutting, etc. thank you for posting.

[lunatemumbode]

Im 14, when i was little i used to hand sew clothes for my dolls, and now i have a machine! Its good to find a nice begginer project that doesnt use a lot of fabric, because my parents dont give me a lot of money and fabric is kinda expensive for my wallet. Thanks a bunch!