This Beginner-Friendly Infit Top And Dress Will Evolve Into A Fantastic OUTFIT | Sewing Therapy PDF Pattern

Hello, I’m Sara and welcome back to Sewing Therapy. I’m wearing my newest pattern, the INFIT Dress. I invite you to join me and sew your own!

Here’s the general idea about this pattern. I designed this pattern, hoping you to create a successful infit that evolves into a fantastic outfit.

Each file offers layer options for every size. Choose the file that suits your needs best.

INFIT is designed for beginners, featuring no closures for ease of sewing. Its neckline offers a perfect balance, providing easy wear and bra strap coverage.

I created Sleeve Wings to simplify sewing sleeves and allow for contrasting fabric use, adding a unique touch to your INFIT and distinguishing it from other garments.

INFIT includes patch pockets that are simpler to sew than inseam pockets,

INFIT works well with many fabrics, and I recommend trying different types to discover your favorite looks. However, avoid very stiff fabrics to prevent excess bulk in this oversized design.

I have made several versions and love them all. Here are the fabrics I used for my INFIT Dresses.

I’ll stop talking. I hope you find joy in your sewing therapy from now on!

https://youtu.be/c3uTVNmo9hI

PDF Infit Top and Dress Pattern
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/new/products/pdf-infit-top-dress-pattern-sewing-therapy

My black Infit with patch pockets: SS Linen in Black 
My black Infit with inseam pockets: Real Linen in Black
My grey Infit: Terrazzo Linen Jacquard in Iron
My purple Infit: Real Linen in Eggplant

All Sewing Therapy Patterns
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-therapy-pdf-patterns

FAQ Material List

Fabrics from www.twooninefabric.ca

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here.
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-label

My recommendations on Amazon Canada
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

My recommendations on Amazon USA
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

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Disclosure*
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you.


Let’s get connected!
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Blog – https://sewingtherapy.net/

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Two O Nine Fabric Studio
Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

Infit is customizable, so experiment with the bodice and sleeve width and length to suit your style, as each adjustment can alter its vibe. Since oversized garments fit differently on various body shapes, understanding how Infit looks on you is crucial.

I hope you enjoy sewing Infit! Visit my Instagram for lots of inspirational reels on sewing and styling Infit.

How To Sew Bias Binding On Hanbok Vest | Sewing Therapy FREE PDF Pattern

I’m here to guide you through a tutorial on sewing a tidy bias binding, specifically on a Hanbok Vest. Mastering bias binding is a crucial skill in your sewing journey, as it often adds the final touch to a project, significantly influencing the overall quality of the end result. I believe that a significant portion of my audience consists of beginner sewists, so I broke it down for you in more detail. I hope that with this video and a few Hanbok Vest projects under your belt, you’ll become proficient in mastering bias binding on your sewing journey! 🙂

https://youtu.be/Kvtt6xD3VqA

Free PDF Hanbok Vest Baeja Pattern
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-therapy-pdf-patterns/products/free-pdf-hanbok-vest-baeja-sewing-therapy

How to Sew a Single-Layer Reversible Hanbok Vest
https://youtu.be/KG2cMD1ujiA?si=B0xGjNzq_4rytwAn

Full Length Vest Sewalong Video from CBC Life
https://youtu.be/58dDe4KldXQ?si=WjRI_pA6SxC38J7s

All Sewing Therapy Patterns
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-therapy-pdf-patterns

PDF HANBOK WRAP SKIRT
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/new/products/pdf-hanbok-skirt-sewing-therapy

PDF HANBOK WRAP DRESS PATTERN
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/new/products/pdf-hanbok-wrap-dress-sewing-therapy

PDF HANBOK TOP & JACKET PATTERN
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-therapy-pdf-patterns/products/pdf-hanbok-top-jacket-sewing-therapy

FAQ Material List

Fabrics from www.twooninefabric.ca

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here.
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-label

My recommendations on Amazon Canada
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

My recommendations on Amazon USA
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

Join this channel to get access to perks:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7ZB7TRZ92Fy0Iol1s5K2g
Or
Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated!
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

Disclosure*
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you.


Let’s get connected!
Sewing Therapy
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@yoursara_k
Blog – https://sewingtherapy.net/

Dailylike Canada
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikecanada

Two O Nine Fabric Studio
Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

Stay tuned for my next video and THE NEW PATTERN. It’s coming soon. Thanks for watching! Have a wonderful day!

How To Make A Single Layer Reversible Hanbok Vest | Free Sewing Therapy PDF Pattern

Hello, and welcome back to Sewing Therapy! I’m Sara, and I’m thrilled that you enjoyed my free pattern collaboration with CBC Life. In today’s video, I’m excited to guide you through the process of creating a single-layer reversible Hanbok Vest. As we eagerly anticipate the arrival of spring and warmer weather, if you happen to have a beautiful reversible fabric suitable for a vest, it makes an excellent choice for crafting a Hanbok Vest Baeja.

For a more detailed step-by-step tutorial, you can find a comprehensive video on CBC Life’s YouTube channel. In this video, I’ll specifically focus on demonstrating how to make a single-layer reversible vest. Once you’ve stay-stitched all the neckline and armhole edges, you’ll be all set to go! Thanks for joining me on this creative journey.

https://youtu.be/KG2cMD1ujiA

Free PDF Hanbok Vest Baeja Pattern
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-therapy-pdf-patterns/products/free-pdf-hanbok-vest-baeja-sewing-therapy

Full Length Vest Sewalong Video from CBC Life
https://youtu.be/58dDe4KldXQ?si=WjRI_pA6SxC38J7s

All Sewing Therapy Patterns
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-therapy-pdf-patterns

PDF HANBOK WRAP SKIRT
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/new/products/pdf-hanbok-skirt-sewing-therapy

PDF HANBOK WRAP DRESS PATTERN
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/new/products/pdf-hanbok-wrap-dress-sewing-therapy

PDF HANBOK TOP & JACKET PATTERN
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-therapy-pdf-patterns/products/pdf-hanbok-top-jacket-sewing-therapy

FAQ Material List

Fabrics from www.twooninefabric.ca

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here.
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-label

My recommendations on Amazon Canada
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

My recommendations on Amazon USA
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

Join this channel to get access to perks:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7ZB7TRZ92Fy0Iol1s5K2g
Or
Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated!
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

Disclosure*
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you.


Let’s get connected!
Sewing Therapy
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@yoursara_k
Blog – https://sewingtherapy.net/

Dailylike Canada
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikecanada

Two O Nine Fabric Studio
Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

My only regret was that, while using a heavy fabric for the bodice, the bias tape turned out to be too light, making it a bit challenging to catch and sew neatly. Despite this, the final result is beautiful and ready for the bias binding. What are your thoughts? Do you think the extra time invested in making it reversible was worthwhile?

Stay tuned for my next video, where I’ll specifically cover bias binding on the Hanbok Vest, focusing on handling curves.

Hanbok Wrap Skirt – Reversible Pleated Skirt | Sewing Therapy PDF Pattern

Hello everyone! The pattern for my Hanbok Wrap Skirt is now available and I’m exciting to guide you through the process of sewing your very own skirt. If you have already purchased the Hanbok Wrap Dress pattern, guess what? You can easily hack it to create the skirt. And for those who prefer skirts over dresses, I have created this Skirt only pattern with you in mind.

The total sewing time for the skirt is just a few hours and you even have the option to make it reversible by using different fabrics for the waistband. I’m eager to see how you’ll pair this versatile skirt with different tops and all the creative outfits you’ll come up with!

In case you missed the news shared on my vlogs, I am collaborating with CBC Life to create a pattern for a Hanbok Vest, called a “Baeja”, which will be available for free! So whether you’re a fan of tops and skirts or just love a good pleated skirt, you’re going to love sewing this pattern. Don’t worry if you’re a beginner as I’ll walk you through each and every step. Let’s get started.

PDF HANBOK WRAP SKIRT
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/new/products/pdf-hanbok-skirt-sewing-therapy

PDF HANBOK WRAP DRESS PATTERN
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/new/products/pdf-hanbok-wrap-dress-sewing-therapy

PDF HANBOK TOP & JACKET PATTERN
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-therapy-pdf-patterns/products/pdf-hanbok-top-jacket-sewing-therapy

FAQ Material List

Fabrics from www.twooninefabric.ca

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here.
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-label

My recommendations on Amazon Canada
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

My recommendations on Amazon USA
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

Join this channel to get access to perks:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7ZB7TRZ92Fy0Iol1s5K2g
Or
Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated!
https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

Disclosure*
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you.


Let’s get connected!
Sewing Therapy
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@yoursara_k
Blog – https://sewingtherapy.net/

Dailylike Canada
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikecanada

Two O Nine Fabric Studio
Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

How was your sewing journey for the Hanbok Wrap Skirt? I hope you had fun and experienced growth while crafting your skirt. I’d love to hear your thoughts about your process, the fit, and anything in between. Please tag #sewingtherapyhanbok or #sewingtherapypattern and mention me to share your makes with the Sewing Therapy community. All makes are celebrated as we are a community that values practice as progress and growth.

As the weather gets chillier, stay tuned for upcoming sew-along videos for a vest. Thank you for joining me today, and I’ll see you on my next video, whether it’s a vlog or another sew-along. 안녕!

Hanbok Top & Jacket Sew Along Tutorial | Sewing Therapy PDF Pattern

I’m Sara, and I’m thrilled to guide you through the process of creating a Hanbok Jacket today.

First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude for your trust and support in purchasing my initial pattern, the Hanbok Wrap Dress.

I’m excited to share that you can hack and sew this jacket using the wrap dress pattern. Additionally, I’ve recently introduced a standalone Jacket pattern. So, if you prefer not to make the dress version, you can also get the pattern separately.

Thanks to its high neckline and sleeves with some ease, this versatile jacket pairs well with virtually any top and is the perfect fall season layer. If it’s jacket season where you are, I recommend that you choose heavier fabrics such as wool, denim, fleece, or tweed.

Let’s get started!

p.s. Oh If you made a few hanbok dress now, watch the fabric cut and you can skip the part from 0 to 3.

PDF HANBOK WRAP DRESS PATTERN

PDF HANBOK TOP & JACKET PATTERN

FAQ Material List

My recommendations on Amazon Canada

https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

My recommendations on Amazon USA

https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

LDH Scissors and thread snip

http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil

http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing

https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops

Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com

Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca

Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

*****Disclosure******

Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you.

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I hope you enjoyed sewing a Hanbok Jacket along with me. The weather has turned colder here and my new Hanbok Jacket has been my constant layer these days. I can’t wait to see your versions so please tag me in your makes. See you on my next video, 안녕!

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/

TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Blog – https://sewingtherapy.net/

Dailylike Canada

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikeca…

Two O Nine Fabric Studio

Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

How To Wear Hanbok Wrap Dress | Sewing Therapy’s Original Pattern

Hello, Sara here. First of all, thank you so much for all the support and love for my first sewing pattern ‘Hanbok Wrap Dress’. In this video, I will show you how to WEAR Hanbok. It’s short and sweet! Enjoy!

Material 

#sewingtherapyhanbok #hanbokdress #wrapdress

HANBOK WRAP DRESS 

-Sep 18 Pattern Release-

Celebrating the release! 35% Off ( Sep 18 – 30) 

[PRE-SALE 50% OFF] PDF Hanbok Wrap Dress – Sewing Therapy

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here. 

SEWING LABEL

FAQ Material List

My recommendations on Amazon Canada

https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

My recommendations on Amazon USA

https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

LDH Scissors and thread snip

http://bit.ly/3vbHj04 

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil

http://bit.ly/chalkpencil 

Poly Sewing Thread

SEWING THREAD

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing

https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops

Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com

Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca 

Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

*****Disclosure****** 

Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you. 

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I’m incredibly grateful for your support, and I can’t wait to see your beautiful Hanbok creations. Please feel free to share your unique hacks and fabric combinations with me—I’d love to see what you come up with.

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/

TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Blog – https://sewingtherapy.net/ ​

Dailylike Canada

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikeca…

Two O Nine Fabric Studio

Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca 

Hanbok Wrap Dress | Sewing Therapy’s First Sewing Pattern Sew Along Tutorial

I’m Sara, and I’m thrilled to have you here with me today. Hanbok Wrap Dress is really something special! If you’re new to my blog, I specialize in creating step-by-step sew-along videos and share bite-sized tips and inspiration for all you fellow sewing enthusiasts out there.

But today, I have some extraordinary news to share—I’ve just released my very first pattern, the Hanbok Wrap Dress! Now, many of you might already know that Hanbok is a beautiful Korean traditional garment worn on special occasions. As a Korean sewist living in Canada, I’ve always dreamed of creating a pattern inspired by Hanbok, and now it’s finally here!

I’ve taken inspiration from the elegant neckline, the graceful ties, the timeless sleeves, and the classic silhouette of the Hanbok, infusing it with a modern twist for added comfort and versatility.

In future episodes, I’ll dive deeper into the world of Hanbok and share more about my Hanbok Wrap Dress, but I know you’re eager to start sewing, so I’ll keep this introduction short and sweet.

If you’ve already pre-ordered the pattern, thank you so much for your trust and enthusiasm.

let’s dive into creating your very own Hanbok Wrap Dress! Grab your sewing gear and let’s get started!

https://youtu.be/nAqgMpTwZJU

Material 

#sewingtherapyhanbok #hanbokdress #wrapdress

HANBOK WRAP DRESS 

-Sep 18 Pattern Release-

Celebrating the release! 35% Off ( Sep 18 – 30) 

[PRE-SALE 50% OFF] PDF Hanbok Wrap Dress – Sewing Therapy

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here. 

SEWING LABEL

FAQ Material List

My recommendations on Amazon Canada

https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

My recommendations on Amazon USA

https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

LDH Scissors and thread snip

http://bit.ly/3vbHj04 

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil

http://bit.ly/chalkpencil 

Poly Sewing Thread

SEWING THREAD

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing

https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops

Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com

Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca 

Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

*****Disclosure****** 

Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you. 

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Thank you for joining me today on this exciting journey of sewing your Hanbok Wrap Dress. I hope you’re as excited as I am to see your finished creation. Remember, the How to Wear the Hanbok Wrap Dress video is in the works, but I’ve attached a sneak peek at the end of this video.

I’m incredibly grateful for your support, and I can’t wait to see your beautiful Hanbok creations. Please feel free to share your unique hacks and fabric combinations with me—I’d love to see what you come up with.

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/

TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Blog – https://sewingtherapy.net/ ​

Dailylike Canada

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikeca…

Two O Nine Fabric Studio

Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca 

How To Sewing Tips & Tricks | A High-Low & Curved Hem

Hello, Sara here. I created a new sewing tip video clip demonstrating how to create a high-low and curved hem. This clip is from my Ora Pinafore video, and I wanted to make it easier for you to find and apply this technique whenever you need it, whether on new or old garments.

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here.  
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-label  

https://youtu.be/mH3CMC_jLX8

FAQ Material List  

My Amazon.com Finds
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

My Amazon.ca Finds
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

LDH Scissors and thread snip
http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil
http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread
https://bit.ly/209thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

***Disclosure***** 
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you!

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/
YouTube – http://youtube.com/c/sewingtherapy
Tiktok – http://tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Dailylike Canada
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikecanada

Two O Nine Fabric Studio Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

HOW TO SEW A STYLISH PHEN SHIRT – The Ultimate Step-by-Step Sewing Guide

Hello and welcome back to Sewing Therapy. I’m Sara and today I’m sewing a Phen Shirt by Pattern Fantastique. When Nicole from Finchley Designs generously gifted me her self-designed fabric printed from Spoonflower, she also sent me the Phen Shirt pattern – thank you, Nicole! I envision making a really cute and unique Phen Shirt with this khaki-printed modern jersey fabric. But since the gifted fabric is precious to me, I first made a wearable muslin using a green linen fabric to avoid any mistakes in my final version. You’ll be able to see my second Phen Shirt made using this fabric on my social media! Thanks to Nicole, I am able to make this top and I invite you to join me!

Do you recall the Vali Dress video from about a year or so ago? That pattern was also by Pattern Fantastique and I am a huge fan of their designs as they are one-of-a-kind and really well-crafted. Pattern Fantastique describes the Phen shirt as the not-so-classic, classic shirt and I love these dramatic oversized batwing sleeves and the very unique nipped-in high hip hemline. However, it can be challenging to envision how the shirt is made as it is constructed uniquely and they rate the skill level as intermediate/advanced. But I am here to help you and sew along with you!

All three versions give off very different moods with the only difference being the collar styles. It can be unclear as to which collar is which, as there is no identification provided. My guess is that the version with the collar stand only must be Collar Option A and the other is Collar Option C, according to what the pattern pieces are called in the instructions. All three options are charming, and today I will make Option C with you. The process is the same for all options so please choose the style that you like best.

Are you ready for some Sewing Therapy? Let’s get started!

https://youtu.be/jk6uGcUX3Lg

Also, check out my Vali Dress Sewalong Video!
https://youtu.be/los1N1TZrjk

Material
Phen Shirt from Pattern Fantastique
https://www.patternfantastique.com/products/phen-shirt-pdf-pattern?variant=42700812550307

I used Breeze Linen in Green from Two O Nine Fabric
https://twooninefabric.ca/

FAQ Material List  

My Amazon.com Finds
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

My Amazon.ca Finds
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

LDH Scissors and thread snip
http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil
http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread
https://bit.ly/209thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

***Disclosure***** 
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you!

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/
YouTube – http://youtube.com/c/sewingtherapy
Tiktok – http://tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Dailylike Canada
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikecanada

Two O Nine Fabric Studio Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

20 Garment Sewing Patterns For 2023 | My Approach to Make Nine 2023 AND MORE!

Are you looking for new sewing patterns to add to your collection? In this video, I’m sharing 20 sewing patterns for 2023. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned seamstress, you’ll love this collection of sewing patterns for 2023!

Access my list anytime or even duplicate it as a template through the convenient link below.  
https://spotless-baboon-6fa.notion.site/5345f3a951f841c69f81cea76da6c442?v=0060d39f746f4ea9a548e365de973526
(My updated version will be always accessible, just check this link.)   

Get Notion – It’s free for personal use!  
https://www.notion.so/desktop  

Let me know if I missed any patterns that you’d like to see me make this year! 

Come and follow me for everyday sewing tips
http://tiktok.com/@yoursara_k  

If you’re unable to access my Notion template or prefer a written list, I’ve included my initial plan for 2023 below for your convenience!

Sara’s 2023 Initial Sewing Plan

  1. Essex Dress – Sewing and the City Pattern
    You can purchase printed pattern of Essex Dress on my shop as well! Paper Pattern for Essex Dress
  2. Bleeker Sweatshirt – Sewing and the City Pattern
    You can purchase printed pattern of Bleeker Sweatshirt on my shop as well! Paper Pattern for Bleeker Sweatshirt
  3. Phen Shirt – Pattern Fantastique
  4. Romey Gathered Dress – Sew House Seven
    You can purchase printed pattern of Romey Dress on my shop as well! Paper Pattern for Romey Gathered Dress
  5. Sauvie Sundress – Sew House Seven
    You can purchase printed pattern of Sauvie Sundress on my shop as well! Paper Pattern for Sauvie Sundress
  6. Melilot Sunny Visor & Hat – Melilot Patterns
  7. Willo Jumpsuit – Sew and Tell Patterns
  8. Waterfall Dress – Sycamore Road Patterns
  9. Mila Jumper – Tammy Handmade
  10. Richmond Coat – Tessuti Fabric
  11. Milenda Dress – Tessuti Fabric
  12. Cassiopee Dress – I AM Patterns

I hope you find this list inspiring! 😉

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You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here. www.twooninefabric.ca

My Amazon.com Finds
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LDH Scissors and thread snip
http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil
http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread
https://bit.ly/209thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

***Disclosure***** 
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you!

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy
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Two O Nine Fabric Studio Instagram
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The detailed video about Sleeve Hem Options

Hello, Sara here. Slits and Thumbholes video is up! I hope you find it helpful to change your sleeve hems and add unique and functional details to your upcoming garments. As always, I love hearing your questions, thoughts and suggestions – I’m here to learn and I’m here to help. Thanks for being with me on this Sewing Therapy journey.

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You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here. www.twooninefabric.ca

My Amazon.com Finds
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

My Amazon.ca Finds
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

LDH Scissors and thread snip
http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil
http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread
https://bit.ly/209thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

***Disclosure***** 
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you!

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy
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Two O Nine Fabric Studio Instagram
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Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy
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Blog – http://sewingtherapy.net/
Tiktok – http://tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Dailylike Canada
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Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/dailylikecanada
Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.ca/dailylikecanada

Two O Nine Fabric Studio Instagram
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Nikko Top by True Bias | Sew Along Tutorial from Sewing Therapy

Hello and welcome back to Sewing Therapy. I’m Sara and I invite you to sewalong with me. If you’ve been following me on social media, you may have noticed that I have been binge-sewing turtleneck tops. When I reached out to you for suggestions for additional patterns, several of you suggested the Nikko Top by True Bias. So today’s video is to sew a Nikko Top!

Turtleneck tops are generally beginner-friendly projects, especially if you need to overcome any fear of sewing stretch fabrics, as you don’t need to worry about an imperfect neckline showing. This video is a quick one and I’ll sew a basic top. And for all beginners out there, I include my favourite tips for sewing rib knit fabrics, one of my favourite cold-weather stretch fabrics. Please stay tuned for the next video that will cover various sleeve hem options that look good on stretch fabric garments: slits and thumbholes!

There are numerous turtleneck top patterns options out there that each have their own charm. After watching this video, browse to find your favourite and let’s get sewing together. Before we start cutting fabric, let me highlight a few things that you can do to help support the Sewing Therapy community. Simply click subscribe, like, and ring the notification bell. Every click is much appreciated. Let’s get started. 

Before I go on, don’t forget to subscribe for the latest sewing tutorial video I make. Thank you.

Material

Nikko Top and Dress
https://truebias.com/products/nikko-top-dress-1

Or you can purchase the pattern from my Etsy shop

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/1372335003/nikko-top-and-dress-true-bias-pattern

I used my Black Rayon blend Rib Knit from Two O Nine Fabric 

https://twooninefabric.ca/

https://youtu.be/aqOY-E7DmPc

FAQ Material List  

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here. www.twooninefabric.ca

My Amazon.com Finds
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

My Amazon.ca Finds
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

LDH Scissors and thread snip
http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil
http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread
https://bit.ly/209thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

***Disclosure***** 
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you!

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy
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Tiktok – http://tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Dailylike Canada
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Two O Nine Fabric Studio Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

Top 5 Most Viewed Videos 2022 | Sewing Therapy

Happiest New Year to you! It’s Sara here, and I wanted to share a recap video of 2022 with you. Personally, it was a challenging year for me, namely due to my surgery in Korea which needed much more recovery time than I had expected. As a result, I wasn’t able to create as much content as I had planned, but I’m grateful that the surgery was a success and that 2022 was also the year I said goodbye to my facial spasm. I’m grateful for your support on my channel, as all your encouragement helped me to bounce back quicker. Thank you.

I’m feeling very passionate and energetic about this upcoming year, and I’m excited to bring you more helpful and therapeutic sew-along videos. I’m looking forward to sharing them with you and hopefully inspiring you and helping you grow in your sewing journey. Stay tuned for more to come!

Today I’m sharing my top 5 most-viewed videos of 2022 along with my thoughts about each of those makes now. Let’s get started!

#5 – Olya Shirt
https://youtu.be/U0qptgtLeJo

#4 – Kennie Shirt
https://youtu.be/4Bo_kUBGnok

#3 – I AM Helios
https://youtu.be/oSv1VWJtQw0

#2 – Hannah Dress
https://youtu.be/8cnw4T8CxYg

#1 – How To Sew a Sleeve Placket & Cuff
https://youtu.be/fTm-bR-iaCs

I wish each of you and your loved ones a happy new year along with an abundance of hope for 2023. Thank you for being with me on this incredible journey and I’m looking forward to all that is to come in the new year. 안녕!

FAQ Material List  

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here. www.twooninefabric.ca

My Amazon.com Finds
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

My Amazon.ca Finds
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

LDH Scissors and thread snip
http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil
http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread
https://bit.ly/209thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

***Disclosure***** 
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you!

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy
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YouTube – http://youtube.com/c/sewingtherapy
Tiktok – http://tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Dailylike Canada
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Two O Nine Fabric Studio Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

All About Neckline | Sewing Therapy Tips and Tricks

Hello and welcome back to Sewing Therapy. Today’s video is a mashup of a series I did on my TikTok called “All About Necklines.” In this video, I’ll show you four different methods for finishing necklines including all my tried and true tips for a pucker-free finish. I’ll show you how to do a Bias Bound Neckline, a Bias Facing Neckline, and my favourite method, How to Sew a Neck Facing. Additionally, I’ll show you how to make a Neckline on Knits, a great skill to have so you don’t have to keep stretching to fit your sweatshirt over your head.

You’ll want to save this video to have it ready as a reference whenever you get to the neckline portion of your pattern!

https://youtu.be/sQt9WPsrlDE

FAQ Material List  

You can purchase my Sewing Therapy Labels here. www.twooninefabric.ca

My Amazon.com Finds
https://www.amazon.com/shop/sewingtherapy

My Amazon.ca Finds
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/yoursara_k

LDH Scissors and thread snip
http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil
http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread
https://bit.ly/209thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
https://bit.ly/3GETKGw

These are my online fabric shops
Dailylike Canada http://dailylikecanada.etsy.com
Two O Nine Fabric http://twooninefabric.ca
Two O Nine Fabric on Etsy http://twooninefabricstudio.etsy.com

Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

***Disclosure***** 
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you!

Let’s get connected!

Sewing Therapy
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YouTube – http://youtube.com/c/sewingtherapy
Tiktok – http://tiktok.com/@yoursara_k

Dailylike Canada
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Two O Nine Fabric Studio Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/twooninefabric.ca

McCall’s M7974 Very Adorable yet Elegant | Sew Along Tutorial from Sewing Therapy

Hello, Sara here with a new pattern and a new tutorial! Normally I stay away from fitted dresses but I had to make two after seeing what Katia of @sew_sewphisticated made. I decided to make my own versions of McCall’s m7974, and guess what, I love them more than I thought I would! There are four views in the pattern and I made View A with shirred sleeves and View D without the collar. You will sew along View A with me in this video.

I heard there can be difficult sizing issues with this dress so I recommend that you make a toile version before committing to the final version.

There are a couple of ways you can adjust the fit without cutting into the fabric. One is to attach the buttons closer to the inside of the dress and the other is to increase the seam allowance on the side seams of the Bodice before assembling it to the Skirt.

For both dresses, I tried to keep a strict 5/8” seam allowance and that worked well for me, although I want to add just one more button on top as the neckline is too wide for me when I sit or bend over.

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https://youtu.be/VEafK7V2NW4

So, I strongly recommend watching the video if you have things that you couldn’t understand.

Material

The pattern I used
M7974 from McCall’s Pattern
https://somethingdelightful.com/m7974

The fabrics I used in the video:
View A with shirred sleeves in beige floral:
PINE FOR PRAIRIE – Country Flower Cotton 100%
https://bit.ly/3jwMOlb

View D without collar in navy floral :
Pompon Bunch Cotton 100%
https://bit.ly/2WPll6j

The sewing machine I have:
Bernette B37 Swiss Design Computerized Sewing Machine
https://amzn.to/3etYaFE (USA)

LDH Scissors and thread snip
http://bit.ly/3vbHj04

The items I always use for my sewing project

Tailor’s Chalk Pencil
http://bit.ly/chalkpencil

Poly Sewing Thread
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/sewing-thread

Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
http://bit.ly/fusible_interfacing

Craft Clips
Canada https://amzn.to/32vmK2u
USA https://amzn.to/3sjKKiU

Flat Head Pins
Canada https://amzn.to/2IaKoKm
USA https://amzn.to/32slD31

Point Turner
Canada https://amzn.to/39rgfQA
USA https://amzn.to/3qjfKyA

Wash-away Wonder Tape
Canada https://amzn.to/35DUwUj
USA https://amzn.to/39ylJc2

These are my online fabric + sewing accessories shops.  

Dailylike Canada
http://www.dailylike.ca

Two O Nine Fabric Studio
https://twooninefabric.ca  

Seam Allowance
Use 5/8″ seam allowance unless otherwise stated

Material
M7974, buttons, fusible lightweight interfacing (Optional), Elastic Thread (Optional)

Recommended Fabric
Cotton Blends, Crepe, Lawn, Charmeuse, etc

Cut
2 Front Bodice (Mirrored), 1 Back Yoke, 1 Back Yoke Facing, 1 Back Bodice, 2 Front Facing (Mirrored and Interfaced), 2 Sleeve, 2 Front Midriff (Mirrored), 2 Midriff Facing (Mirrored and Interfaced), 2 Skirt Front, 4 Side Skirt, 1 Back Skirt (On Fold), 4 Pocket (Mirrored)

1. Staystitch
* It prevents bias/curved areas from stretching out
Staystitch all the necklines and armholes

2. Bodice
Gather upper and lower edges of Front Bodice between notches
* I use my two favourite methods for the gathers. I recommend you watch my gathering Method video in case you want more detailed instructions!
Pin Front Bodice and Back Yoke at shoulders RST (Right Sides Together)
Sew leaving the gathered area
Adjust gathers, sew, and serge
Press the seam toward Back Yoke
Gatherstitch between the notches
Pin Back Yoke and Back Bodice matching the notches RST
Sew leaving the gathered area
Adjust gathers, sew, serge
Press the seam towards Back Yoke

3. Facings
Finish outer edge of Front Facing in your preferred method
Pin and sew Back Yoke Facing and Front Facing at shoulders RST
Press the seam toward Yoke Facing WST (Wrong Side Together)
Fold and press the seam allowance on lower edge of Back Yoke Facing
Pin Facing to Bodice, matching all the notches RST
Sew the neckline
Trim the seam
Sinp the curved neckline
Understitch Facing
*Understitching is stitching that is sewn as close to the seam line as possible holding the seam to the facing or lining
Turn Facing inside and press
Cover the shoulder seams with Facing and pin
*I recommend you either pin all around the Facing or use Wash-Away Wonder Tape
Cover the Yoke seam with Facing and pin
Edgestitch/topstitch or stitch in the ditch from the right side

4. Midriff
Pin Front Midriff and Front Bodice RST
Sew leavign the gathering area
Adjest gathers and sew
Pin the Midriff Facing and sew
Pin and sew Front Midriff and Midriff Facing at the front RST
Be careful not to catch the Front Bodice piece
*For the best look, you need to sew as close to the Bodice at the corner as you can
Snip the corner
Turn right side out and press
Pin and sew Front Bodice and Back Bodice at sides RST
Serge

5. Sleeves (I modified the sleeves into shirred sleeves I’ll just share my process briefly)
*Please watch the video (12:29 <- Video Timeline)

6. Skirt and Pocket
(Optional) Interface the front edge of Front Skirt panel
Or doublefold and press
Pin the Pockets to the Side Skirt panels and sew RST
Serge the stitched area
Press the Pocket toward the seam
Understitch
Pin the Side Skirt and Pocket at sides RST
Mark the notches
Sew
Sew 1/8″ inside of the stitch
*Extra backstitching will secure the opening of the Pocket
Serge the sides
Snipping the corner will help serging
Send each Pocket to opposite direction and press
Baste the Pocket to the Skirt
Sew Front Skirt and Side Skirt panel at the side the Pocket lays towards RST
Sew Back Skirt and Side Skirt panel RST
Sew Back Skirt and the other Side Skirt panel RST
Sew Side Skirt panel and Front Skirt RST
And serge all the seams

7. Assemble Bodice and Skirt
Prepare for the gathering with your preferred method
Divide sections into three at the side seams
Sew Bodice and Skirt at the waist RST
Match the end of Bodice at the notch on the Skirt
Adjust gathers and pin
Serge only between notches

8. Front Facing and Hem
Fold the self-facing toward the right side and sew RST
From the top of Midriff, topstitch/edgestitch
Fold the self-facing toward the right side at notch
*In case you are using heavier weight fabrics or want a neat finish, follow this extra step
Sew where you want to hem
Trim the extra layers
Turn right side out doublefolding the bottom hem
Doublefold the entire hem and press
Topstitch/edgestitch

9. Button and Buttonhole
*Make buttonholes using your machine’s instructions. Refer to my short video on buttonholes for more help

Alright. That’s it for the my MakeNine 2021 project #6. Thank you very much for reading and watching! I will see you in my next post!

*****Disclosure******
Some of the links above are affiliate links. Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you.
**********************

Let’s get connected!
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Blog – http://sewingtherapy.net/ ​  

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The ‘Popular’ McCalls M7969 (MakeNine 2021) No.2 | Sew Along Tutorial from Sewing Therapy

Hi, Sara here. If you’re on Instagram, you’ve probably seen so many McCalls m7969 dresses in your feed. It’s very popular with good reason! This loose-fitting pullover dress features dramatic sleeves and is easy to sew and easy to wear, without sacrificing style. This pattern is a perfect challenge for a beginner and I hope this tutorial will help you in this dreamy dress sewing. This pattern includes a few variations, and has room for you to experiment with different hacks. Are you ready to jump on the m7969 bandwagon with me?

Also check out Make Nine 2021 No.1 Project Gilbert Top from Hellens Closet,
http://sewingtherapy.net/gilbert-top-tutorial/

So, I strongly recommend watching the video if you have things that you couldn’t understand.

M7969 Pattern from McCall’s Fabric
https://somethingdelightful.com/pdm7969

The fabrics I used:
Navy Floral Cotton Linen Blend – http://bit.ly/3utCDSO
Olivia Linen Blend in Navy – http://bit.ly/2NXfJm6

My sewing machine
Bernette B38 Swiss Design Computerized Sewing Machine
https://amzn.to/2URpvX6 (USA)

LDH Scissors and thread snip
https://twooninefabric.ca/collections/ldh-scissors

Craft Clips
Canada https://amzn.to/32vmK2u
USA https://amzn.to/3sjKKiU

Flat Head Pins
Canada https://amzn.to/2IaKoKm
USA https://amzn.to/32slD31

Point Turner
Canada https://amzn.to/39rgfQA
USA https://amzn.to/3qjfKyA

Wash-away Wonder Tape
Canada https://amzn.to/35DUwUj
USA https://amzn.to/39ylJc2

Let’s get started

SEAM ALLOWANCE
Use 5/8″ seam allowance unless otherwise stated

Material
M7969 from McCall’s Fabric (Lawn, Crepe De Chine, Challis, Georgette suggested)

Cut
2 Bodice Front (Mirrored), 2 Neck Binding (Mirrored), 1 Bodice Back, 2 Sleeve (Mirrored), 2 Sleeve Binding, 2 Skirt

0. Preparation
*Interfacing will give the area additional strength and support
Apply interfacing to the wrong side of Neck Binding

1. Assemble Bodice
Pin Bodice Front to Bodice Back at side seams
Sew and serge

2. Sleeve
Prepare for making gathers on the upper and bottom edges of the Sleeve between the notches
*I used a Zig-Zag Stitch Gathering Method on this project. At the end of the video, I’ll share more information about this method as well as the more common method for making gathers

Sew Sleeve seams RST (Right Side Together)
Don’t sew over the stitches for your gathers
And serge
Fold Sleeve Binding in half and sew the short edges RST

Open the seam
Fold 3/8″ of one edge and press WST (Wrong Side Together)
Adjust gathers to match the width of Sleeve Binding
Slip the Sleeve into the Sleeve Binding and match the notches
Adjust gathers and sew with 3/8″ seam allowance
*Sewing on the side with gathers is easier to control

Press the Sleeve Binding towards the seam
Fold the Sleeve Binding in half and wrap the seam

Topstitch/edgestitch covering the stitch line slightly

3. Assemble Bodice and Sleeve
Pin the Sleeve to armhole matching notches RST
Sew and serge
Repeat for the other Sleeve
Press the seam towards the Bodice

4. Neckline
Sew the short straight edges of Neck Binding
Open the seam

Fold one edge of Neck Binding and press
Pin Neck Binding to Front Bodice and Back Bodice
Instead of matching corners, match the soon-to-be stitched line
Pin the Neckline, leaving the Sleeve parts

Repeat for the other side
Sew the neckline of Back Bodice
Sew the neckline of Front Bodice, leaving the Sleeve parts

Adjust the Sleeve gathers to fit in the remaining Neck Binding
And sew
Remove the yarn
Press Beck Binding towards the seam

Trim the seam
Fold the Neck Binding in half and wrap the seam
Cover the stitch line slightly and edgestitch or stitch in the ditch
*Pinning before sewing is recommended for beginners
Overlap the Front Bodice according to your preference and baste
*Baste is to sew with long loose stitches to hold layers n place temporarily

5. Skirt
Sew the side seams and serge RST
Make gathers with your preferred method
Adjust the gathers to match the width to the waist

Slip the Bodice into the Skirt RST
Match and pin the side seams and centres of the Bodice and Skirt
And match the rest of the skirt by adjusting the gathers
Sew and serge
Double-fold the hem and edgestitch/topstitch

*Making Gathers
1. The most common method : use two parallel stitches
Using the longest stitch setting, sew 2 parallel lines on the edge
Leave tails of the thread for gathering
Distribute the gathers evenly

Tie off the thread when the sleeve hem reaches the desired width

2. New Found Method via @sewbakemake on Instagram : use any kind of cord/yarn and a zigzag stitch
Cut any kind of cord/yarn a bit longer than the circumference of the sleeve hem
Zigzag-stitch using the setting
Be careful not to sew on the yarn
Pull the cord/yarn to make gathers

I hope this tutorial helped you create your own fun and flouncy dress that is comfy to wear and satisfying to make! I can’t wait for some warmer weather to wear my latest dresses. I will see you in the next post! Thanks!

And please sign up to our Sewing Therapy Blog. So you will receive updates on NEW Sew Along Tutorials whenever released!
Thanks for reading! I will see you in the next tutorial!

*****Disclosure******
Some of the links above are affiliate links. .Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you.
**********************

Here’s my Patreon page link. Your support is greatly appreciated! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32815284

Let’s get connected!
Sewing Therapy
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/
Blog – http://sewingtherapy.net/
Twitter – https://twitter.com/SewingTherapy

Dailylike Canada
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dailylikecanada
Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/dailylikecanada
Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.ca/dailylikecanada

Two O Nine Fabric Studio
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Peppermint Everyday Dress | Sew Along Tutorial By Sewing Therapy

Hello! Sara here! Today’s tutorial is the Peppermint Everyday Dress! The pattern is free from Peppermint, a quarterly Aussie magazine that focuses on style, sustainability, and substance. Ethical fashion is one of their passions and they have a variety of free patterns available on their website (thank you Peppermint!).

The Everyday Dress is really for every kind of day – it’s reversible and customizable, and can look so different depending on the type of pattern you use. I experimented with the pattern by using not one but two different fabrics, one for the front and a different one for the back. I also share a simple and quick way to make the sleeves into a cuff band sleeve. 

Before I go on, I would also like to introduce Zero Waste Gather Dress from Birgitta Helmersson
I’ve done the tutorial and I not only love the idea ‘ZERO WASTE’ but love the look of the dress as well.
http://sewingtherapy.net/zero-waste-gather-dress-sew-along-tutorial/

https://youtu.be/TsaZq-mqyT0

Although I always try my best to give you clear and easy to understand instruction, I strongly recommend you watch the video at least once to get the right idea. You can always come back and read the part that you forgot or wasn’t sure of.

Material

Peppermint Everyday Dress (Free Pattern)
From Peppermint Magazine https://peppermintmag.com/sewing-school/everyday-dress/
From In the Folds https://inthefolds.com/peppermint-patterns

The fabrics I used:
Warp + Weft 2 Premium Yarn Dyed Black & White by Modern Quilt Studio

Mini Gingham | Checkerboard http://etsy.me/3pneDOa

My sewing machine
Bernette B38 Swiss Design Computerized Sewing Machine
https://amzn.to/2URpvX6 (USA)

LDH Scissors and thread snip
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Craft Clips
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USA https://amzn.to/32w91s4

Flat Head Pins
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These are my online fabric shops.
All the fabrics I use are from either Dailylike Canada or Two O Nine Fabric Studio.
Dailylike Canada http://www.dailylike.ca
Two O Nine Fabric Studio https://www.etsy.com/shop/twooninefabricstudio

Seam Allowance
Seam allowances are included and detailed in each step

Cut
1 Front (on fold), 1 Back (on fold), 1 Front Neck Facing, 1 Back Neck Facing, 2 Pocket

0. Preparation
Staystitch – A straight stitch prevents bias/curved area from stretching out
Staystitch the necklines

1. Sew Shoulders
Pin and sew the shoulders of Front and Back RST (Right Side Together)

Use 1/2″ seam allowance
And serge
Press the seams towards the Back

2. Sew Neck Facings
Pin and sew the shoulders of Neck Facings RST
Use 1/2″ seam allowance
Press the seams towards the Front
Finish the outside edge of the Neck Facing with your preferred method
Starting and finishing at the V point makes serging easier

Mark V line 3/8″ away from the cornered neck edge for sewing guide
Match and pin the necklines of Bodice and Neck Facing

Sew the neckline with a 3/8″ seam allowance
Use the mark at the Front corner as a sewing guide
Grade the seam around the neckline
Clip the curved edge
Clip close to the V point so that you will get a nice clean Front corner

Press the Neck Facing towards the seam
Understitch starting at one side of the V and finish at the other
Make sure the seam is in place
Flip the Neck Facing into the inside and press
Turn wrong side out
Pin the Neck Facing in place
Make sure both layers lay flat
Repeat for the Back
Edgestitch/topstitch

3. Sew Pockets
Finish the curved edge with your preferred method

Line up the straight edge of Pocket using the notches RST
Sew with a 1/4″ seam allowance

Repeat for the other Pockets
Serge the sides from the bottom of the sleeve to the hem split
Leaving the corner unfinished
Serge the hem
Pivot when the needles meet the corner
Press the Pocket towards the seam
Understitch the seam to the Pocket

4. Sew Side Seams
Pin Front and Back RST at the side, lining up the Pocket opening
Mark a line 3/8″ in from the side down to the drill hole (mark from the pattern)
Sew from the edge of sleeve to the drill hole
Use 3/8″ seam allowance
Sew 1″ more from the top and bottom edge of the Pocket

Secure the Pocket opening by sewing back and forth a few times

5. Sew Hem
Bring the unfinished diagonal hem edge RST
Fold it in half, pin and sew

Repeat for all the corners
Use 3/8″ seam allowance
Trim the corner seam to reduce bulk
Turn right side out (Point Turner – creates a sharp point)
Repreat for the other corners and press
Press the seam of the slit open
Mark a point approximately 3″ above the hem split opening as a sewing guide
Edgestitch/topstitch the hem
Use the mark as a guide when sewing the slit area

6. Sew Sleeve Hems
Double-fold the sleeve hem and edgestitch/topstitch WST (Wrong Side Together)

7. My Modification (Cuff Band Sleeve)
Fold the cuff band in half and sew the short edge RST
Fold in half lengthwise and press
Make gathers/pleats in your preferred way on the sleeve hem

Match the length of the sleeve hem and the cuff band
Repeat for the other side
Baste
Slip the Sleeve into the Cuff Band and pin (Wrong side of Sleeve + Riht side of Cuff Band)

Sew with a 3/8″ seam allowance
Press the cuff band towards the seam
Turn the right side of Bodice out
Fold 3/8″ of the edge and press
Fold in half using a guide press
Wrap the seam and cover the stitch line slightly

And that’s it for the Peppermint Everyday Dress! I love how mine turned out and the boxy shape is comfortable enough to be worn everyday! I love a versatile piece. And I especially love how it’s reversible. Show me your finished Peppermint Everyday Dress by tagging me, @yoursara_k!

Thank you so much! I will see you in the next post!

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