Return to Gallery SEWING 101 - JUNE SESSION  

These young fashionistas were well-prepared for our sizzling summer in their cute sundresses! Their beginner's enthusiasm was evident in the patterns they chose. Four had fitting darts and lapped zippers, three were underlined and all featured some type of strap and a narrow rolled hem.

Threading a needle
this tropical cotton print dress has two flounces and a lapped zipper.
underlined embroidered cotton dress has narrow straps and a lapped zipper.
sewing is something this young lady loves!
making perfect tailor's tacks to mark dart placement
this kid is tickled pink with the success of her project!
a fun cotton print dress has a double flounce, narrow rolled hems, turned straps and  a lapped zipper
Getting a little assistance sewing darts
laying out and cutting the dress
an underlined cotton eyelet halter dress has elastic across the top of the back.
handsewing the lining at the bodice/skirt seamline
Someone is thrilled her dress is finally done!