
Learn to Sew: Shift Dress
Nicole Vasbinder
- In-depth Instruction; over 151 mins
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Create a garment you’ll be proud to wear! Learn how to sew a shift dress as designer Nicole Vasbinder guides you step by approachable step through sewing two versions of a fun, versatile garment. You’ll learn garment construction techniques you can use in any dress, beginning with methods for measuring accurately, choosing the correct pattern size and picking the right fabric. As you sew, Nicole will clarify exactly how to use your pattern and teach you to create even seam allowances, construct your facings and sew perfect darts. Then, you’ll find out how to add set-in sleeves if you prefer them and how to achieve clean, bulk-free results on a sleeveless variation. You’ll even learn how to add fabulous details such as a contrasting band and techniques for a clean finish!
Important Pattern Information
The sewing pattern on which this class is based — McCall’s 6465 —is not included with your purchase and may be out of print — check with online retailers. This class is rich in essential sewing techniques, so if the pattern is out of print, we encourage you to look for an alternative pattern with similar style details. You might also be able to find the original pattern through a private reseller.
Nicole Vasbinder
Nicole Vasbinder is a sewist and instructor who, over the past decade, has spread the joys of sewing to thousands in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Formerly a designer and merchandiser in the garment industry, she owns and operates a fabric store and modern sewing school, StitchCraft. You can find Nicoles designs in her books, Sewing Solutions, Sewing Machine Secrets and Super Stitches Sewing.

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Learn to Sew: Shift Dress
with Nicole Vasbinder