5 Pretty Dresses You Can DIY for Spring

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A new season can only mean one thing: a fresh wardrobe! If you’re looking to revamp your style, these are the dresses that belong in your closet. Best part: You can make ’em all yourself!

1. A Breezy Shift Dress

shift dress

As soon as temps top 75, we’re craving a lightweight, breathable dress. Make this one out of linen or cotton and it’ll take you right into summer with style. (PS: If you’ve never sewn a dress — or, err, anything — don’t sweat. This class goes over all the details, from buying fabric and reading a pattern to sewing that final gorgeous stitch.)

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2. A Flirty Sheath With a Statement Sleeve

woman wearing blue flirty dress

Say hello to the perfect date-night dress, which you’re totally ready to tackle once you have a few projects under your belt. With a figure-hugging sheath design and fun flounce sleeves, this stunner is a great night out just waiting to happen.

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3. A Classic Wrap Dress

sewing wrap dress

When you want to work with knit fabrics (which are ultra-forgiving in the fit), this is the dress to take on. Make it with a solid color, print or a contrasting binding and belt — regardless, you’ll end up with a modern dress that belongs in everyone’s closet.

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4. A Playful Color-Blocked Dress

colorblock dress

Color-blocking in cheery shades is so fresh for spring. Plus, this outfit lets you practice those construction skills, as you’ll learn how to make sleeves and a banded hem along the way.

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5. A Comfy Surplice Dress

woman wearing purple dress

Everyone needs a cute, easy-fit dress that’s insanely comfy to lounge around in. (Or maybe a few of ’em!) Choose a sleeved or sleeveless option, then decide on the length — this pattern is super versatile, so you can turn it into a shirt, tunic or even a long maxi dress.

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11 Responses to “5 Pretty Dresses You Can DIY for Spring”

  1. SIAN

    How do I save these to "my stuff" without having to pay the $69.99. I am already a gold member.

  2. Anita Winkle

    Dresses look really great. Would like to make one.

  3. Pam Upchurch

    I am size 8-10 but my daughter is plus size 16-20

  4. CJ

    NEED Styles for Bigger woman with plus sizes Please.

  5. Tolu

    They are gorgeous

  6. Debra Corder

    Need something for bigger women.

  7. Maria LLuch

    Have a big crate full of fabric untouch. Thinking this is the time. Hmm!

  8. Shirley

    Love dresses 2 and 4 maybe 3 xx

  9. Chris Wood

    These are perfect! Can you create something perfect for the plus sized woman?

  10. Kathleen Diedrick

    These were wonderful and simple! What a great fun push into summer! Please do more like this!