Learn how to make a wrap dress without a pattern in my latest step by step sewing tutorial. It’s made with stretchy fabric so it’s easier to get a great fit than some traditional wrap dress patterns, plus the knit fabric makes it comfortable to wear!
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MATERIALS NEEDED:
-At least 2.5 yards of a medium weight four way stretch knit fabric (I used a little over 2.5 yards of a DTY Knit Fabric, which is a medium weight smooth feeling four way stretch knit; you’ll definitely need more if you want to make a maxi wrap dress or a larger size)
-A fitted shirt with sleeves to use as a template
-A piece of tracing paper or tissue paper to use to trace the sleeve - I use this tracing paper: https://amzn.to/2IOmXo5 *
-Sewing Machine: I use this machine: https://amzn.to/2HcBk3b *
-Scissors: I've used these for years: https://amzn.to/2NMnZBl *
-Tape Measure
-Ball Point Needle: these are the ones I use: https://amzn.to/3ehIgvi *
-Pins
-Thread: this is the only thread I use: https://amzn.to/2TEiTbr *
-Walking foot (optional, see note in video): I use this on my Singer machine: https://amzn.to/2NkhoxP *
-Chalk
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WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
In this wrap dress sewing tutorial I’ll teach you how to sew a wrap dress using stretch fabric without needing an actual wrap dress pattern. You’ll learn all the steps of cutting and stitching including how to use a shirt you own instead of a wrap dress sewing pattern to cut out the dress pieces; how to make a sleeve pattern using a shirt you own; how to sew all the pieces together; how to hem the raw edges; how to make a stretch fabric binding; how to make the ties; and how to tie a wrap dress. I also give you my tips and tricks for how to sew stretchy fabric so you can sew your knits successfully!
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MORE SEWING PROJECTS AND VIDEOS:
DIY HIGH LOW WRAP DRESS WITH SPAGHETTI STRAPS: https://youtu.be/R77gmcGIICo
HOW TO MAKE A WRAP SKIRT WITHOUT A PATTERN: https://youtu.be/QNL1SIaGRW8
SEWING 101: THE SEWING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT YOU NEED: https://youtu.be/6scc9UIYUmE
BEGINNER SEWING PROJECTS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPbm7bbor0FpG-DaRUCInDN6AiM6EcJXv
SUMMER SEWING PROJECTS:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPbm7bbor0FraB8Zfx9AQTOcZkKfmJd_U
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Thank you so much for watching this tutorial! A wrap dress sewing project has been the most requested video I’ve ever had so I really hope you like it. I’m very happy with the outcome and I think that this dress will be a great wardrobe staple! Wrap dresses are so flattering on so many shapes – the v-neck and waist ties give the illusion of curves on smaller frames and accentuate the waistline on plus size figures, so I think this project will work for a lot of different body types. I break it down and explain all the steps as clear and as easy as possible so you can confidently make your own wrap dress. I think this will be a great tutorial for those of you who have some experience using a sewing machine and have a basic understanding of clothing construction!
Thanks for taking the time to watch my tutorial!
XO,
Monika