DIY a super EASY spring/summer dress | very* beginner friendly w/ pattern | THRIFT FLIP

[@LindseyNelson-ow4ej]

This is the best beginner tutorial I’ve seen. So many don’t show what they are doing at each step. I’m going to watch all your videos now!

[@jessicalleigh]

I watched your wedding dress video last night and then this one and less than 24 hours later I’ve made 5 hair scrunchies and this dress 😂 I didn’t even know how to use a machine so I stole my sisters and read the manual. I think I’m hooked now. Thank you!

[@turntechgodbeheaded]

I’m actually invested in your journey a little now bc stealing your sister’s machine is a little iconic. LOL Where you at now?

[@keridwenx6457]

This is actually amazing lmao

[@cozycasasmr4510]

I love this 😂

[@outlookonbooks]

No one in my family has a machine, so I sewed it by hand my hands are literally dying, but results were so cute

[@justcallmeangeleyes]

Wow this comment is so inspiring 😭🤍

[@lornaduwn]

When gathering material make two rows of gathering stitches about a half inch apart. Pull both threads to gather it up. Then stitch your seam between the two rows of gathering stitches. It will lay nice and flat and you won't get any of the gathers puckering up on you as you stitch. Then you remove the row of gathering stitches that shows. You can leave the other one that is on the seam allowance in and it will do double duty as a stay stitch. When I learned that trick it made things soooo much easier.

[@m8nshoes]

Thank you for this tip!

[@jjcotton9423]

Wow! This brings back memories. I sewed this jumper over 40 years ago to earn my sewing badge for girl scouts. We (my mom and I) made the pattern out of newspaper and we did not have a sewing machine, so it was hand sewed. This is how my sewing journey began. The jumper was my first ever sewing project. So that proves how beginner-friendly it is and that you don't need a sewing machine to sew.

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

Wow, that’s a great story I love that, good for you and your mother.

[@livelovelaughxoxo98]

In the future, if you don’t want to do a top stich but you want the fabric to lay flat, you can use an under stich where you stich the excess to the lining fabric. It’s basically a top stich but you only see the stich on the lining side

[@Chezcat]

Yes. This. My exact thought.

[@leslieboles6439]

Trick of the trade: when sewing straps or other tube type things, attach a strong but thin string to one end and see the tube with it inside. When you go to turn it right sides out, just pull the string.

[@DoraBella-m4y]

I was just looking for easy dresses to make, and then I found a crafty jenna!! I've been watching your home renovation videos and never got recommended your sewing videos before now!

[@aleksandranikolic5944]

I never would've picked these two fabrics together but it works SO well! Like it is 100% fantastic pattern clashing but in the best way!

[@styleago-go3028]

Love the dress, it's so cute! It's really cute layered too. It's such a simple pattern that never really goes out of style. I have made both dresses and babydoll tops using the same pattern for about 12 years. I encourage everyone to try it!!

[@JennaPhipps]

I love it layered! It's soooo easy for beginners ❤️ That makes me so happy to hear you have made them like it in the past!

[@dianahomsi7717]

got my sewing machine a month ago and up till now have been scared to try making any piece of clothing cause it seems so confusing on most of the videos online. After watching this video though I feel more optimistic and I'm determined to make this dress my first ever sewing project 😍 thank you !

[@smee9776]

I'm in love with this dress. The pattern and everything. Omg a sweater underneath or a long cardigan. Omg.

[@KristenVautour]

I would love to see a thrift flip of a granny square crocheted blanket into a sweater or dress! I see the sweaters all over Pinterest 😍

[@manuelitaruiz9783]

I love how easy you go about putting things together, you are so confident about just getting things together. I enjoy your fun and excited way of explaining yourself. Love how your dress came out. First time on your video, love to continue and keep learning to sew with your confidence,and reasureance. Thank you enjoyed your video.

[@katievioletthedivadog8662]

It’s so cute! It looks like something that was worn in the late 60s early 70s. The time when I was a child. Brings back great memories of the fun fashions from that time period. Very cute!

[@smallfootprint2961]

Absolutely adorable. You are adorable, and the lacey top is also adorable. So glad to see that it's ok to mix colors and styles of fabric. It's about time. Good work. Love the channel.

[@cm975]

I love how much you just dive into your own style! The confidence is inspiring.

[@harper795]

by the way you wedding dress that you made is the best thing I have ever seen so clean better then I can do and I'm a sewer so good job.

[@rachelplummer2668]

I love how your tutorials are actually easy to follow and things that I also think are adorable! I definitely think I’m going to try to make this, maybe making the bodice a lil’ longer and taking it in under the bust. P.S. Because of your gingham dress video, I went and bought gingham shirts at the thrift store….I thought my store wouldn’t have any because it’s so small but I found some great shirts and I’m super excited to get back into sewing! Thank you for inspiring me!

[@LUcyaSews]

Hey Jenna...one thing that changed my life when it comes to gathers.....turn them down, facing teeth of sewing machine...it seems like not soo important but actually, it is sooooo helpful..because teeth will feed this uneven surface much easier which means you will struggle less with much nicer outcome :). give it try next time......and 2 rows of basting stitches 🙏🏼 at least 1cm away from each other and sew in the middle....its gonna be beautiful 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Sewicked]

If you use stronger thread (like button thread) for the gathering stitches, it's a tiny bit easier to pull. If you're confident, you can also zigzag over a cord to do the gathers.

[@khadijahqasim267]

Day 2 of asking jenna to do another recreating pinterest outfits video 😅

[@JennaPhipps]

😂 I am actually going to be filming a thrift with me video today or tomorrow… perhaps it will do that after 😉

[@khadijahqasim267]

@@JennaPhipps AHHHHH I LOVE YOUR THRIFT WITH ME, that and recreating outfit videos are my absolute favs 💖

[@franzlim]

Yes i actually requested that on the last thrift with me video😂😂❤️

[@brigieschliesman9163]

you are sooo nonchalant about your sewing knowledge and skills!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you're so fuggin talented!

[@alexiskfischDesigns]

the blue and the orange are great complementary colors with eachother!

[@AntoinetteD]

I've been feeling unproductive and a little incapable lately, but this dress might be the thing to make me feel like I accomplished something. Getting ready to start measuring and cutting now. Thank you!

[@andokara2968]

I changed the pattern a bit and made a wrapatound dress out of it. This video helped really well.

[@jasmined5054]

i love this tutorial!! i want this dress in a patchwork fabric. im thinking of creating a patchwork fabric and then cutting my patterns out of that. hopefully it works!!

[@bellajune320]

I bought a dress like this for summer and on hot days it’s my fave. I def will try this tutorial. Could you do some more like this? I really love this.

[@AprilxTears]

I followed your directions and made the dress! It took me 2 whole days, because I measured my bust a bit too tight and had to expand the bust that I've already cut out. I also decided to add a belt, and had to figure that out. I used 2 different fabrics for the skirt so I had to figure out how to align the skirt to the bust so that the skirt is facing how I wanted it to face. And after I finally finished everything, I realized the belt was too low on me, so now I have to figure out how to turn that into an empire waist instead 🤪 it was a very fun project! I'm proud of the result because I have never sewn anything before, ever. Thank you for making such a helpful video for all us newbies who dont know how and where to start! I'll have to make another dress following your example to a tee next time 🤣 really, thank you so very much again!

[@chari5151]

I love your energy and your instructions are so easy to follow!

[@ameliacraik3392]

Love that dress !! I'm making one today with ALL that leftover fabric I have now thanks!!that's just too dang cute

[@meishadressler3357]

I absolutely love, love, LOVE those fabric prints together, they are perfect!!! Thank you so much for this tutorial; I can't wait to use it to make my own!

[@PoissonDemiVide]

Super cute! I love how simple this project feels, the length is adjustable, and even the straps can be played around with. I like them dangling, but maybe some days feel like bow days 🤷🏻‍♀️ thanks for sharing

[@SashaRamsahai]

The top under really brings out the dress. You're an artist.

[@wandalong871]

I so love this! I bought a couple of yards of different fabric at Walmart and am going to try this. I made many of my own clothes growing up but then time got away raising a family. I’ve got plenty of time now that I’m retired so going to give it another shot. I live in SW Florida, so this dress is almost perfect year round!

[@steeleelizabeth68]

Hello, I really like the summer dress. I was just looking through u tube for a simple summer dress, and I found ur video. I really like it. I’m gonna make one today. I have some different patterns and colors of cotton fabric and I see a great summer dress n the making. Thanks b safe and healthy.

[@charlottec123NL]

I also hated turning straps inside out, but your trick really helped a lot! Thanks!

[@urcoolgrandmaab]

you inspired me to finally pull the trigger on a sewing machine :')

[@JennaPhipps]

YAY! I am so excited for you!

[@marytramp5678]

Definitely a cute dress pattern. i've been looking for something easy as i quilt, and i'm just starting out at that! most my sewing experience is hand sewing lol. but i just got a new sewing machine, and i want a sumer dress. this looks like what i would enjoy. and very easy to adapt to what i would want. like instead of tie straps just plain straps that were sewn in on both sides and maybe make them more like a biase, put pleats in as opposed to gathering it, probably add a couple pockets (that's a must LOL), and definitely a bit longer. i'm probably close to 3x your age. But i just want something to knock around the house in while i'm doing chores and what not.

[@terenlarge]

Haven't stopped thinking about this since I watched it! Soooo I'm definitely making this but maybe as a top? I don't wear short dresses and I feel like the clashing patterns might be unbalanced if the skirt is super long. Just gotta get through my sewing project backlog first, 2 out of 4 finished today thanks to this inspiration

[@everdream653]

I've been looking for videos with simple DIY patterns. This video was amazingly easy to follow both in making the patterns and instructing the sewing process. I would love to see more like this in the future, and will be going through all your videos to see what else you've done!

[@chlo.rin.e]

I mean this in the absolute best way possible, you look like a bath and body works advertisement in this dress and it is so so cute like who doesn't love B&BW. The patterns are sooo fun together and it looks so simple but adorable, I think it'll be fun to make

[@caitlincrawford7895]

You are the real life paper bag princess 👑 when you were modeling the dress at the end -you embodied her carefree and confident spirit 💕👌🏻

[@sherryannjames9075]

❤. Will try it. Just an idea . Use 2rows of gathered stitch. It's a fuller look.

[@katiesayhi]

I am absolutely obsessed with the print on that orangey fabric.

[@alexisbeaulieu4651]

love this tutorial! what was the length of the strap pieces you cut out?

[@ariellerivers8415]

time to take my daily dose of happiness by watching jennas vids!! :))

[@JennaPhipps]

AHHH! Thank you 😍

[@shariwelch8760]

I'm in a situation where I can't afford patterns and I can only get thrifted material. This is such a great way to use mixed fabrics - you can't always find enough cute fabric to make a whole garment, you know? I'm probably going to make at least two of these for summer! Thanks!

[@nicolab7864]

Thank you thank you so much for this tutorial. I wanted to make a dress for an event using a certain fabric and had no idea how to begin as the patterns all looked scary 😟 Your clear, simple instructions were a Godsend and I made a dress in 2 days xxx

[@jemreandeau3583]

It’s a cute dress and so are you. I can’t wear much of your styles( to old, lol ) but I watch you steady because you are so much fun. You have given me a lot of inspiration to thrift though, and I thank you for that.

[@jenabreann]

I love this so much!!! I made this dress yesterday and I am so in love!!! I too will probably be making multiples of this dress and bonus that the hubby loves it too!

[@riekodi5508]

Love it and yes the dangling straps looks great on the back. Will do the same when I make mine!❤️

[@MonicaM1111]

Guess who is going to sew a dress in two different patterns? 😍😍 love ittt!

[@CrossFitLawrence]

Planning on making a maternity version of this for myself and matching ones for my two girls with a funky cat pattern. Totes adorbs:)

[@058Martine]

The fabric of that top is sooooooo nice!

[@maddieday1746]

It’s giving me kitchen curtain vibes with the lace top underneath but I’m totally living for it 🤪

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

I didn’t think those fabrics would go together, however they look great. Well done 😊

[@jenniefowler4968]

I like mix and match fabric. So this is a super easy project.

[@238Tina1]

I love your energy/vibe. Definitely the kind of person I’d be friends with 😍🥰

[@wow_icangetcraftytoo]

This is adorable! I have so much thrifted fabric (curtains and bed sheets mostly lol) that would work great for something like this

[@ashlynnheller8400]

Defenitly adding this to my project list for the summer. Defenitly gonna wear it as a jumper though.

[@karmanjones8346]

LOVE LOVE THIS DRESS,AND THE FABRIC IS SO FAB!!

[@brookefenton4107]

Totally adorable! It's my cup of tea too.

[@AllSchuckUp]

It’s sooo cute!!! That veggie fabric is amazing!

[@Mary-xp6le]

Just made this dress! It turned out so cute and I’m definitely going to make a few more for the summer!

[@Madisthecrowe]

Thank you for this. I’m going to make a dress for my 7 year old old cousin. For her bday. And this is just perfect. I’ll make here a little longer of course. 😅maybe with some bloomers.

[@amandasheehan1503]

Love the fabric combo 👍, defs my cup of tea

[@MaddieCooperMusic]

Okay a moment please for just how BEAUTIFUL this dress is holy

[@kristacervantes9952]

It would look pretty as a maxi too! a tiered one!

[@dixierosaasen4431]

If you do 2 gather threads close together,it is easer to pull up the gathers

[@ashleyselz9278]

Just made a similar dress but did not hid the ruching on the inside of the dress so it’s a bit ugly on the inside of my dress haha great tip!! Going to make it your way next!

[@fashionfortier1786]

Love how this turned out!! That fabric on the bodice is sooo good😍

[@JennaPhipps]

THANK YOUUUU!

[@catherinedurbin9298]

My first project is taking on fabric to make “straps” but I’m going to put them on lamp cords so they’re prettier.

[@leefettig6027]

Hi Jenna, I'm really enjoying your channel. I've been sewing forever and I think you did a great job on your wedding dress!!! Elle

[@tovalevine7737]

Just completed a dress, so cute and easy wow!

[@mickmousebuildahouse]

I just recently discovered the magic of double gathered! Id definitely recommend it it stops you from catching the fabric when stitching the bodice 😊

[@margotogilvie4478]

I noted that too. Takes a bit longer but neater finished garment.

[@maureenmunro2826]

No disclaimer needed....it’s perfect!

[@amyx231]

I’m gonna make one of these!!! But maybe I’ll just hand stitch the front strap onto the back afterwards… I don’t think I want those dangling ends. Though I guess this way makes it more versatile depending on the look you want…. Sliding buckles maybe?

[@MadebyMeredith]

I’m in desperate need of spring/summer dresses so thank you for the timely tutorial!

[@JennaPhipps]

You are sooooo welcome! ❤️

[@celestial4650]

Thank you so much for the tutorial it was easy to understand and you explained it so well with such simplicity. I followed get tutorial and it turned out well! Thank you

[@deadgrl77]

I'm halfway done hand sewing this 🤞🏻 about to start the skirt

[@AdirondackJenScott74]

Chopsticks or heavy duty waterborne straw makes strap flipping easier!

[@mshapurji]

How long did you make your straps? I love the length of the straps after they are tied. :)

[@imwearingthis8634]

Ooh! I'm definitely gonna make something that looks like this! The bottom fabric is not really my cup of tea (but I love love love the top one!

[@Lauranne95]

Hi! Complete bginner here 🙋‍♀I love how accessible this tutorial is. I'm in the process of making this dress, it's the first dress I've ever made. I have a question and I wonder if anyone could help me out. At about 13:20 she shows how you sew over the lining of the top. How can you make sure you're sewing on the same fold as the front of the dress? I've just completed this step and now I have two seams on the bottom of the top. It's not very pretty and it has some folds in it. If anyone could give me some tips that would be so nice!

[@toriirons3114]

i love this!!! so unique but i really think the patterns work so well!

[@JennaPhipps]

Thank you!! ❤️ I was sooo nervous they weren't going to work out together but I ended up loving it 😍

[@wilfredbaker3647]

WOW!! So Easy and Simple. Thanks Jenna. 2 thumbs up!

[@JennaPhipps]

THANK YOU! ❤️

[@tarecna11]

tried this and it turned out great!! thank u sm for this tutorial

[@genavievelefaye]

I am going to make this dress tomorrow. In cute halloween fabric!!! Thank you for the idea!

[@Bbyowls1]

This video is soooooo helpful! I’m gonna attempt my first dress based off this! ❤

[@patriciasiefert7140]

I thought you were crazy for the prints, but it came out amazing!

[@cuckoobanana1110]

It is awesome! Something you’ll see at urban

[@fentreacy]

I am in LOVE with this dress

[@FrannyBeepsAttic]

Very cute! You wear it well!

[@amazingvictory5224]

Wow what a cute dress and you look stunning sis. You are sooooo talented. Take care and Be safe. Love you sis.💖❤💖❤💖❤💖❤💖❤💖

[@hannahkemperman691]

I remember at the beginning of this year you said one of your goals was to hit 100k and I KNEW it would happen wayyy before the end of the year cause you and your videos are AMAZING! Somehow I missed it and you’re already well beyond, but congrats on 100K girl you deserve it and wayyy more!❤️❤️

[@JennaPhipps]

Thank you so much! That means the world that you believed in me from the start 😍

[@riekodi5508]

Amazing!!! Great job! Love the dress. You’ve inspured me to make one just like yours. I’m off tonthe thrift store. Thanks so much for sharing. God bless.❤

[@indesrpringles5356]

So cute....and summery.

[@lorindaleben6201]

When you modeled the dress at the end of the video. It reminded me of sailor moon lol

[@michellecollins-betz736]

I would have sewn the hem before I sew up the sides, then do a French seam, made the skirt as a lined.

[@maiasakshuish9015]

Oh my god best tutorial ever made turned out exactly as I hoped I can’t believe it Thankyou Thankyou Thankyou Jenna!!!!!! ❤❤❤