DIY Chanel-Inspired Mini Dress with Square-Neckline & No Waist Seams + Sewing Pattern

Hi everyone! In this video I’ll show you how to sew this chanel-inspired, delicately elegant A-line dress with the cutest short sleeves & the prettiest square neckline :)
I’m using my Chantelle PDF downloadable sewing pattern, get it here:
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(Watch the second part of the tutorial here: • DIY Chanel-Inspired Mi... )
Here are the materials you’ll need:
1.7-2.15 m (1.85-2.35 yds) light-medium weight woven fabric
1.7-2.15 m (1.85-2.35 yds) lining fabric
0.5 m (0.6 yds) interfacing for a partially interfaced dress, or 1.7-2.15 m (1.85-2.35 yds) for a fully interfaced dress
Invisible zipper 56-60 cm (22”-24”) long
Zipper machine foot for invisible zipper
matching thread
glasshead pins
scissors
measurement tape
Chantelle pattern
I recommend using a woven medium-weight fabric that holds its shape and doesn’t stretch, and isn’t see-through. This is something like a suiting fabric, chenille twee, boucle tweed, and poplin. For the lining, use something like a viscose or a poly fabric.
Sewing tools used:
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[@manestage5403]

This is an example of why pressing as one sews can't be overstated. It really does make everything look clean and professional.

[@darknessfierce4209]

This is not not to be mean, but it would’ve been more educational to get less ironing in the video

[@A.a.319]

​@@darknessfierce4209 I don't agree. I feel what you said is a personal opinion not a fact. seeing how many people skip pressing and ironing its important to show it. if you are a person who is not being professionaly taught to sew and get your information from KZbin, its important the teaches show all their work even the annoying, monotonous, tedious steps. if they didn't the views could assume it just isn't that important or it is a personal choice. Teachers should always set an example.

[@lilydrury4529]

I just finished making this dress with the same fabric and i lined it with china silk, this dress is the loveliest thing i have ever made it is stunning in person. I made about 4 trial versions out of cotton and i only just figured out how to do the sleeves lol. Thank you so much :))

[@Flowers_look_weird]

May I ask what size you are? I just made this dress and the sizing in the end was EXTREMELY off.

[@CookieBruno100]

​@@Flowers_look_weirdsame.. it was much longer than at the model in the Video

[@Flowers_look_weird]

@ thank you! Was it just longer for you or also too loose?

[@ryenu]

I love how this dress looks! Elegant but cute and chic while still being feminine. My dream wardrobe to have in the future hopefully 🤞

[@FutureFendiFsnista]

OBSESSED with this fabric! 😍

[@JaimiGray]

Great job with amazing, concise details & instructions for people still learning.

[@maryann1187]

Love the dress! Esthetically, it should be just above the knee. I would’ve worn this back in the ‘60s! And now I know why my mom was always telling me to make my skirts/dresses longer!

[@Cassiee77]

Such a gorgeous dress! 😍💕 I already have my sewing pattern just waiting for my fabric to get here! 😊❤️ Can’t wait for part 2! 😋

[@DressmakingAmore]

Thank you so much! I'll be posting part 2 soon 🥰

[@eunique4ever]

Awww, nice❤

[@eunique4ever]

I would love to get the pattern, though it's a bit expensive

[@alyssabrennan5279]

I just made this! The video and instructions vary slightly in some places, but it was still easy to follow. Love how it turned out! Thanks for making the pattern!

[@zahrafakhri8868]

I hope some of your pattern tutorials were free because I am living in a country which I can't pay international:)))

[@reesereserved]

same here

[@almxndmilk3183]

I need part 2 !!!! This dress is soo beautiful

[@DressmakingAmore]

Thank you so much - part 2 is coming soon! ❤️

[@arendalatelier]

Now I need part two to finish it without lining!

[@vishmutha1704]

Hey can you plz show how we can make patterns for ourselves.... This can be helpful to us plzzz... It's a request And your work really deserves ❤ ur too good at your work as well as explaining it.... Keep it up....

[@orlamdc]

Really fabulous. Looking forward to part 2.

[@DressmakingAmore]

Thank you - it'll be uploaded in just a few hours!

[@NolChheangLeng-js3cn]

This dress is so beautiful

[@gracefleming6143]

Nice dress. Too bad there is not a video that shows taking measurements and making dresses according to measurements.

[@jumpingllamas11]

What you really mean is…you don’t want to pay for it

[@gracefleming6143]

@jumpingllamas11 pay for what? how to do measurements? Or to buy a dress? Trolls behind private pages are always the slowest ones. Get a life and get a hobby 🙄

[@jumpingllamas11]

@@gracefleming6143 for the pattern that gives you these instructions. I have a hobby, it’s supporting the channels that make us these wonderful videos and patterns so we can make our own garments. Seems like you could use one yourself, instead of behind outright rude and thinking that will solve everything.

[@gracefleming6143]

@jumpingllamas11 I was rude? Which part? You are the rude one. Assuming I don't want to pay for anything. Was there a link selling the dress according to my measurements? No. There was a link to purchase the pattern yes. This proves to me right about you not having a hobby. Leaving rude stupid comments to strangers on the internet claiming to defend random KZbin creators who don't even know you exist. Quick question: When was the last time you touched grass? Or better yet, spend time with someone who actually cares for you? get therapy

[@gracefleming6143]

@jumpingllamas11 If I apologize for being rude, will you go get a life and focus on your 12 subscribers? Get a million actual fans, and I'll follow your struggle channel

[@honeybee8493]

you're soo lucky you sew like a haute couture 😢❤

[@뽀송-t3j]

Please also make a jumper skirt pattern using tweed fabric. With a princess line cut and a length that covers the knees.

[@rabeyasultana609]

really love this

[@kittentreats13]

This dress is beautiful! 🤍

[@brianna_Majestique]

I don't understand But the gown is amazing 😍 I wish I could sew like you

[@merouaaa]

Im in love 😭❤️

[@MsHalimatul]

Beautiful! Can you make a chanel series...I love to see that..😊

[@DressmakingAmore]

Thank you ❤️

[@FutureFendiFsnista]

Yes please!!! I second this!

[@ChinghonChingdon]

I love the dress

[@Khumbarti_Tripura]

Fabric is awesome

[@anamariaschomberg536]

C'est juste parfait, très joli robe 👗 j'adore ❤❤❤🌹🌹🌹

[@ommohamed22819]

رااائع ياريت لو تعملي لنا دروس وتعلمينا الطرق من الاول ❤❤❤

[@myspacemetime7712]

Gorgeous... Even your voice is so lovely 😍🌹

[@DressmakingAmore]

Thanks for watching and listening 🥰

[@KaiDargonzz]

When i get my utensils ill use it for a k-12 mel cosplay

[@asdisloyalty]

I absolutely love this fabric! Where do you love to shop to buy your fabrics? I want this in white chenille 😍💕

[@kutr2380]

I had used the download link provided in the caption to purchase the pattern, but I can't access the download link, please advise. Thank you.

[@shikinsaerah]

The sleeves ❤

[@Gulshan09luv]

Cute dress ever♡ Is it free pattern

[@Yorumcu63]

Great video

[@kisakyegelder7051]

Is it possible to make the length longer😊

[@aurorerich]

It does look like Chanel or Alessandra Rich. Very classy

[@vickipatridge5094]

Beautiful dress

[@Allahguest]

What kind of interfacing did you use ?

[@aalishas8438]

This looks so good. I'm size 2 at waist and hips but 3 inches less at bust than size 2 pattern. Is it possible to take in 3 inches at bust if I buy the size 2 pattern? Thank you so much:)

[@sodipoopeyemichristiana2002]

Please can you explain how to cut it on paper before cutting it on the fabrics

[@Demi_God423]

Lovely tutorial

[@DressmakingAmore]

Thanks for watching🩷

[@RiniDiamandis]

okay but i NEED to learn to sew ASAP !

[@zahraabdvie4333]

Thank you for the tutorial, the pattern site does not open for me Please send me the pdf 

[@anjramos6735]

can you make a tutorial dress below the knee something like that but below the knee length like 45 in

[@STEPHANIEDAWNMONTEBON]

Where can i get a pattern same like this? the link is not accessible in my country.

[@HomicidalTeaBreak]

I'm making this without lining, like you said you can, but I don't see any instructions on how to use the neckline pieces?

[@mari01500]

What type of interfacing did you used for the whole fabric? The detail box only list the tape.

[@rosamontanooficial]

Just beautiful 💕

[@DressmakingAmore]

Thank you! 😊

[@JNKJ_CiK]

Can someone explain why the lining isnt attached to the dress?

[@archanakhunte08]

Hey can you please tell me fabric you used.....and alternate fabric for similar appearance?

[@DressmakingAmore]

I used a Chenille tweed for this dress, but you can use bucle tweed or poplin 🩷

[@Marlyn_Says]

Ok so random question. Why not just sew the lining directly to each piece before sewing the pieces together? Would that not save on time?

[@lilydrury4529]

if you have a dress with lining you’ll notice it’s effectively a second version of the dress. it just makes the dress feel much better. if the lining and dress were sewed together to begin with it might warp the fabric when you sew and wash the garment

[@Marlyn_Says]

@@lilydrury4529 Ohhhh ok. Great to know. Thank you!

[@Yurnyxi]

Where did you get the fabric from? It’s so beautiful!

[@TaDarling1]

I found that fabric at Mood Fabrics online. I was amazed at all the different colors available.

[@etibiti]

Do you have to cut the pieces yourself (white piece) or you can buy it?

[@5kgxistiouvockzit7r94]

The pattern is NOT FREE (for anyone wondering or saving this for later)

[@girlsinnahoodvlogs]

Where do you get your fabric from friend? I love the style

[@DressmakingAmore]

This is a Chentille Tweed from Mood Fabrics ❤️

[@one_summer5959]

What size did she wear? Does the pdf size include seams?

[@ohsfer11820]

May I know what sewing machine your using cause I don't know what sort of sewing machine to purchase. Thank you

[@lizamay3703]

beautifully made dress but I would not make so short

[@Adanne09]

Please where did you get your ironing board, tailor's clapper, and that sphere that you used to iron the bust from?

[@xojassylove4023]

Hi what if I want to make it longer ?

[@LyndaBennab]

Can you give us the pattern please

[@Kat-mf7mt]

Cute dress with the fabric! Does this pattern have a longer length available in case we don't want a mini?

[@DressmakingAmore]

Thank you! You can make the dress length what ever you'd personally like it to be- simply measure down from the waist your desired length, and add the same amount to all the needed pattern pieces :)

[@NolChheangLeng-js3cn]

I think so.

[@shalinibagwari4378]

Please share the drafting of this dress.

[@marena48]

Hi! I just bought you pattern and currently attempting to make it. Are you adding double interfacing? One on the whole pattern and then interfacing strips on the edges as well? Or are the strips on the edges only for those who do not want to interface the whole dress?

[@MayThaeOo-e4s]

l love it❤

[@DressmakingAmore]

🥰❤️

[@RachelK-fz9lw]

Love it

[@Queenuniverse721]

Where can find patterns to make dress

[@shaheentabassum8084]

Fabric name please 🙏

[@Miztivin]

It's a tweed fabric, if that helps.

[@kikykhetsuda2117]

Hello, can i use cotton fabric.

[@agc8244]

How do we get the pattern ?

[@fabymoncayo8650]

Que tela usaste ??? ...gracias

[@afiiik1]

Such a beautiful dress ❤ too bad my measurements are all over the place to use the pattern. It will be easier for me to use my sloper. I'll certainly recommend the pattern to my friends with more regular bodies 😅

[@FlorenceEssien-u4s]

I love the dress very much .please show me how to make the pattern

[@afiiik1]

I like to watch Closet Historian videos for pattern manipulations here are two videos that are helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZrVgayXm7ODqbssi=yghNW6lc-HEP1KpO kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppa0qK2QnJ18jdksi=SpK7DLuf83CTlzkQ

[@ishuqureshi140]

From where to get that pdf??

[@Catcat-pv2rt]

Esto se ve difícil, hace dos días aprendí a enebrar la aguja en la máquina y cocí unos calzones con hoyos

[@walterrocha1265]

Muito bom ,legal mesmo

[@Lura-j1k]

اريد الوصول الى هذا المستوى 😩

[@DressmakingAmore]

practice is key to improving no matter what skill level you're at :) ❤ Cherring you on 🤗

[@Lura-j1k]

@@DressmakingAmore اني ما اعرف انكليزي

[@mariamgergs6941]

الترجمة : التدرب هو مفتاح النجاح لأي مهارة ايا كان مستواك. تحياتي لكي ❤️

[@fathimahaja169]

@@DressmakingAmore you are right.

[@Lura-j1k]

@@mariamgergs6941 شكرا ♥️

[@AG-zh7zl]

I always believed that a "woven blanket" was all that was needed to sew a Chanel-inspired outfit.

[@oluwapelumicoker7963]

No pattern drafting section

[@DressmakingAmore]

I do not teach pattern drafting ❤

[@harrietarthur4622]

Please can you add teaching of how to draft your patterns to the videos

[@DressmakingAmore]

I don't teach pattern drafting ❤️

[@nashaina98]

😍😍😍

[@S206-c8k]

لماذا وضعت شريط على اطراف القطع ؟

[@Ganna-Mel]

Для стабілізації тканини, від осипання та перекосу під час шиття, чи прасування тканини. Адже такий твід має рихле переплетення.

[@harrietarthur4622]

How can I get the pattern

[@DressmakingAmore]

You can get the pattern here: dressmakingamore.com/products/chantellepattern

[@KhushiRao-r7n]

Without pattern cant understand

[@lindaasu]

What is the fabric content?

[@DressmakingAmore]

I'm using a Chenille tweed here from Mood Fabrics :)

[@sadiashah7027]

❤❤

[@DressmakingAmore]

❤️

[@asmitadas4575]

Hello ! I am a viewer of your channel and I love your designs. I'm a beginner in sewing. I am trying out things watching your videos. My parent's Anniversary is comming in a few days. I wanted to gift my mom a handmade dress(made by me) but I have problem regarding that. So I wanted to ask you. Would it okay with you to help me out a bit?

[@RachelK-fz9lw]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@luismiguelgarciacanan5245]

Lindo vestido XL

[@N.A.M.G.]

Y la parte 2???? ☹️

[@DressmakingAmore]

It'll be uploaded in just a few hours!

[@TaDarling1]

I'm disappointed that the video doesn't cover attaching the front and back neckline facing for those who are not lining the dress.

[@stephanykethuen-tv1lo]

T5

[@clarissanatara1513]

Can you give us some bahasa Indonesia sub??, i dont really can understand what you say:((,i want make that beautiful dress to

[@satsumamoon]

My problem is thst its $17 and you dont even get a real pattern. You have to print it out on lots of little a4 sheets of printer paper and selotape them all together....and then you have this cumbersome product instead of a tissue pattern you can put neatly into an a5 envelope.

[@still_your_zelda]

That’s pretty standard with online sewing patterns unfortunately

[@satsumamoon]

@@still_your_zelda First time Ive encountered such a thing. Ive actually just bought two from amazon , they cost €21 for both inc shipping payment , and they arrived as normal tissue patterns.

[@ivividly]

Tried to buy the pattern but it says it’s sold out. How can a pdf pattern be sold out 🤷‍♀️. Looks lovely so a tad disappointed.

[@mariantoniettagioia4450]

Buongiorno si può realizzare più lungo?

[@Lovelyrunnerkdrama]

Where is measured 😢

[@DressmakingAmore]

More detailed instructions are included with the purchase of the pattern ❤️

[@sabrinsalem8292]

Pattern sis slvp

[@olgashch7200]

Якби довжина була до коліна, було б значно елегантніше, а так надто коротко, і це спрощує і здешевлює образ

[@Flowers_look_weird]

Welp, I made this dress, turns out that the measurements of the pattern are extremely off. I measured to be a size S, but it looked on me as if it were a size L. Also, don’t recommend this pattern for people with a high waist, since the waist came down to my hips. All in all extremely disappointing, 1/5 stars for effort.

[@margolenney6032]

Dress does she mean Blouse? Or Tunic.

[@shikinsaerah]

The sleeves ❤