How To Alter A Dress: Shorten the Hem

Changing the proportions of a garment can change the look completely! Using the Montana Dress from Style Arc patterns as an example, watch me style this midi dress with various heel heights to alter the proportion of the leg to the skirt--and then change the skirt length to alter the proportions of the dress! This exercise can help you think about how small changes have big impact with your handmade garments.