How to draft the EASIEST dress?! 3 simple versions. Be Your Own Designer!

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

HOW TO FINISH NECKLINE - kzbin.info/www/bejne/epPTk6drfJeaY6c HOW TO FINISH SEAMS -kzbin.info/www/bejne/haXOnnqvqcenfrc HOW TO HEM - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmrNY5qqn6uro5I ABOUT SEAM ALLOWANCES - kzbin.info/www/bejne/goKWn2ejls5snsk HOW TO DRAFT A BODICE BLOCK WITH DARTS - kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3uZhKesbsdroZI

[@wendycaro3062]

N8

[@nannyg964]

I just found you by accident and I absolutely love it. Thank you so much.

[@ClurTaylor]

I love your videos so much. Even if it’s not a project I want to make, your personality is so warm and welcoming that it feels like a big hug!

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

You are the sweetest! Thank you for being so kind! Sending you an extra big hug :)

[@HavilahGreen]

It was her personality that made me subscribed though I have not seen the full video and others!

[@Candy-y4f]

Thank you so much for sharing these videos. My Grandma had taught me to sew many years ago. I went without a sewing machine for years. I bought my daughters sewing machines for Christmas last year. I ended up with a sewing machine also. Your videos have brought me so far. It's a beautiful memory of my Grandma, even though she has passed away. I love the way you explain things. Thank you so much

[@vivenna]

Super adorable! I love the customizations on your daughter's dresses as well, they really show how customization can totally transform basic patterns. And the outfit combinations are super fun!

[@ireneparker8253]

I just finished watching this for the 3rd time. It is one of my favorites. I wanted to review how to use the folded paper to create a swing tunic. I have learned never to assume I know how to do something. A quick review is usually a real time saver. I am upcycling a giant man's t-shirt. I want to keep the bottom width but want the top more fitted. Thanks again for your help.

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Irene, hello there and I am so glad you found it useful! Your upcycle idea sounds like a really fun and good one :) here's a Members Extra about this dress, maybe you will find it helpful as well, it has more design options - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHmzp2qVh7Rlpdk

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the simple style of both your and your daughter's dresses!!! Your dress pattern has such as simple beauty to it. With the right fabric and print, the design of the dress pattern is perfect for just about any occasion. Add a few accessories like jewelry, a belt, a blazer, sweater, vest, etc. and the outfit has a completely different look. Thank you for another fascinating tutorial in pattern making, Alisa!!!

[@junderwood830]

Thank you for airing your videos! You have inspired me to sew once again after a long hiatus. Your storage ideas for patterns, drafting instructions, fabric choices, etc., have really helped to pull me back in, not to mention your sweet personality. I’m diving back in to see if I can fit this old woman body thanks to you.

[@SongbirdCollageArts]

I love this style because it’s easy to sew and flattering on so many different body types.

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Exactly! :)

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 💘

[@Penguinandpear]

Love love love this style of video! I couldn’t look away honestly loved it, so entertaining. The makes look great!!!

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Omg, I just read your message too and it put the biggest smile on my face! I am so glad that it was fun and entertaining!

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 🌺

[@bellacucina3209]

Why I always return to your channel, Alisa? Brilliant projects presented with detailed simplicity!!! Thank you again.

[@margaretmiddleton7513]

I am also from South Africa. Mesmerized. Thank you 😊

[@dashiajames1882]

I truly love your videos & confidence. I've literally never heard or came across a person saying that.

[@evelynferrer1322]

Very nice. Love all the dresses you made today. Thanks

[@clairemoore9012]

Love the butterfly print. Thanks for sharing this with us

[@LazyIRanch]

That print is wonderful! My favorite color is purple, accented with silver, white, and black. I love making folded fabric origami butterflies to use as accents and hair ornaments. Sure would love to find that print!

[@cloisterene]

Perfect dress for me, roomy styles work best in this semi-tropical climate.

[@imsewblessed1578]

You are soo beautiful Alisa …you truly are. As always your makes are fab. I love that you are not afraid to use colour and that you sew simple classic designs. I have been on a quilt making roll and have just finished my second quilt . Actually the one I just finished is a quillow for my grandson Remi. I’m planning on making one more for my grandson Jase. Then I’m moving on to summer dresses. 😊

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

All tthree dresses look cool. Thank you for the video.

[@marionlacey1074]

Your swing dresses, both small and tall😍 are absolutely gorgeous Alisa, and that cardi is just a perfect addition, as is your baby girl's leggings. Your videos are a joy to watch.....and learn from. Thank you! 🐾🌸

[@mufithabuhari4021]

This is so great and I think knit is the best for this pattern. I have already made something similar to this by tracing from an existing garment but did not turn well as it was not knit. Thanks Alisa for the inspiration.

[@Musicwarmsmysoul]

That is really clever. I have tried to "swing out" blouse hems before, but never found the resulting top portion of the dress flattering, probably because the process distorted the top. I can see how this method would help you avoid distorting that portion of the dress. May have to wiggle this into my sewing time!

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Oooooh, take a look at the Members Extra for this dress - I talk exactly about top part distortion if you do this with slash and spread method and how to avoid it :) I like this method too, just have to remember to double check waist/hip measurements before cutting.

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 😍🥰

[@lana7422]

Definitely gonna make this one. Thanks so much for the instructions for this really cute dress.

[@doloresw]

I have a solid knit that I have been not sure what I wanted to make. Originally I bought it to make a maxi dress from a tee shirt pattern but I didn't loke how the tee shirt turned out . This was from one of the very first garments I made 2 years ago. Since then it's just been sitting in my stash. Thanks!

[@celerinayu803]

I love love your videos especially the pattern drafting . Thank you for sharing....

[@TheNilda437]

Hey girl you always so easy to understand and your videos are the best keep it up the good 👍🏻 job

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Glad you like them! :)

[@glittergrandma]

Awesome. Your instructions are great. Many thanks for the inspiration. I’ll watch the cardigan video next. ❤

[@nikieberhardt4624]

Keep them coming sister💖💖💖💖

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 💐🌺

[@ffslof8807]

Can't wait till I am at this level :) It's perfect!

[@dhines3804]

Love these dresses!!! I wish I had a little one to make dresses for!

[@annmaines4964]

Thank you again!

[@veronicacolmenero924]

Thank you for this video. I was looking for a pattern for an easy, simple dress. I'm found it!

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Glad it was helpful! :) it really is easy :)

[@InAgatasCottage]

Beautiful dresses and great tutorial as always. Thank you

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Thanks so much 😊

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it.

[@sarahvandekendelaere8761]

You had me at "Hello" :) pictures of my version coming soooooon!

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

So excited! Yay! Glad you liked it!

[@victoriahannah1633]

Dresses are fantastic.

[@WanieB]

I really like this pattern. Your dress with the design at an angle is very nice.

[@triciapoulos3180]

I love this video, Thank you. Also, as a seventy-one year old grandmother, may I say without sounding creepy or weird, you are truly gorgeous, as well as talented!

[@janicespringstube1678]

Thank you so much for this video. 😎😊

[@68carolinas]

This is a cute pattern. Your videos have got me making my own patterns.😊

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Barbara, thank you so much for being here! Take a look at one of the recent Members Extra vids - there is an extra bit about doing a dress using this principle, but doing it slightly different. Here it is - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpubn6agbJZni68

[@evelyngautier3980]

Hi: Like always it's so great to here your voice. It's like a daily miracle. Stay safe. God bless. Oh... GREAT tutorial!!!

[@debbiesnyder762]

Love your videos. So cute all your projects

[@melanienavarro7330]

You are brilliant! Thank you so much for sharing

[@shanadt4163]

Thanks for sharing....lotsa 💘 from South Africa

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I hope you use this idea for your sewing and it helps you out :)

[@shanadt4163]

You inspire...I havent made anything for a while...watching this gave me some motivation again🌹

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 😍💖

[@joyscranfield5527]

Pretty dress!

[@victoriahannah1633]

Wonderful dresses.

[@jeanettebadger8066]

Love those dresses, you are amazing!!

[@lindagrant1832]

I love your videos so much this tells me to go on

[@kymclinton3140]

As always so easy so well explained

[@renaybray5079]

I love this dress! So cute and a must have in every wardrobe! Great job!

[@asgharalirajput9510]

Good morning Super Very nice Sharing wow Bic Like God bless you❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ArlenePMCM]

I love them all !

[@caroltice161]

I love this video.

[@rndsaneo2172]

I know you’re not in this season at the moment, but is there a way you could give it a go at making some form of nursing/breastfeeding top? Which of course we can take and turn it into a dress…I have a vision in my mind, and I’ve made a mock up, but I would love to see your approach to it. ❤️🙏 love this dress too btw! Thank you for sharing

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 🌺💐

[@robyn3349]

Thank you!

[@dawnlawson3682]

Am I the only one who clicks on the video and before it even starts you hit LIKE!?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Aww, thank you! :)

[@salonibuljeeon3607]

Very nice

[@rosannacarrasco3921]

Excelent. I love it.

[@windlessoriginals1150]

Thank you

[@saritavishwakarma9038]

I love you ❤ Alisha ji May mata rani give you good health and prosperity and you keep teaching us how to sew and cut in such an easy way 😍🙏 thank you dear

[@McJulieO]

Thanks so much! You make it look so EASY! The only problem I anticipate is having to have extra-wide fabric to make a longer skirt (or to accommodate a tall body) or to piece it somehow…. Oh…. And I wish that you had shown it with pockets (or would the near bias cut of the fabric at the side seams make pockets a problem?)

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I have a tutorial for side seam pockets in the skirt/dress, very detailed tutorial, but I would not do pockets in dresses like this because they are not stable enough to hold stuff, they will pull everything down. As per extra wide fabric - just get extra length to accommodate.

[@alilovesbeads1446]

I think your a wonderful lady I can sew basic but I'd love to make some of these dresses for myself im just a little confused on how I draft the pattern for my size im size 18 and wondered if I can make it a longer dress like a maxi I dont know how to

[@belovitunkti6607]

Yaaas nice

[@jacquelinehorton9983]

Love your fabulous ideas. But sooo scared of cutting my material. Why?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Jacqueline, I know how it feels. Watch this video, it will help you - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jofZfKqJlsamqpY

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it.💖

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 😍

[@sacocoasw]

The dresses are just beautiful, can you do a version with pockets?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I have multiple tutorials how to attach pockets to ANY garment, please find those tutorials on my channel and you will be able to do your own version with pockets.

[@innocencyike5630]

I love to watch you a lot because you have unique way of making patterns. Thank you so much for what you do. Please I need get that roll of pattern paper. I have be looking around but cannot find it. Tell me the name and where to get please. God bless you.

[@kathleenbigsmoke-mitchell4898]

Have you mentioned before about the hem dropping? If you have, I mustve missed it

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I have in a circle skirt video. I mostly wait for hem to drop when it is a circular design or might be a heavy garment or a lot of fabric in a dress, but I don't make dresses too often :)

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it.

[@TamNguyen-nl1cf]

Smart

[@SparkyOne549]

Thanks! I would like to make one, but I haven’t used any knits before. If I use a woven for a dress, what type of woven fabric to use for a dress?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I just posted to my community tab a video about which fabric to choose for which projects - it will help you out with your question.

[@angprincesa3793]

Do you have a video treating on different fabrics and where they are suitable for? Thank you

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Yes I do :) you can go and look it up on my channel :)

[@NeMiYa_]

Thanks madam

[@juliafreeman1049]

LOVE all your videos! I want to go and purchase fabric for adult size dress. Can you tell me about how much is needed?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Julia, it all depends on your size and the style of the dress. The most precise, sure way to know - draft the pattern first and then put it on the floor and measure or take it to the store with you. That's what I do :) hope this helps :)

[@Fiiscreativemoods]

Do you perhaps have a video on how to turn a basic bodice to a tank top?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Hello there, I have a cami/tank top video and you can use your bodice block as a starting point for it :)

[@genevievehusbands9682]

Is this dress made out of woven fabrics or a knit? I prefer to use woven

[@rajanishinde3318]

Good

[@sewwithfelicia]

Do you have a video on that binder? Great way to organize

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I do, go to my channel page and take a look :)

[@nikieberhardt4624]

Just looking at your pretty face and your body type I was thinking you'd look even better in a V neck if you're comfortable with that. Just sharing sharing ideas here.

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Oh yes, you can make so many different options and styles. I like V necks, but for some reason I really like higher neck shirts/t-shirts. It's the habit, I guess :) but you can use this for sooooooo many different ideas :)

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 💐💘

[@jwilson7327]

Thanks mam please can you share your dress measurements thanks 🙏 plz plz plz share so that I prepare for my self and my daughter 😊

[@malaanand7229]

Can you.pkease share a video showing basic drafting of this swing dress for an adult? Secondly can such a swing dress be made from regular cotton fabric or does it have to be a stretchy fabric? Also is the dress cut on a bias or on the grain lines?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

That's exactly how you draft a dress for an adult or a child - the principle does not change. CF and CB is on a straight grain. You can use any fabric as long as you have enough ease and width for cotton. If you use medium weight woven cotton - this dress will look like a tent.

[@ritasmith9553]

I have lost you at the area where you are putting a 'little extra room in the bust' for the one for the adult. I could sure use it!

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

1) you need to use a top pattern that fits you how you want it to fit - loose/tight/or however else. 2) watch the video again if needed - it is very straight forward, just follow the line that I show 3) if you still can't visualize it - take a printer sheet of paper, fold it the same way, put in a small scale patter on it and repeat steps after me.

[@ritasmith9553]

@@ThoughtfulCreativity I am just not following which line you are using/adding to -- to create the extra room in the bust area.

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Start at 3:05 and watch and listen again very carefully when I say "instead of matching these two points - shift the pattern down....". Or... Just use a top pattern that has as much room in the bust as you want so that you don't have to do this

[@ritasmith9553]

@@ThoughtfulCreativity I'll try it that way. Very cute dress! (Or maybe it is the cute young lady wearing it! haha!) Love the diagonal stripe on jersey.

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 🌺😍

[@ethelbruwer5295]

Can I make this dress to wear as a tunic over leggings South Africa

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Ethel, hi! :) Absolutely! Check out Members Extra video I posted yesterday - we talk about different lengths there. You can make it a top, a tunic, a dress, maxi dress - anything you would like.

[@ethelbruwer5295]

Thank you so so much.

[@nalisajackson547]

Can I use this same method for someone that's plus size??

[@inthekitchen8842]

I'm a bit confused about how to make the skirt part of the ladies dress. How long of a piece of tracing paper do I need??

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

It depends on how long and full will be your skirt, you don't have to do it this way, you can simply connect the top with an A-line skirt. You have instruction sheets for it on Google drive and there is Member extra as well :)

[@susanfoxwell5679]

Hi I am 67 need a hobby I love your dress I can sew basic but I threw my machine and all patterns because I didn’t know how I could make patterns fit me can you help do you do online course please

[@susanfoxwell5679]

Hi I am 67 need a hobby I love your dress I can sew basic but I threw my machine and all patterns because I didn’t know how I could make patterns fit me can you help please

[@nikieberhardt4624]

Could you please teach how to make tiered/ruffle layered tops? You know the ones that are 3 or more layers on top of each other and are very good for hiding a tummy and pretending it's just a ruffle layer? Lol

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 🥰

[@lovelylipbonesouwwwwwwwolv2198]

2:47 4:20 7:18 9:06 9:50

[@marialia2817]

Please can you kindly show us how to sew an elesticated knee length shorts? It's for ladies over 60. Many thanks. Maria Micallef Lia from Malta in the Mediterranean sea. God bless you.

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I already have the tutorial on the channel - go take a look, it is called 1 hour shorts/culottes and make them as long as you need.

[@lyphillips88]

Do you have a tutorial for the “burrito” method you mentioned?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Links below in the infobox. Burrito method in the tutorial on how to finish necklines in different ways .

[@judymarshall5668]

I want to join the monthly membership but i don't understand why it won't let me. I put in all my info and it gos nowhere. Is there only certain credit cards that it accepts? Please can you help..

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Judy, hi! KZbin actually takes care of the payment and I don't even have access to any of that data. I am not aware of any restrictions or taking only a particular type of payment :( I am so sorry I cannot be more help to you but I really don't have any access to the payment side of the Memberships.

[@judymarshall5668]

@@ThoughtfulCreativity ok thank you so much I just can't figure it out. It does say billing starts May first so I guess maybe it won't let me in until May :-) thanks for your help. I really want to be a member. I will keep trying. :-)

[@atelierangela3556]

💝✂️ I discovered a way to sew faster and easier even as a beginner, I talk more about it in my channel, I hope it helps those who need it. 🥰🌺

[@clairemoore9012]

I would like to add side pockets too🤷‍♀️

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I have a tutorial for side pockets in the channel - please go and look ;)

[@dashiajames1882]

I just have 1 question how do know the actual exact size ( small, medium, large) etc ??

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Once you have drafted your dress, take a measuring tape and measure the width of the dress and then compare to your waist and hips - the difference between your measurements and the measurements of the dress will tell you how big the dress will be on you.

[@annettarodriquez3383]

Hi Alisa, How can I become a member?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Annetta, hi! Thank you for being interested. All information is in the infobox underneath this video regarding memberships, just make sure you read it all. :)

[@Penguinandpear]

First :-)

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Yes you are! :D

[@ravenstewart5661]

What paper are you using to draft the pattern on this video?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

It is a medical tracing paper, go to my other tutorials and take a look in the infobox underneath the video, I usually leave links to my fav supplies.

[@jocelyneangol7422]

Where do you buy your cloth

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

I have a video about all the shops I buy fabric from online :)

[@flowergirlpower1991]

Nice. Invest in a transparent belt. That way you won't have to match to your outfit

[@dingerluna3435]

hello maam where to buy nice fabric but the price is not high

[@melikadavis6317]

Can you post the pattern for this dress

[@norasible2159]

Will this work for plus size?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Nora, just like mentioned in the video, once done - double check your waist + your hip measurements against the pattern and you will be able to confirms whether you are good to go or you need to make a new side seam for the dress.

[@sarahbrennan1342]

💛🤗💛🌺

[@jaivini12]

You didn’t cut the fabric in bias?

[@ThoughtfulCreativity]

Nope, it is 22.5 degree angle, no need to cut on the bias.

[@alicemcclure4504]

🥰🥰🥰❤❤❤