Praise Dance Overlay Pattern -- Super Easy

How to make a very simple, very appropriate, overlay for praise dancing.
Pattern: McCall's 6121
Suggested fabric: knits
Tips:
Cut the neckline higher in the front for modesty. (I cut mine based on the back neckline to create a boatneck style.)
Add several inches in length to ensure full coverage.
Cut the side seam all the way to the ed for added drape.
Embellish the sides, front and back hems, or even the neckline to customize the piece.
Happy sewing!
See the video response to see this style in action.

[@readytooshine2002]

Thank you for sharing. May the Lord richly bless you for the way you share and bless others.

[@blessedbev1]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, it is very helpful. One suggestion I have is that you should have shown your completed work, maybe by wearing it after so that we could see what the finished product looks like. Keep up the good work, because it is very hard to find tutorials on praise garment making. God bless!

[@TiffyC19]

Thank you soooooo much for making this video im a praise dancer who wants to learn how to make my own praise overlays ive been searching everywhere for a video to help me make them and MrsMill Hull brought me here and im so excited to start this:) thanks a bunch

[@yarntaz]

Thank you, Sister, for freely giving. You are a blessing, truly.

[@taneishawray]

thank you sister for doing this. I have looked at so many sites to purchase dance wrapper and others things for our worshipers.I have not sewn in years but this has made it so easy for me

[@authordancerpoetgift]

That makes me so happy to hear Taneisha!! There are many wonderful options out there for you for buying praise dance apparel, but if you can make some yourself, why not?! :-) Especially this one. I hope you subscribed to the channel because I'm going to be sharing a new pattern very soon. Or you can get a day-by-day sneak peek of the new pattern by liking my Facebook page. If you haven't already, it's facebook.com/mishundakay.

[@sympleemi11]

Thank you so much for posting this video and sharing your gifts. May God continue to bless you and your gift.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

No problem, Cheryl. I just wanted to be a blessing to someone who might not have any idea where to start. I love the 6121. Make it in a million colors, add trim... It's versatile and incredibly forgiving.

[@cherylkirksey]

Thanks Sis!!!!! This isn't the one I thought you were doing but I love it just the same!!!!!

[@kbelyew5013]

Finding this today has been a HUGE blessing - may you reap what you have 'sewn' a hundred fold! God bless you!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Thank you sew much! That pattern is impossible to find anymore it seems, but you can create the same look from a tshirt or tank top by adding a curve out from the armpit. I really need to update this video with a new version for something that is available. I am going to make that my project for the week. Thanks for watching.

[@FootoftheCrossMinistries]

Thank you my Eagle sister!!!!! GOD bless you, I can't wait to try this!!!!

[@endlessincome3726]

I haven't sewn in years but I'm super excited to try this for my youth praise dance group! Thank you for this blessing!

[@soniaraine1943]

Love your spirit, energy and sense of humor. Thank you for being a blessing

[@authordancerpoetgift]

I am really overwhelmed by the number of people who have viewed this video. I am so glad you all have found it helpful. Would love to see your garments. If you have a video, please share or post your picture on my Facebook page at facebook.com/mishundakay.

[@HisHemDanceMinistry]

Thank you, Ms. Mishunda, for sharing your talents and encouragement! Who knows, I might go pull my machine out . . .

[@karlastargen6115]

This video has blessed our dance ministry more than I can tell you. Thank you so much for sharing. I even went and bought a surge after seeing how it cuts Wow exciting. Love it

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Aww, thank you love. I appreciate it. It really has never taken me more than 3 yard of fabric for virtually every size on the envelope. If it's your first time sewing, ask one of the associates at your fabric store to help you in determining how much fabric you need. Ask the one who's smiling... I notice that's usually the one who is the most helpful. Get a knit fabric, something with some stretch, and you'll be just fine! Super easy!

[@gbarcenas1028]

Thank you so much for making this video. I am new at sewing and want to start making overlays for my church ladies dance ministry. This video helped so much. I have sewing machine and hope to get a serge machine soon. Thanks again for taking time to make this video. God bless.

[@FiveCentDenoms]

My girlfriend called me and suggested I watch this video (as she was on her way to Walmart to purchase her a sewing machine ), and I must say, " I loved every minute of it". As a beginner, this is just the pattern I'm looking for and her ( as a Minister of Dance ), has just found her new passion...sewing. So thanks for a great video, it is much appreciated. 👊🏾💯👼🏼

[@authordancerpoetgift]

that makes me so happy to hear. I hope you enjoy every minute of your sewing. God bless.

[@mickiholloway5962]

Thank you for this video. We are just starting a praise dance team at my church and I have to make the dresses. This has helped me tremendously.

[@godbepraised1]

Thanks for the tips! God bless you and your ministry!

[@antoinette6251]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. I am a praise dance leader and at times I find myself making overlays I'm not as skilled seamstress and this video really help me alot. I pray that when I do make my next overlay it will turn out as great.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

i am sure it will be lovely!

[@Bobbim45]

I bought the Vouge 8651 patterns today. I was able to get the last 2 patterns for $10! This is exactly what I have been looking for!! I can't wait to start sewing. I had to leave the fabric store as I wanted to buy so much fabric! Thank you for sharing this with us:)

[@authordancerpoetgift]

LOL! Who hasn't been there? I need a fabric store chaperone.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Any luck yet Bobbi?

[@Bobbim45]

Not yet. Been so busy with other stuff. hopefully soon!

[@maryfaux9743]

Thank you for this video. I have never sewed anything except for a few praise worship flags. You gave me the courage to tackle the overlay tunic top. I could not get the pattern you suggested but got another pattern and adapted it. Will send pix when finished! Thanks and God bless!!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

So glad. Yes, that 6121 is not available anymore it seems. You could use an existing tank as your template, but glad you made it work.

[@JaeLeesa]

Mary Faux Greetings, What Template Did You Substitute With?

[@JaeLeesa]

I Meant Pattern, Sorry

[@silviaperez9642]

Wow amen! What a blessing may God keep blessing you and using you greatly :)

[@authordancerpoetgift]

thank you dear! i need to update this video. that pattern is gone from production.

[@averyrichardson412]

I am absolutely amazed!

[@doreenschmid9776]

Truly enjoyed this video.Thank you for the inspiration.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Glad you enjoyed or found it helpful.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

ooooh... great song. A dear friend of mine duid a dance to that one and as far i have ever been concerned nailed it. no need for anyone else to do it, so i never even considered it. but i will think about it. um... wow. i don't even know if i'm up to it.i'll listen to it and see.

[@prophetessbettysims8463]

Thanks for these instructions. I am going to get the pattern! .

[@Wencyn]

Thank you so much! This is priceless. Blessings in abunDANCE! Eagle love

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Blessings to you Eagle Cynthia. :-) Love the abunDANCE!!

[@felishaphillips]

Blessings to you! Thank you soooo much for this tutorial, I was looking for a simple inexpensive solution for a tunic.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

So glad this helped. It's sew, sew easy and very convenient. If you ever find yourself in need of a quick tunic or overlay in a color you don't have already, this one can be put together very quickly.

[@kesium]

Mishunda Mathis, Dance Minister how about making mime robe for male praise dance ..

[@marlenelivermore8943]

This video was a Blessing. Thank you and God Bless you xXx

[@authordancerpoetgift]

You are very welcome! If you can't find the McCalls 6121, look for Vogue 8651. I think the McCalls might be out of print now. God bless you and happy sewing!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Aw, Tiffany you are so very welcome. This is exactly the reason I made the video. For someone like you! You'll see... it's super easy and very rewarding. If you have a Hancock Fabrics nearby, my recommendation is the Poly Interlock fabric. Ranges from 5.99 to 6.99 a yard regular price, but you can get a coupon or find it on sale. Happy sewing!!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Sun12Shine7, that is dead on! Definitely a great substitute. If you use V8651 just notice that just like with the McCall pattern it is too short as designed. Be sure you lengthen it for accurate coverage.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Thanks for the compliment and the comment. The still shot at the beginning and end of the video is actually the very garment that I made in the video. But I do understand what you mean. I had video of me me twirling in it but I thought the tutorial was already running long so I opted for the still shots. Sorry for the slow reply, but glad you enjoyed the video.

[@firstladybarrow]

Thank you. That IS easy!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

As easy as it gets I think. :-) Glad you liked it.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Thank you honey. Same to you.

[@dinahewing2717]

this is very inspiring!!

[@rachelvanbelling5256]

Thanx.Blessed day

[@janettathomson5567]

Eagle I thought your demonstration was very helpful. I'm not a sewer at all but my daughters have a praise dance ministry of their own and since most praise wear is so expensive I chose to find out how I can make or create their outfits without spending so much money. Also I wanted to know do you know how I can make a child's praise jumper?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

For mime, look for patterns in the costume section of the pattern books. You will probably find something like what you need.

[@thesupersusan]

Thank you so much .....

[@authordancerpoetgift]

You are more than welcome.

[@carmenrivera7927]

Hi sister idont speek to much inglish but im wich learnd to make scrub Ángel wing .is to Spencer. Im have grup in the church im make the custumes for all the sister .you cant help me .thank God bless you.

[@alexisjessie1655]

Hi I am a praise dancer/ worshiper and I love the overlays that you make do you make them for outside dance ministries?

[@ginavilsaint551]

Thank you so much!!!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Hi Gina. Glad you found this video helpful. Hope you subscribed to my channel... I am going to be reviewing another pattern that I think is great for praise dance very soon.

[@mariaburgos557]

what an awesome video....blessings to you my sister! im looking to learn how to do this garments for my dance ministry...and dont know anyhting about it. your video was so easy to understand! do they sell patterns just for this type of garments? how about the fabric do they sell fabrics cheaper online? can u shed some light my way? God bless!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Hi Maria. You know, there really doesn't seem to be a market, so to speak, for sacred garment patterns. Really, what you can do is find tops, tunics, or dress patterns that work well for dance. The McCall's 6121 that I am demonstrating here is a pattern for tank-style top. The package shows it worn with capri pants. You can shop for fabric online through a VARIETY of sources, however I am a touchy feely kind of girl. I honestly sew most often by inspiration. I walk into the fabric store and wait for the fabric to call me. (You know... the way we do with shoes, LOL!) Also, it's so hard to know what you're looking at online. When I find a great online source, I'll be sure to share it. But for now, shop your local fabric store. I don't know if that is helpful in the way you might have hoped but I hope it helps a little. You can shop clearance and sales and that will help reduce your cost.

[@thepropheticvoice-]

Thank you wanting to make different sizes

[@Sun12Shine7]

I have been looking for a praise dance pattern and tutorial. You helped on both counts. Thank you so much. I could not find McCalls 6121 - no longer in print. If you have an opportunity check out Vogue 8651 (a little more expensive unless you catch it on sale). Will that pattern work?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Perfect solution, dear. Absolutely a great choice.

[@Dottie1973]

If I could only sew!

[@famrodiguez4]

Hi! I really love this pattern and the fact that you are teaching us to do this so simply. We are beginner Praise and Worship Dancers and are looking to do easy stuff like this. Thank you so much! One question....Vogue only has s-xl......how do you measure to get plus sizes?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Aren't you sweet?! So glad you are enjoying this video. What I would recommend for those larger than the XL size is probably that you take a tshirt that fits the individual, just the sleeves off to give it the tank look, cut straight up the sides and then use the front piece to form your pattern. You will probably need to add some material to the sides to get your flare, but I really think it can work. I'll try it and create a video or reply back.

[@famrodiguez4]

Oh praise God! That would be a blessing! Thank you!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Wanda Sierva de Dios I haven't forgotten you Wanda, I've just been incredibly busy. But doing this video is high on my list of priorities as things are leveling off a little now.

[@carmengonzales282]

Great

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Anytime!

[@meshallejames8152]

Imtring tomdo dance with the only 2 girls in y church after not goingbto any church for about 12 years( lost faith) I just now went back I dont want in the wold im doing! As far as teaching it all I knos dress acoordingly so nothinshows that shouldn't..make the movement match the words and now how to sew tis garment! Lolol butGod knows I am going give it my best! Lol

[@daniellereid4]

Thanks for the video. You dont find a lot of videos from belivers like this. What's the model of your sewing machine?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Thank you! the serger is a Janome 3434D, still available at Hancock Fabrics last time I looked.

[@daniellereid4]

Thanks so mych

[@thejiggyjerry]

Your video was surely a blessing to me and I appreciate it. What kind of sewing machine are you using?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

I have a Janome 3434D serger I bought at Hancock Fabrics and a Brother Project Runway 50 stitch standard machine I bought at Walmart years ago. I think it's 50 stitches. I'm not looking at it.

[@cristinpalmer7179]

Do you know if they still sell this pattern?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

They do not unfortunately but you could draft one using a large tank and sort of mimic the curve/slope to create the length. I really should upload a self drafted tutorial some day. I am away from home but when I get back I'll give it a go!

[@meshallejames8152]

Everytimw iwatch this I be tickled.when she says"im not gonna show ya how to make MINE"!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Meshalle James lol!!! I had a reason for that, but it is funny to hear it now. My real goal was to show how to people who were maybe a little intimidated by sewing. It's such a simple top and it's so perfect for praise and worship.

[@meshallejames8152]

Mishunda Mathis, Dance Minister oh ..I absolutely LOVED THE VIDEO it was that part just kinda tickled me...

[@monicawright6893]

hey thank u for the video but i can't find this pattern

[@arkansasbabe706]

can not find this pattern can you suggest a different pattern for the overlay

[@SimplyAaliylah]

What pattern would I use to make mine robes

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Hi there. This pattern may not be in circulation anymore but I think it could be a good one to use. Look for something similar to a Matrix style trench coat or other coat patterns you cam maybe hack to your needs. sewing.patternreview.com/cgi-bin/patterns/sewingpatterns.pl?patternid=6120

[@SimplyAaliylah]

@@authordancerpoetgift do you think I could use a clergy robe pattern?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

@@SimplyAaliylah absolutely. If you can find one, you could definitely use it. I haven't seen one but I have not looked real hard to be honest since I did not need one. Good luck!

[@SimplyAaliylah]

@@authordancerpoetgift okay great, I’ve actually found a few. On butterick patterns.

[@keepinupwithkita2130]

Is there a pattern for kids sizes?

[@chryssypye87]

How much fabric do you use for the total piece? I love your video!

[@uniquelylanora5346]

Thank you so much for being a blessing. I had one question not sure if someone has asked what type of fabrics can you use for the overlays to make them flow?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Hi Lanora. I use a stretchy knit for these. I used satin in this video which will still flow well. Poly Interlock if shopping at Hancock; Jet Set if at Joann's works fairly well though I think it is a little slow, if that makes sense. Both are forgiving to those new to sewing.

[@uniquelylanora5346]

thank you:)

[@Cocol3ean]

What about the armholes? Wouldn't they need clean edging too? What do you recommend?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Yes indeed they would and I just use the same steps.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Or same hem method, I should say. You could just fold the arm holes in maybe a quarter inch and zigzag it. Boom! You got garments! :-)

[@allfrie]

Would you use this for a hanky hem also?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Same basic concept so yes. In short, the hanky hem is created from a square or rectangle with a circle cut from the center to create the waist. Take that and attach it to a bodice and BINGO!

[@allfrie]

Thanks you so much!!!!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

@@allfrie you are very welcome.

[@rachelvanbelling5256]

Hi thanx for ure video.God Bless.What tipe of material are u using for this garment please.

[@authordancerpoetgift]

God bless you. In this video, I am using a stretch satin but this works best with knits.

[@JaeLeesa]

Hello WOG ! Is There A Website That Sells A Wide Variety Of Dance Wear Patterns Or Patterns I Can Modify To Be Used For Dancewear Such As Dresses, Skirts, Palazzo Pants, Leotards And Overlays?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Hello! No, I haven't found a website for patterns, I just saw a pattern in McCall's that would clearly work. Look for tunics and dresses that can double as overlays. of course you can look at the costume patterns as well.

[@JaeLeesa]

Okay thanks. Could you recommend some of the ones you've found so far

[@RosieP1000]

I would like to know if there's a way to get that pattern?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Rosetta Peters Unfortunately it has been discontinued.

[@momachristine]

what pattern do you recommend in place of the 6121 pattern

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Christine hudson Hi Christine! I don't know why they took this pattern out of print. It's a great basic pattern and everywhere you look the hanky style top is available in stores. I can't say that I have found an alternate pattern, but you can use a tank top and draft a pattern from it. I would add some allowance to the sides so it moves. From there, measure how far down from the end of the tank top you need the overlay to hang. That becomes a straight cut across the width of the fabric. You eyeball a sort of J curve from the armpit to the selvage edge and presto. I found this link of someone who has followed the same concept and she has a great diagram of how to draft the pattern. Sew easy! www.definatalie.com/2016/03/09/hanky-hems-for-a-stuffed-up-week/ Best of luck to you! let me know how it goes.

[@momachristine]

Mishunda Mathis Dancer Author Poet Seamstress. Thank you very much. I 'll give it a shot

[@RoderickGooden]

did i miss a picture of the finished product ?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Yes, dear, it comes and goes quickly... but only because I had already made the video so long I never thought anyone would watch it. At the very beginning, right after the title, there is a still shot of the blue garment. Also one I made in yellow. You can see it in action in another one of my videos... several actually. But look at this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZPGln-KfJiFjKs. I'm wearing it and I'm the one in the point position, center on the floor. Bouncing around like I love the song because I do! LOL!

[@authordancerpoetgift]

Roderick, one of my viewers pointed out to me that this McCall's pattern was not available in the stores anymore, but Vogue 8651 is available. You can use that the exact same way.

[@RoderickGooden]

thank you

[@tracyadside339]

I am not skilled yet in sewing, can i contact you about making me an overlay please?

[@authordancerpoetgift]

tracy, you are welcome to contact me if you need to however you would probably fare better with ordering direct from a site or local seamstress. but feel free to send a message. :-) my schedule hasn't allowede to really sew, but we can see.

[@TrueivineWM]

Hello where can I purchase a serger

[@authordancerpoetgift]

TheTruedwm I bought mine at my local fabric store. You can look for a sewing machine shop in your area. You could search Amazon, as well. I like my Juno 3434D because it is very easy to use.

[@TrueivineWM]

Mishunda Mathis, Dance well thank you for your quick response