Home > Classes > Sewing > GarmentsSewing Essentials: The Isla Dress and Top

Known for her carefully crafted sewing patterns that stitch up into dressy-casual garments, Rae Hoekstra of the Made By Rae pattern line brings us a gorgeous sewing class based on her Isla pattern. This playful design for knit fabrics works just as easily as a top as it does a mid-length dress, and both variations feature simply shaped cap sleeves. Rae shares special techniques that make working with knits a breeze, such as using knit clips and shirring with elastic thread. The class includes a downloadable pattern, which features nine women’s sizes (XXS – Plus Size 3).

• Use elastic and shirring to make gathers
• Sew with knits without a serger
• Work with jersey
• Shorten or lengthen a bodice

 
What you’ll get:

• Step-by-step expert instruction on sewing a customizable dress and top out of knit fabric.
• 6 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
• Detailed supplies list and downloadable PDF with pattern pieces ($12 value)
• Step-by-step expert instruction from patternmaker, Rae Hoekstra
• The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students