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Shirred Summer Dress Tutorial

Simple sew zero waste make.

Have you ever fancied trying shirring but thought it looked too difficult? Well this is your sign to give it a go! Shirring is actually super simple and can be used on a variety of projects including dresses, skirts and tops. This tutorial will show you how to make a really simple but super pretty summer dress and the best part is it is a zero waste make!

Let's Find Some Fabric

Shirred Dress Video Tutorial

Things you will need to make this lovely shirred dress.

This beautiful dress will make a great addition to your summer wardrobe. Choose a lovely lightweight fabric to stay cool on those warm days!

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  2. Shirring Elastic white

     

    Shirring Elastic white

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    £1.30

    This thread is used to create shirring on fabric. Watch our tutorial on making a shirred dress to see it in action!

  3. Gutermann Thread To Match 100m

     

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  1. Wine Corduroy Fabric

     

    Wine Corduroy Fabric

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    £10.00 / Metre

    100% Cotton corduroy fabric, 8 wale. Suitable for dressmaking, curtains, cushions and soft furnishing. Free samples available.

  2. H370 Crazy Daisy

     

    H370 Crazy Daisy

    £8.00 / Metre

    Playful design printed on a high quality cotton fabric. Ideal for most of your dressmaking projects like dresses, blouses etc.

    Also suitable for crafting and quilting.

    Free samples available.

  3. H371 Funky Fish Marine

     

    H371 Funky Fish Marine

    £8.00 / Metre

    Playful design printed on a high quality cotton fabric. Ideal for most of your dressmaking projects like dresses, blouses etc.

    Also suitable for crafting and quilting.

    Free samples available.

  4. H372 Solar Patchwork Noir

     

    H372 Solar Patchwork Noir

    £8.00 / Metre

    Playful design printed on a high quality cotton fabric. Ideal for most of your dressmaking projects like dresses, blouses etc.

    Also suitable for crafting and quilting.

    Free samples available.

  5. H373 Jazzy Jungle Blue

     

    H373 Jazzy Jungle Blue

    £8.00 / Metre

    Playful design printed on a high quality cotton fabric. Ideal for most of your dressmaking projects like dresses, blouses etc.

    Also suitable for crafting and quilting.

    Free samples available.

  6. H364 Raphael Rustic Stripe Rust

     

    H364 Raphael Rustic Stripe Rust

    £14.00 / Metre

    This is a stunning cotton which handles similar to a linen. It would make beautiful curtains and cushions but equally could be used for dressmaking. The fabric is woven so the design is visible on both sides of the cloth which also makes it perfect for tablecloths and napkins. 

    Free samples available so you can feel how gorgeous this cloth is before making a purchase!

  7. H363 Raphael Rustic Stripe Linen

     

    H363 Raphael Rustic Stripe Linen

    OUT OF STOCK
    £14.00 / Metre

    This is a stunning cotton which handles similar to a linen. It would make beautiful curtains and cushions but equally could be used for dressmaking. The fabric is woven so the design is visible on both sides of the cloth which also makes it perfect for tablecloths and napkins. 

    Free samples available so you can feel how gorgeous this cloth is before making a purchase!

  8. H362 Rustic Pierre Stripe Rust

     

    H362 Rustic Pierre Stripe Rust

    £14.00 / Metre

    This is a stunning cotton which handles similar to a linen. It would make beautiful curtains and cushions but equally could be used for dressmaking. The fabric is woven so the design is visible on both sides of the cloth which also makes it perfect for tablecloths and napkins. 

    Free samples available so you can feel how gorgeous this cloth is before making a purchase!