Be your own Designer

1. How to make a unique dress yourself
Have you always dreamed of that one dress that fits you perfectly? Then simply make the
dress yourself! It is very nice to make your own dress and it does not have to be difficult at
all. We explain step by step how to make a dress. This way we ensure that the end result is
the way you want it.
1. Choose a good pattern for the dress
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Making a dress starts with using a good pattern. You can easily find/buy/download this online,
but you can also create a pattern yourself.
Patterns determine the specific sizes of the dress and the parts that make up the dress. Above
all, choose a pattern that fits your figure (or the figure of the person who will wear it of course).
Tip: look in your own wardrobe for dresses whose print/colours are out of fashion but that are
still modern in terms of fit and model. You probably won't wear this dress anymore. Take it
apart and you immediately have a perfect pattern!
2. Take your measurements
If you have a standard pattern (purchased), then there are often also instructions for how to
measure the measurements so that the dress will fit well.
It can be difficult when you make a dress for yourself to take your own measurements. Ask
someone to help you take your measurements.

2. Tip: you will (in step 5) cut the fabric based on your measurements. Always use the rule of
thumb to measure twice and cut once. Once cut, there is no way back!
3. Select the appropriate fabric type for your dress
You now know which dress you are going to make, have a pattern and the right sizes. But
without dust, no dress! Choosing the right substance determines the end result. Would you like
advice about this? Call or chat us, we are happy to think along with you!
Tips for choosing a fabric
Material
Every fabric has unique properties. For example, cotton is easy to wash and very
durable, polyester retains its colour very well (also in the sun), silk is a fabric that is
very lightweight and comfortable, and polyamide is very strong and crease-free. As
you can see the choice is very large and you have to think about this carefully. Choose
a fabric that matches the look of the dress, but also pay attention to comfort and
washing instructions.
Colour and design
Look carefully at which colour suits you. Not every colour or design matches yourown
style. Now you can opt for standard fabrics with a standard design that you like. But
you can also design it yourself and have it printed on fabric. It sounds difficult but it is
not.
Create your own design on fabric
Do you create a design yourself? Make sure that the relationship between yourdesign
and the dress is correct. The beauty of your own design is that almost anything is
possible. From a pattern, to colour gradient, detailed drawings or even photographic

3. images. Always buy a little more fabric than you actually need so that you always have
enough. When printing (due tothe shrinking of dust), the actual size may deviate
slightly.
Tip: make sure your fabric is thick enough so that you don't need an under dress or two layers.
4. Wash the fabric
Before you cut and sew, it is very important to remove all creases and stains. The fabric can
always shrink a little during the first wash. If you order the fabric on our webshop, this is not
the case. We already wash the fabric in our production process, so that almost all shrinkage is
eliminated.
Tip: look carefully at the washing instructions for the selected fabric. It sounds logical, but a
wrong temperature/position can be disastrous.

4. 5. Cut the fabric to size
Place the fabric on a flat surface and ensure that all creases are out. Fold the fabric in half once,
so that you immediately have two identical parts for the front and back of the dress when
cutting.
Do you use a fabric with a photo print? Then you have more freedom to move around with the
pattern, so that you get a nice image on the front and back. If you want a dress with sleeves,
cut it out separately and sew it on later.
Make sure you always add about 2.5 centimetres of space on the side of the fabric when
cutting for the hem. This is especially important if you have used your own dress as a pattern
because with a pattern this space is often included and not with a personal dress as a pattern.
Tip: if you want to be sure of a symmetrical shape, fold the fabric in half lengthwise and cut out
half of a pattern from the folded side. Then unfold it and you have a nice symmetrical shape.

5. 6. Start sewing
Most of the patterns you purchase also include sewing instructions. It explains exactly how to
sew the dress. If you have no instruction, here are some tips:
Make sure that the parts (front and back) are neatly on top of each other and pin it. Be very
precise in this, especially with a pattern that should fit nicely together.
First sew the sides together with a zigzag stitch. Turn the dress inside out and fold about an inch
above and below the edge. Flatten it then with an iron, the edge stays in place to sew the hem
neatly. For the hems you can use a straight stitch, because it looks nicer.