Austin Dress Sewing Kit

Austin is a semi-fitted sleeveless dress with armhole darts and a keyhole opening at the centre front. Customise the Austin with your choice of a knee length A-line or midi-length gathered skirt and add optional patch pockets to carry snacks for you (and your furry friends!). Topstitched seams and button band closures at the side seams add both function and interest.

Pattern: Austin Dress from Grainline Studio

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

What you should know (or desire to learn): Sewing gathers, buttons and buttonholes, attaching a facing

Fabric: Black and Blue Gingham Linen - Gingham worked for Dorothy and it can work for you! This yarn dye check (each square about 3/8") alternates black linen and bright blue threads for a look that is bright and stunning. The medium drape of the fabric will give some flow; the dry linen hand will ensure it is cool and breathable. Turn it into a truly gorgeous dress!

Also in this box: Matching thread, fusible interfacing, 16 buttons, and a sewing machine needle.