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|January 09, 2026
Sew a relaxed-fit dress using just your measurements for elegant yet comfortable style
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HOW TO MAKE... A MAXI DRESS
MATERIALS
3-3.5 metres of 140cm wide drapey woven such as viscose, crepe or silk
12mm waistband elastic the length of the waist
1.5-2m of 1cm wide bias binding (shop bought or make your own)
Fabric marking pens or chalk
Straight and curved rulers
Matching thread
Basic sewing kit
NOTES
Seam allowance is 1cm and hem allowance is 2.5cm, unless otherwise stated
Find more sewing guides at gathered.how
SKIRT-CUT TWO
Step one Measure from your waistline to 10cm above the knee. Add 4cm (eg. 46+4 = 50). Mark this length vertically on the fold.
This story is from the January 09, 2026 edition of Daily Record.
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