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Irish Daily Mirror

January 09, 2026

Sew a relaxed-fit dress using just your measurements for elegant yet comfortable style

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.

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