Trisha Smith: Lydia and Robin
Join Trisha Smith in this hands-on class to complete 2 must have dresses. Learn new techniques or hone old ones from one of the best in the industry.
Project 1: Lydia Sweet Elegance Dress
Project 1: Lydia Sweet Elegance Dress
Oh how sweet she will look in this beautiful heirloom dress.
The bodice is created by joining rows of Swiss Embroidered insertion, entredeux and lace insertion. you will learn many heirloom sewing techniques while making this dress such as lace to entredeux, entredeux to flat fabric, gathered fabric to entredeux and much more. The square neckline and angel sleeves are finished with lace edging which opens up the opportunity to learn how to roll and whip lace to fabric on the angel sleeves. The dress has a one inch growth tuck at the hem line which is both functional and pretty. This dress is sure to become a treasured heirloom that will be passed down through the generations.
Details are given for sizes 2 – 10.
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Project 2: Robin Delightful Gathers Dress
A dress reminiscent of days gone by.
The uniquely shaped bodice is accented with small narrow ruffles, which are finished with a tiny rolled hem done on the sewing machine. You are going to love this finishing technique and it will become one that you use again and again. The bodice armholes and neck edge are finished with a small narrow binding. The skirt on this dress is made up of several rows of gathered tiers to complete the very feminine look. Just wait and see how nicely the gathered seams are completed. the dress buttons in the back and a ribbon sash that ties in the front completes the look. If desired, delicate hand embroidery can add a beautiful finishing touch to the bodice.
Pattern is sized 2-12.
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Skill Level:
intermediate
Skill Details:
Intermediate-Advanced
Materials Included:
Pricing is for the class only. The purchase of a kit for each garment is required for the class.
Requirements:
Kit Fee for Lydia with Swiss Batiste fabric Sizes 2-5 $208.00 and Sizes 6-8 $240.00
Kit Fee for Lydia with Lawn fabric Sizes 2-5 $138.00 and Sizes 6-8 $165.00
Kit Fee for Robin Sizes 2-4 $72.00, Sizes 2-7 $94.00and Sizes 8-12 $98.75
Instructor Name:
Trisha Smith
Trisha Smith: Lydia and Robin
Cost:
$ 229.00