The women's “Lalah” balloon dress is a great idea for sewing beginners who want to try their first sewing projects with jersey or sweatshirt fabric. It is a really comfortably cut dress that also works perfectly as homewear.
What makes this pattern special are the integrated pockets. They are simply sewn into the side seam. You basically just sew around the pocket. Then it is turned inside out, giving the loosely cut dress its beautiful shape.
The fact that it is so quick and easy to sew makes the balloon dress a perfect project for beginners. All you need is an overlocker.
Because the quick dress is made entirely with an overlocker. However, if your sewing machine has a stretch stitch, you can just as easily sew the balloon dress with it too.
How is the balloon dress cut?
Above the waist, the dress has a comfortable but somewhat fitted cut. In the hip and thigh area, the pattern widens into a moderate balloon shape, which tapers slightly towards the bottom hem. The loosely cut sleeves are marked in 3 lengths in the pattern. The dress comes in 2 lengths: approx. knee-length and approx. calf-length.
What you should be able to do
Which fabrics are suitable for the balloon dress?
The pattern is designed for stretchy fabrics. Very suitable options include, for example:
What you need for sewing
- stretchy fabrics like jersey, sweatshirt, knit, or thin fleece
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Scissors*
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Rotary cutter*
- Marking pen
- Sewing thread in a matching color
- Overlocker or sewing machine
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