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LORA SEW ALONG

The Lora dress has 12 loop buttons down the front, an empire waist with underbust gathers, and optional spaghetti straps or long puff sleeves. The pattern comes in four views. Views A and B are short, ending just above the knee. Views C and D are long, being hemmed a couple of inches above the ankle.

Pattern Format: PDF

Size Range: 0-18, 14-32

Fabric: Woven

Sewing Level: Intermediate

If you prefer video, check out our Lora Sewalong on YouTube here.


SHOP LORA

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Introducing the Lora dress.

Find all of the details on the Lora pattern in the introduction post here.

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FABRIC AND NOTIONS

Find information on recommended fabric and necessary notions for the Lora pattern.

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FITTING TIPS

Before getting started, review these helpful fitting tips for the Lora dress.



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STEPS 1-4 MARKINGS AND SKIRT

Transfer all of your markings, sew your darts and your skirt.

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STEPS 5-14 BODICE AND BUTTON LOOPS

Today we are working on the bodice, we will sew your bodice, make the facing, and attach your button loops.

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STEPS 15-20 FACING AND STRAPS

Today we will walk you through adding the facing and spaghetti straps for Views A & C.



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STEPS 21-35 FACING AND SLEEVES

Today we will walk you through adding the facing and sleeves for Views B & D.

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STEPS 36-39 FINISHING TOUCHES

Finish up your Lora dress by adding your buttons and hemming your dress.