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SEW THE SIDE BODICE TO THE CENTER BODICE FOR MAIN AND LINING Pin the side front bodice pieces to the center front bodice. Pin the side back pieces to the center back bodice pieces. Repeat for the lining. Sew and clip the curved seams, being careful not to clip into the seam. Press the seam
Unless noted the seam allowance included is 3/8″ ( 1 cm) for joined seams. First, clip or mark notches indicated by ‘T’ marks. STAYSTITCH THE MAIN BODICE NECKLINE Before handling your cut pieces too much, sew a stitch line 1/4″ (0.6 cm) away from the fabric edge on the front and back main bodice pieces
We are happy to bring you a sew along for the Shay Dress pattern. The sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also have community-lead sewing support in our Facebook group, or you can email us directly for additional support. GATHERING SUPPLIES Before we begin sewing, here’s what you’ll
Sharing tester photos with you is always a favorite part of release! Shay was such a fun pattern to test thanks to all of these wonderful makers. I’m so grateful for their feedback and expertise. Versions shared on social media, and RTW inspiration will be saved on our Shay Dress Pinterest Board. We’ll continue adding
If you are looking for help fitting your Shay dress pattern, you’ve found the right post! We have put together this post covering the most common fitting adjustments for the Shay. Find fitting posts for each of our patterns in the fitting and custom adjustments library here. Please check out our Shay Tester Inspiration post
The Shay has been in the works for such a long time, and it feels incredible to finally release the pattern. Choosing fabrics for the Shay was such a fun part of the process because there are SO many possibilities. Here we’ve pulled together just a few of our favorite fabrics along with a little
THE SHAY DRESS PATTERN IS FINALLY HERE! We have been sharing sneak peeks of this pattern for a long time! I originally drafted this dress for my brother’s wedding in 2021. He got married at the Shay Hotel, so it felt only right to give the pattern the same name. As things go, the development
