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 need for your Shay:
- The Shay Pattern
- Washed and pressed fabric: we have a fabric resource post here.
- Tricot fusible interfacing: we recommend this tricot fusible interfacing from Wawak.
- View A | Center Back Zipper (shown in blue): 18″ (46 cm) invisible zipper and an invisible zipper foot.
- View B | Center Front Buttons (shown in floral): 18, 1/2″ (12.7 cm) buttons.
VIEW A | Center Back Zipper Closure
VIEW B | Center Front Button Closure
Optional Notions
- View A Center Back Zipper: Hook & Eye and a regular zipper foot
- Tailors Chalk or Washable Fabric Marker
- Pressing Ham
- Point Turner
TIPS FOR CUTTING
When cutting your fabric and pattern, here are a few important notes to remember:
- Your fabric should be pre-washed the same way you plan to launder your garment.
- Read the information on each pattern piece.
- Grainlines are indicated on the pattern pieces. Place pattern pieces on the grainline, parallel to the selvage or fold.
- If the pattern says “Cut 2,” the pieces are mirror images of each other.
- If the pattern says “Cut on FOLD,” place the pattern edge exactly along the fold of the fabric.
- Clip all notches at 1/4” (0.6 cm) or less.
- Transfer all pattern markings to your fabric with a washable marker or chalk.
CUT LISTS
VIEW A | ZIPPER BACK W/SLEEVES
MAIN CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #5 – SLEEVES – CUT 2
- #6 – SLEEVE PLACKET FACING – CUT 2
- #7 – CUFFS – CUT 2
- #8 – SLEEVE TIES – CUT 4
- #9 – SKIRT TIER 1 – CUT 1 ON FOLD & CUT 2
- #10 – SKIRT TIER 2 – CUT 1 ON FOLD & CUT 2
- #11 – SKIRT TIER 3 – CUT 4
Skirt pattern pieces can be cut on the grain or cross grain if you would like to change the print direction or help with pattern yield.
LINING CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 2
FUSIBLE INTERFACING CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #6 – SLEEVE PLACKET FACING – CUT 2
- #13 – CENTER BACK BODICE FUSIBLE – CUT 2
- #14 – CENTER BACK SKIRT FUSIBLE – CUT 2
VIEW A | ZIPPER BACK TANK
MAIN CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #9 – SKIRT TIER 1 – CUT 1 ON FOLD & CUT 2
- #10 – SKIRT TIER 2 – CUT 1 ON FOLD & CUT 2
- #11 – SKIRT TIER 3 – CUT 4
Skirt pattern pieces can be cut on the grain or cross grain if you would like to change the print direction or help with pattern yield.
LINING CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 2
FUSIBLE INTERFACING CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #13 – CENTER BACK BODICE FUSIBLE – CUT 2
- #14 – CENTER BACK SKIRT FUSIBLE – CUT 2
VIEW B | BUTTON FRONT W/SLEEVES
MAIN CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #5 – SLEEVES – CUT 2
- #6 – SLEEVE PLACKET FACING – CUT 2
- #7 – CUFFS – CUT 2
- #8 – SLEEVE TIES – CUT 4
- #9 – SKIRT TIER 1 – CUT 1 ON FOLD & CUT 2
- #10 – SKIRT TIER 2 – CUT 1 ON FOLD & CUT 2
- #11 – SKIRT TIER 3 – CUT 4
- #12 – CENTER FRONT PLACKET – CUT 2
Skirt pattern pieces can be cut on the grain or cross grain if you would like to change the print direction or help with pattern yield.
LINING CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
FUSIBLE INTERFACING CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #6 – SLEEVE PLACKET FACING – CUT 2
- #12 – CENTER FRONT PLACKET – CUT 2
VIEW B | BUTTON FRONT TANK
MAIN CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #9 – SKIRT TIER 1 – CUT 1 ON FOLD & CUT 2
- #10 – SKIRT TIER 2 – CUT 1 ON FOLD & CUT 2
- #11 – SKIRT TIER 3 – CUT 4
- #12 – CENTER FRONT PLACKET – CUT 2
Skirt pattern pieces can be cut on the grain or cross grain if you would like to change the print direction or help with pattern yield.
LINING CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
FUSIBLE INTERFACING CUT LIST
- #1 A-D CUP – CENTER FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #2 A-D CUP – SIDE FRONT BODICE – CUT 2
- #3 – SIDE BACK BODICE – CUT 2
- #4 – CENTER BACK BODICE – CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #12 – CENTER FRONT PLACKET – CUT 2
Shay Sew Along Posts | Getting Started | Preparing the Bodice | Sew Bodice and Neckline, Finish Tank Armhole | Sew and Attach Sleeves | Sew and Gather Skirt Tiers | Zipper and Finishing View A | Button Placket and Finishing View B
