retreat classes > 1930 madeira dress

Here is a darling project for those wanting to create the perfect summer dress for any little girl. This adorable batiste dress features the sweetest scalloped collar and angel sleeves created entirely on the machine with easy Madeira Appliqué. What makes this project special is the unusual way the Madeira Appliqué is attached. Appliqué Cord is the technique of couching a cord with Point de Paris stitch, and in this lesson, it is used in two ways. A fine cord is sewn along the scallops, further accenting the curves while attaching the appliqué along the collar and sleeves. This technique is replicated identically to the hand sewn method and only the experts will be able to tell it was created by machine. The hem is also attached with appliqué cord, adding just the right accent to this adorable vintage inspired dress. Other techniques include folded release tucks and the quickest and easiest back placket imaginable. This pattern is available in sizes 2, 4, and 6.