Making a pattern and sewing a transformer dress yourself

Every girl, young woman, woman dreams of creating a full wardrobe using a minimum of things, but of good quality. This goal can be achieved if you use transformer clothes. Such things are distinguished by their versatility and functionality due to their cut. Thanks to a well-thought-out style and sewing, you can create a lot of different outfits from one thing due to the different folding of parts. For example, only in the magazine "Burda" are various options of such products with a detailed pattern constantly provided.

Necessary tools

It is worth starting with the selection of the necessary tools. The devices required are the simplest and in minimal quantities. The list consists of the following items:

• set of safety pins;
• needle and thread for basting;
• sewing machine;
• sharp scissors for cutting fabric;
• measuring tape for taking measurements.

In addition to tools, you also need materials. Initially, you need to pay attention to the fabric. The choice of the type of textile is determined by the purposes for which the dress is made. In any case, the fabric should be of high quality and beautiful, so as not to cheapen the item. The next step will be the selection of threads that will match the color of the material. It would not be superfluous to prepare fittings and decorative elements.

Preparing the material and taking measurements

Initially, it is worth deciding on the model of the outfit. If it is a thing for everyday wear, then it is advisable to choose a medium length with a simple bodice. For the beach, you can choose more open options with a minimum length. Evening cut involves the presence of maximum length and an original cut of the upper part. To determine all these nuances for the pattern, it is worth taking measurements correctly, acting according to this scheme:

1. To determine the hem length, place the measuring tape at your waist and lower it to the desired length.
2. Next, determine the waist circumference. Divide the resulting figure by 4. At this stage, work with the skirt is complete.
3. The next step is to take measurements of the top. First, determine the chest circumference. From this line, drop a perpendicular to the waist line. This will be the length of the top.
4. To form the belt, measure the circumference of the torso below the waist line - where the skirt begins.
5. Determining the length of the ties. It is thanks to their design that various collars and necklines are created.

As for the preparation of the material, it is worth paying attention to the characteristics of the textile, especially satin, chiffon and natural silk.

Stages of creating a pattern and cutting rules for a transformer dress

After taking the main measurements, you can begin to construct and prepare the pattern. This stage is completely determined by the type of construction of the product. If you are making an evening version of the item, then you should use a simple construction scheme.

In the presented version, only the top part of the product is transformed. There are also more unique models, for example, a transformer dress-skirt. In this case, you can “play” not only with the ties, but with the length of the hem of the skirt.

Sewing technology of a transformer dress

After making the pattern, there is only one question left regarding how to sew a transformer dress. The technology is not complicated, but requires compliance with some nuances.

Master class on sewing:

1. First, the top is made. The part should be folded in half and basted along the seam. It is advisable to try it on. To make the part fit well on the figure, it is worth sewing a wide elastic band to the top.
2. Next, make the belt. Fold the piece in half lengthwise, stitch on a sewing machine and turn it inside out.
3. Overcast the ties along the edges. This step can be skipped if the fabric does not divide into threads in the cutting area.
4. Prepares the skirt. Fold the hem and stitch. Insert elastic into the waistband.

All seams must be stitched with one type of stitch - zigzag or overlock.

The final step is to assemble all the pieces together. Use safety pins or a basting stitch to connect the pieces. Then use a sewing machine to sew the ties to the skirt. Then sew the belt to the place where all the pieces are joined. The top is attached to the top of the belt on the inside.

Pattern and sewing of a transformer cardigan

In addition to transforming dresses, you can make other things of this kind. Due to the weather conditions, you often have to wear cardigans, so you should think about making a transforming version so that you can create unique looks every day.

For a cardigan, it is worth choosing dense knitwear of the highest grade. Additionally, you will need threads in the same color, a sewing machine and accessories. A transformable cardigan, the pattern and sewing of which is within the power of even a novice seamstress.

If you use this pattern, you will have to form only a few seams, since the pattern of the product is formed from a single piece of knitwear. The assembly looks like this:

1. Sew the seams of the sleeves and stitch them on a sewing machine.
2. Sew the sleeves into the main part of the garment.
3. Process the cuts along the perimeter of the cuts.

Particular attention should be paid to the processing of the cuts. In order not to weigh down the edges, it is worth stitching it with a "zigzag" at a distance of 0.5-1 cm from the cut loops.

Pattern and sewing of a transformer sweater

You can make a sweater using the same technology as a cardigan. Usually, knitwear with a large knit pattern is used for this option, but any warm type of textile can be suitable. In order not to weigh down the product with unnecessary details, it is worth choosing models that do not have sleeves.

It is easy and quick to make a half-sun blouse, in which a wide belt plays a significant role in terms of transformation. Usually, there are at least 10 options in terms of transformation, and sewing takes 20-30 minutes.

The complete pattern for a “transformer sweater” looks like this:

Sewing is done as follows:

1. It is necessary to determine the parameters of the product. The main indicator will be the diameter of the circumference of the base of the sweater.
2. Next, the belt is made. It is advisable to make the part wide. This will simplify the work and fixation of the element at the time of transformation.
3. Cut out all the pieces from a single piece of fabric. It turns out that you only need to sew the belt, and the base of the sweater will be seamless and solid.
4. Considerable attention should be paid to the processing of seams. In this situation, much depends on the type of fabric. If it is knitwear, then it is better to use the method as when sewing a cardigan. In other cases, a hem is formed with subsequent stitching of the perimeter.
5. In the center of the finished circle, holes are cut for the arms, which also need to be processed. The method is identical to that for the edges of the base part.

At this stage, the jacket is ready. You can additionally "attach" the sleeves-pipes. This can give a finished look and will not affect the degree of transformation.

Sewing transformable items is a unique opportunity to create many basic wardrobe items with minimal expenditure of money and time. The principle of creation does not differ in complex cutting or sewing techniques, so even a novice needlewoman can cope with the task. Thanks to the unique cut, you can make many new and unique images from one item.