Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
🪡 Need to take a dress in but looking for different techniques? In this video, Jo returns with two more simple and effective ways to size down a dress, giving you even more options to achieve a flattering fit without compromising the original design.
Whether you're altering a handmade garment, adjusting a shop bought dress or refining the fit of your latest sewing project, these practical techniques will help you create a garment that feels like it was made just for you.
🧵 In this video, Jo covers:
✔️ Two additional methods for sizing down a dress
✔️ How to choose the best alteration for different dress styles
✔️ Where to remove excess fabric for the most natural fit
✔️ Maintaining the balance and proportions of your garment
✔️ Professional finishing techniques for invisible alterations
✔️ Tips for avoiding common fitting mistakes
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📚 Additional Resources:
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🪡 Need to take a dress in but looking for different techniques? In this video, Jo returns with two more simple and effective ways to size down a dress, giving you even more options to achieve a flattering fit without compromising the original design.
Whether you're altering a handmade garment, adjusting a shop bought dress or refining the fit of your latest sewing project, these practical techniques will help you create a garment that feels like it was made just for you.
🧵 In this video, Jo covers:
✔️ Two additional methods for sizing down a dress
✔️ How to choose the best alteration for different dress styles
✔️ Where to remove excess fabric for the most natural fit
✔️ Maintaining the balance and proportions of your garment
✔️ Professional finishing techniques for invisible alterations
✔️ Tips for avoiding common fitting mistakes
🧵 Follow along with Dianne:
You can find everything mentioned in this video here: minerva.com/post/273253
🔔 Subscribe and Turn on Notifications:
Don't miss a single stitch! Subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications to stay updated on each new video in the series.
👀 Want to browse our new fabric arrivals? Click here: minerva.com/mp?sort=latest&new-arrivals=yes
✨ Minerva Craft Club:
Don't forget, you can save 10% on all orders for a year when you join the Minerva Craft Club - For more information you can follow the link here: minerva.com/craft-club
🌍 Also, did you know we offer worldwide shipping? That's right! Wherever you are, we'll deliver your favourite fabrics and patterns straight to your doorstep. Find out more here: minerva.com/help?id=3
📚 Additional Resources:
If you're new to sewing or need a refresher on certain techniques, check out our Learn to Sew series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlIwtAy1pUoR94iI0Q_T9xlwck-0516_h&si=BLd-hI0EoZ8f8d4A for step-by-step guidance.
👉 Connect With Us:
Instagram: instagram.com/minervadotcom
Facebook: facebook.com/minervadotcom
Website: minerva.com
#DressAlterations
#Dressmaking
#SewingTutorial
#SewingTips
#GarmentAlterations
#LearnToSew
#PatternHacking
#MinervaMakes
