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Learn to Sew a Beginner Pinafore Dress

Start your dress-making journey with this beginner-friendly online sewing class featuring the Knox Pinafore Dress pattern. Learn to create a stylish layering piece with unique side panels and convenient pockets. This class teaches essential techniques for constructing a modern pinafore with dropped, squared armholes and clever panel construction. Perfect for beginners, this no-closure design makes for an approachable first garment project while creating a versatile piece for your wardrobe.

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If you like to wear layers, Knox will fit right into your wardrobe. This clever pinafore is full of fun details to sew, and the pattern is very beginner-friendly. The side panels create dropped, squared armholes for a unique silhouette, and you’ll also find pockets set into the panels. No closures are needed to layer this pinafore over your favorite tee or button-up shirt.

In this class, you’ll learn:


  • How to select fabric for your Knox

  • How to attach single fold bias tape to the neckline

  • How to sew the side panels and pockets

  • Plus, see each step from the instructions in action

Learn to Sew a Beginner Pinafore Dress

Here’s what you’ll need for this project:


  • Knox pinafore pattern

  • All-purpose polyester sewing thread

  • Sewing machine needle

  • 1 yard (.9 meters) of 1/2” (13 mm) single fold bias tape

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