Megan Shirt, Overalls, and/or Dress

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Join Lulu Ferris to watch the complete class and sew along at your own pace.

What you’ll make

Megan is a modular children’s pattern built around a front-opening top. Make a shirt, attach the harem-style pants for overalls, or add a gathered skirt for a dress.

The top can include gathered ruffles along its front seams or be simplified without them. The skirt and pants can also be sewn as separates for a coordinated outfit.

What you’ll learn in this class

Prepare curved edges for woven or knit fabric.
Reinforce the front fastening area.
Gather and insert optional ruffles.
Finish woven and knit necklines appropriately.
Sew a four-step buttonhole or install snaps.
Assemble and attach the harem-style pants.
Make belt loops and a fabric belt.

Woven or knit fabric

Megan can be sewn in woven or knit fabric, and the class explains the different finishes each requires. The floral sample uses woven cotton; another sample uses knit fabric.

Interfacing reinforces the button or snap area. Woven curves may also need staystitching or fusible stay tape, while fraying edges can be finished with a zigzag or serger.

Make it your own

Choose ruffles or a plain front, buttons or snaps, and a joined or separate outfit. The gathered skirt can be adjusted to your preferred length.

The skirt may also be finished as a separate elastic-waist style, while the top can be hemmed and worn as a shirt.

For more buttonhole guidance, see the Amelia Dress and Marina Skirt classes.

Children’s sizes

The Megan pattern covers sizes 2/3 through 12/13 years.

The video class includes the downloadable Megan pattern with top, pants, overalls, and dress options.

Pattern & materials

Patterns are included with membership

Active members can download every available PDF and materials list.

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