Megan Shirt, Overalls, and/or Dress
In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to sew this fantastic pattern as a shirt, overalls, or a dress. Choose the combination you like best. Pattern included in sizes 2/3 through 12/13 years!
Project preview
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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.