Free pattern: Fit and Flare Dress

This Fit and Flare Dress by Deby from So Sew Easy might well become your go-to dress, either for everyday wear or when you want to dress up. It’s fitted through the bust and waist (with design lines in the front and back so you can fit it to your shape), and then flares out at the hips. It has a scoop neck and short sleeves. Her tutorial includes a free pattern, written instructions, and also video instructions. Her free pattern comes in sizes for 31 – 48″ bust.

Click below for her free pattern:

Fit and Flare Dress – free pattern, by So Sew Easy

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!