It’s Fun to Sew—Cotton School Dress
Reading edition
Prepared by THETA JOHNSON Clothing Specialist, Extension Service Utah State University Logan, Utah
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Where to find page
Your guide for the project 1
Plan your project 1
Your anklets 2
Improve your grooming 2
Care of your hair 2
Patterns for you 3
Fabrics you will like 4
Before you start to sew 5
Study your pattern 5
Straighten your fabric 5
Pin and cut 6
Check your machine 6
Practice on an easy-to-make article 7
Drawstring bag 7
Swimming robe 8
Apron or scarf 9
Make clothes for school or play 9
Blouse 9
Gathered skirt 9
Gored skirt 12
School dress 12
How does your costume look to you? 12
Tips for easier sewing 13
Belt keepers 16
Darts 13
Facings 14
Fastenings 16
Gathers 11
Guide lines 13
Hems 15
Markings 13
Seams 14
Seam finishes 14
Skirt band 11
Skirt placket 10
Stay-stitching 13
Tailor’s tacks 13
Complete your record book 17
Show others what you have learned 17
Exhibits 17
Demonstrations 17
Are you ready for the next project? 17
Read this book from cover to cover before you start your project.
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