A simple hack to turn the Front Pleat Shirt by The Assembly Line into a modern, easy-to-wear dress... a versatile update to this architectural pattern.
Inspired by a COS dress, I used the Drop Waist Dress sewing pattern by The Assembly Line and a beautiful Nani Iro double gauze to sew a modern, ruffled dress. With a slight pattern hack and handmade bias binding, this project came together effortlessly—and I’m already planning my next version in an Atelier Brunette poplin!
A simple sleeveless hack for the Shirt Dress by The Assembly Line — perfect for summer sewing and a great way to get more from this versatile pattern.
Sometimes the simplest of pattern hacks can create quite a difference to the overall silhouette of a garment. This is undoubtedly true of the recently sampled Culottes Sewing Pattern by The Assembly Line where they've extended the leg length by 15cm, as featured below.
These extended Culottes make a great co-ord styled above with the Poncho Shirt Sewing Pattern. This plaid two piece looks both contemporary and stylish, the sleek lines of the Culottes compliment the flared Pocho Shirt perfectly. The Assembly Line have also styled these Culottes with the Oversized Shirt Sewing Pattern and tie for a bold look in the following two photos.
Sometimes the simplest of sewing pattern hacks can create quite a difference to the overall silhouette and look of a garment. This idea is one that could easily be applied to many other sewing patterns...
I’ve made the Almost Long Trousers by The Assembly Line several times now. Here’s why it’s such an enjoyable, beginner-friendly pattern... and one I keep coming back to.