How to Sew Napkins
All levels | 20 min 21 sec
Introduction
00:40
Materials
01:09
Three Ways to Make Napkins
07:45
05:27
05:20
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This caftan is an easy-breezy wardrobe staple, made from a single rectangle of fabric with a drawstring to add a lovely shape. Liesl shows you how to sew this as a top, or longer if you’d prefer a tunic or dress. Included in her instruction is how to use interfacing on the neck facing, and hand printing the caftan for a totally customizable, elegant garment.
Here’s what you’ll need:
  • sewing machine
  • iron
  • measuring tape
  • neck facing pattern
Materials:
  • 2-3 yards of fabric
  • thread
  • lightweight interfacing
  • fabric pen or chalk
Downloads:
Learn how to:
  • Use interfacing on the neck facing
  • Hand print your caftan

What you’ll get:
  • An easy-to-follow lesson on making a linen caftan
  • 11 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
  • Itemized supply list
  • Downloadable PDF pattern included - $16 value
  • Step-by-step instruction by designer Liesl Gibson
  • The ability to leave comments, ask questions and interact with other students
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Linen Caftan Reviews
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Linda Lembo

Clear and simply presented. We'll done Laura

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fun and easy ,  thank you!

November 25, 2024
 
Marianne Damon

Quick and easy! She is so fun to watch & listen to...very clear instructions. I love that she presented three styles in a short timeframe.

November 18, 2024