Smocked Ruthie is an Add-On pattern which includes instruction on how to smock the front and back skirts. Additionally, the pattern includes a classic banded puff sleeve and ruffle collar. This video shows step by step the construction of this new dress. The Smocked Ruthie Add-On pattern is included with this video lesson product and truly comes to life in this video. Inspired by our classic Bessie pattern, the Smocked Ruthie is a style that endures. This video lesson includes:
On-Demand Video sewing the smocked version of Ruthie from start to finish
Smocked Ruthie is an Add-On pattern which includes instruction on how to smock the front and back skirts. Additionally, the pattern includes a classic banded puff sleeve and ruffle collar. This video shows step by step the construction of this new dress. The Smocked Ruthie Add-On pattern is included with this video lesson product and truly comes to life in this video. Inspired by our classic Bessie pattern, the Smocked Ruthie is a style that endures. This video lesson includes:
On-Demand Video sewing the smocked version of Ruthie from start to finish
Childrenās Corner Smocked Ruthie Add-onĀ (included with this product)
Fabric ā dress and lining
Sewing Machine
Basic sewing supplies
Buttons (3/8ā) sizes 6mo ā 3 ā see chart on back cover
Buttons (1/2ā) sizes 4 ā 8 ā see chart on back cover
Corded piping ā 2 yards
Wonder Tape
Pleater/Access to Pleating Services
Featherweight fusible interfacing (optional)
Glue Baste-it (optional)
Solvy (optional)
How to work with the Add-On pattern pieces to construct this new dress.
Construction of a ruffle collar that can be used on any future Ruthie whether it is smocked or not.
How to properly measure skirt widths to fit each yoke.Ā NOTE: Our Instructions give you a cheat sheet with the measurements, but this is vital information to help with future patterns.
How to use Wonder Tape to expertly attach piping to smocked skirts
Accurate placement of smocking when attached to yokes.
