How to Make Prom Gowns
Prom is right around the corner and the last thing you want to spend is money. Show your creativity and express yourself by making your own prom dress. You can pick the style, fabric and texture and create a very stylish dress.
- Choose a prom dress pattern. There are a lot of patterns to choose from when making your own prom dress. Go online to choose a pattern or simply visit a local boutique. Several fabric shops sell a variety of patterns that are sure to meet your prom dress needs. This is the time to choose whether you want a full-length dress or a two piece dress.
- Measure your waist and chest area to make certain of proper measurements.
- Prep your pattern. Making your own prom dress means setting your own pattern if you do not find one at a local boutique. To set your own pattern, simply use an old t-shirt and create your designed neckline and design on the t-shirt. Use your newly created pattern to begin making your own prom dress.
- Cut out your pattern with your desired material. Make sure to make the correct measurements regarding the size of your corset and skirt for your prom dress.
- Pin the fabric together using pins. To make the sewing process easier, pin your prom dress together with pins. This holds the dress together while you sew the dress a little at a time.
- Sew the cut out fabric together following your pattern. This can be a very tedious part of the job. Turn the fabric inside out to ensure no stitching lines are showing.
- Try on your newly sewed prom dress. To make sure the prom dress fits make sure to try it on. Make alterations as needed.