Sew a dress: Caftan — Effortless Style, Beautiful Finishes
Sunday 22 February 930am to 430pm with Kelda
Join us to sew the Lynn Caftan Blouse & Dress by Atelier Jupe — a relaxed, modern garment that’s as satisfying to sew as it is to wear. With its loose silhouette, elegant neckline, and versatile length options, this pattern is perfect for sewists ready to build confidence in garment construction while creating a wardrobe staple you’ll reach for again and again.
This workshop focuses on neat construction, finishing techniques, and understanding garment flow, making it an ideal next-step project for confident beginners and beyond.
Who this class is perfect for
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Confident beginners ready to sew their next garment
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Sewists wanting to improve finishing and construction skills
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Makers looking for an easy-to-wear, flattering blouse or dress
What you’ll learn
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Reading and working with a garment sewing pattern
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Cutting and preparing fabric accurately
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Sewing a clean neckline finish
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Constructing a loose-fit garment in the correct order
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Neat seam finishes and hemming techniques
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Troubleshooting common garment-sewing issues
The Project
The Lynn Caftan works beautifully in linen, cotton, or lightweight woven fabrics and is perfect for everyday wear or relaxed occasions.
What’s included
Please note: the fabric is not included. Pattern files and fabric requirements will be emailed upon booking.
What to bring
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Your fabric (requirements will be sent after booking)
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The Lynn Caftan PDF pattern, printed as A0 and traced to your preferred size.
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(Optional) Your own sewing machine with foot pedal and power cord
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Fabric scissors and sewing kit (kits available to purchase and have waiting for you in class)
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Your lunch - microwave and fridge available
Skill Level
Confident Beginner & Beyond
You should be comfortable threading and using a sewing machine and sewing basic seams.
What’s next?
Once you’ve sewn the Lynn Caftan, you’ll be ready to tackle more structured garments or explore fitting, sleeves, and design variations in our intermediate workshops.
👉 Ready to sew an effortlessly stylish garment? Book your spot and enjoy a relaxed, confidence-boosting sewing day.
