How to add straps to a strapless dress

I realize I just did a tutorial on adding sleeves to something, but this one was already on my other blog, so I thought it'd be easy enough to paste it over here. I did this project a while ago and didn't take near enough pictures for a proper tutorial, but it's a very simple project, so hopefully this will be enough. Normally I like to wait to show the final product in a big reveal at the end, but I think the instructions will be a lot more clear if I show you what we're making first. We…

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Strapless dresses can be uncomfortable if you are constantly worrying about the dress slipping down. Straps can make you feel infinitely more comfortable, and also, can make your dress look more flattering. Luckily, if you have basic...

Strapless dresses can be uncomfortable if you are constantly worrying about the dress slipping down. Straps can make you feel infinitely more comfortable, and also, can make your dress look more flattering. Luckily, if you have basic...

I would really love some advice! I originally had zero intention of EVER choosing a strapless dress. I originally chose a dress with straps and an open back, but my...

step by step tutorial: how to add sleeves to a strapless dress

Laura Nash, owner of Sew Chic Patterns, blogs about sewing and pattern making.

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I’ll be the first to admit, as much as I’m not a prude, I can’t go strapless. It has to do with, ahem, other things. So with the heat of summer upon us, I was flipping through my sundresses. (I’m not much of a shorts person – when it gets hot, I pull out the […]