How to Sew the ITALIQUE Dress: A Step-by-Step Video Tutorial for Sewing with Knit Fabrics

A new hand-sewn knit dress has arrived at Maison Fauve, and believe me, it's a real gem! Introducing Italique, the new turtleneck dress pattern with a relaxed, elongated fit, available as a top or a long dress with a side slit.

Rated at an intermediate level, ITALIQUE offers several variations: long sleeves or sleeveless, top or dress, to create a comfortable and ultra-feminine silhouette. Easy to wear during the day, the beautiful Italique will also look divine as an evening dress with the right accessories. The pattern is also quick to sew, making you want to create it in whatever style inspires you.
Paired with our selection of ribbed viscose knit in the Italique sewing box, you'll have everything you need to get started (the hardest part will be choosing a color from the selection offered).

And for a sewing experience designed down to the last detail, here is the step-by-step tutorial: you'll learn to master the main knit sewing techniques and make your model step by step.

Which fabrics to choose for sewing ITALIQUE?

The ITALIQUE pattern is made exclusively with stretch knit fabric, such as ribbed cotton or viscose jersey, cut-and-sewn knit, or stretch milano.

To make your sewing project a success:

• Use a special jersey needle, whose rounded tip preserves the fabric fibers.

• Select a stretch stitch on your sewing machine if you choose this assembly method.

• On the overlocker, adjust the differential to maintain the elasticity of the seams. This is the method we explain in the video.

• For hems, opt for a double stretch needle to achieve a clean and professional finish.

Are you intimidated by sewing knit fabric? Find all our tips in our dedicated tutorial:
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You can also find our ribbed knit fabric and our selection of special sweatshirt and knit haberdashery to equip yourself.

The ITALIQUE pattern is available as a pocket pattern or in a sewing box with Maison Fauve ribbed knit, so you can start your project with everything you need.

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Thanks to this detailed video, you will be able to follow the key construction steps and make a knit piece that is as pleasant to wear as it is to sew.