FULL COURSE FROM START TO FINISH
Plus Size Dress with a Strap
Professional Construction for Curvy Figures
This course is dedicated to sewing wedding and evening dresses for plus-size clients — starting from US 12 / EU 44 and larger (bust circumference 100 cm and above).
You will learn how to create a slim, proportionate silhouette using an inner corset, precise pattern alteration, and thoughtful construction — without overloading the dress or sacrificing comfort. It is a specialized plus-size construction technology designed specifically for real bodies.
COURSE CURRICULUM
Tutorial 1. Taking Measurements
Tutorial 2. Choosing Sewing Techniques for Large-Size Corset Garments
Tutorial 3. Calculating Pattern Alterations. Part 1
Tutorial 4. Calculating Pattern Alterations
Tutorial 5. Constructing the Corner for Attaching Shoulder Straps
Tutorial 6. Applying Alterations to the Pattern. Part 1
Tutorial 7. Applying Alterations to the Pattern. Part 2
Tutorial 8. Applying Alterations to the Pattern. Part 3
Tutorial 9. Preparing for the Cutting Process
Tutorial 10. Cutting the Lining of the Dress
Tutorial 11. Duplicating the Lining
Tutorial 12. Marking the Bones
Tutorial 13. Sewing Down the Princess Seams of the Lining
Tutorial 14. Sewing Bones onto the Front Half of the Dress
Tutorial 15. Sewing Bones onto the Front of the Dress (Continued)
Tutorial 16. Overlaying the Bones
Tutorial 17. Padding the Cups with Polyester Wadding
Tutorial 18. Duplicating the Cups. Preparing the Pieces for Draping
Tutorial 19. Draping the Back of the Dress
Tutorial 20. Draping the Front of the Dress. Part 1
Tutorial 21. Draping the Front of the Dress. Part 2
Tutorial 22. Securing the Drapes on the Dress
Tutorial 23. Sewing Down the Central Seam and the Side Seams of the Lining
Tutorial 24. Cutting the Skirts. Preparing to Insert the Zipper
Tutorial 25. Installing the Zippers into the Dress
Tutorial 26. Attaching the Skirts to the Dress.
Tutorial 27. Draping the Waistband. Securing the Drapes
Tutorial 28. Finishing the Lacing Area
Tutorial 29. Sewing the Shoulder Strap and a Modesty Flap
Tutorial 30. Embellishing the Dress with Lace Appliqué
Tutorial 31. Embellishing the Dress with Rhinestones
PATTERNS:
Sewing Patterns Download
What Makes This Course Different
Plus-size dresses require different logic, not bigger patterns.
In this course, you will learn:
How to build support for a larger bust
Why straps are essential for plus-size gowns — and how to design them correctly
How to control fit, balance, and weight using an inner corset
How to work with asymmetry (one-shoulder strap) without distortion
Every technique in this course is aimed at fit, stability, and visual harmony.
What You Will Learn
Plus-Size Pattern Calculation & Alteration
How to calculate and alter patterns for US 12 / EU 44 and larger
How to adapt patterns for a bust circumference of 100+ cm
How to maintain correct proportions while resizing
How to apply alterations step by step (without guesswork)
Inner Corset Construction
How to construct and reinforce the inner corset
Correct boning placement for plus-size support
How lining structure shapes the silhouette
Padding techniques for smooth bust shaping
One-Shoulder Strap Design
How to construct a one-shoulder asymmetrical dress
How to build the corner for strap attachment
The functional role of straps for plus-size garments
How to prevent slipping and distortion
Draping & Skirt Construction
Draping the bodice with inclined, ordered folds
Draping and shaping the waistband
Sewing a dress with a falling skirt
Joining elastic skirts to non-elastic lining
Closures & Finishing
Inserting a zipper into a knitted skirt and lining
Creating a clean transition from zipper to lacing
Finishing the lacing area and modesty flap
Decoration
Applying lace appliqué correctly on plus-size garments
Embellishing with rhinestones without adding visual weight
Where This Technology Is Used
This construction method is ideal for:
Wedding dresses for plus-size brides
Evening gowns for non-standard body types
Dresses requiring strong support and elegant asymmetry
The Outcome
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Confidently sew plus-size wedding and evening dresses
Create stable support for larger busts
Design one-shoulder dresses that stay in place
Shape flattering silhouettes using inner corsetry
Apply these techniques to future plus-size designs
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal for:
Dressmakers working with curvy or plus-size clients
Bridal and eveningwear professionals
Designers seeking reliable plus-size construction methods
Sewists ready to move beyond standard sizing logic
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