An explanation of how to prep and cut all four layers of fabric used in a guipure lace dress.

A definition of Guipure Lace and the challenges in sewing it.

Last November, for my daughter’s birthday I sewed for her the Italia Dress from StyleArc Patterns in a wonderful plaid flannel from Mood Fabrics. Flannel is often a fabric reserved for PJs, men’s shirts, and sheets if you live in New England like me. Plaid flannel shirts have shown up the past season or two in the woman’s section, along with shirt dresses. Putting the two together seemed like a soft and cozy way to get through the winter! StyleArc Patterns must be ordered fro