{"id":14456,"date":"2022-09-11T10:28:16","date_gmt":"2022-09-11T14:28:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=14456"},"modified":"2022-09-11T10:34:00","modified_gmt":"2022-09-11T14:34:00","slug":"cross-heart-free-easy-dress-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/cross-heart-free-easy-dress-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"Cross My Heart &#8211; free easy dress pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15977 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1-150x150.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15977\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You know sometimes how you look about and everyone seems to be wearing the same thing, the same styles, the same colors? \u00a0That's especially true on a small island where there are only a few places you can buy clothes anyway, so it's no wonder everyone has the same pieces. \u00a0So I set out to make myself a dress. \u00a0Something I could wear to dinner, or if I had to go somewhere smart, or heaven-forbid, ever get a job!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was really liking the <a title=\"Free shrug pattern \u2013 Sew A So Simple Shrug\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-shrug-pattern-simple\/\">Simple Shrug pattern<\/a> and wanted to see if I could incorporate the idea into a dress because I think it gives a really flattering look by having the fabric fall from the bust, making the waist look smaller &#8211; or at least I hope so! &nbsp;I'm very rectangular through the waist, so anything that draws attention to the bust is a plus for me.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-017b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15978 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-017b.jpg 413w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-017b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-017b-113x150.jpg 113w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 413px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 413\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-017b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15978\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-017b.jpg 413w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-017b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-017b-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>The Cross My Heart Dress<\/strong> &#8211; This dress has crossover pleated drapes from the shoulders that are caught into the side seams just under the arms. \u00a0It creates a modest v-neckline and frames the face, hanging loose from the bust to emphasize the smaller waist. \u00a0It's certainly unique! \u00a0I'll never come across another one like it &#8211; unless some of you sew it and then visit the Cayman Islands. \u00a0That would make my day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, it's a very quick and simple sew. \u00a0Bonus!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"411\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-024b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15979 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-024b.jpg 411w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-024b-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-024b-112x150.jpg 112w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 411px) 100vw, 411px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 411px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 411\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"411\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-024b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-024b.jpg 411w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-024b-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-024b-112x150.jpg 112w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 411px) 100vw, 411px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Quick and easy to sew<\/li><li>Figure skimming fit<\/li><li>Pleated crossover drapes from the shoulders<\/li><li>Longer length &#8211; pick your own skirt length<\/li><li>Center back seam to help get a nice fit<\/li><li>Short sleeves<\/li><li>Sizes 29- 41 bust, 33-45 inch hips<\/li><li>For knit fabrics only &#8211; I used a ITY knit &nbsp;(Read more about <a title=\"How to shop for knit fabrics online\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/how-to-shop-for-knit-fabrics-online\/\">different types of knit fabrics<\/a> here.)<\/li><li>Fabric needed for all sizes &#8211;&nbsp;2 yards<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"412\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-021b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15980 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-021b.jpg 412w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-021b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-021b-112x150.jpg 112w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 412px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 412\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"412\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-021b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-021b.jpg 412w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-021b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-021b-112x150.jpg 112w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-025b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15983 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-025b.jpg 413w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-025b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-025b-113x150.jpg 113w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 413px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 413\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-025b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15983\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-025b.jpg 413w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-025b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-025b-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"mab-15816179\" class=\"magic-action-box mab-type-sales-box mab-id-15816 mabstyle-mab-lead use-mab-button-default mab-fields-layout-default mab-responsive\" data-mabid=\"15816\" data-trackid=\"15816\" data-type=\"sales-box\" data-track=\"1\" ><div class=\"mab-pad mab-wrap mab-aside-left mab-aside-type-image\"><div class=\"mab-aside\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;width: 200px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;width: 200px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\" width: 200px;\" \/><\/noscript><\/noscript><\/div><div class=\"mab-content\"><div class=\"mab-heading\">Download the Cross My Heart Dress pattern<\/div><div class=\"mab-main-copy\"><p>You can download the pattern from my design account on Payhip. \u00a0Add it to your cart and check out - its FREE. \u00a0The pattern will be saved in your Pattern Library safely until you are ready to sew, then you can download and print it at any time.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"mab-main-action-wrap\"><a class=\"mab-main-button mab-button-type-css3 mab-button-0\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/crossmyheartdress\" style=\"\" >Download the pattern<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\" style=\"clear:both;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to sew your &#8216;Cross My Heart' free easy dress pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1\/2 inch seam allowances throughout unless stated otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut out your pattern pieces on a double layer of fabric, with the front on the fold.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15795 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-001b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Turn a narrow 1\/4 inch hem on the top and bottom curved edges of the front drapes and stitch close to the edge. &nbsp;Press. Set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15796 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15796\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-002b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Optional &#8211; add a piece of tricot interfacing to the center front to reinforce the V at the neckline.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15797 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-003b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15798 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-004b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Add a 1\/4 inch snip at center front and then turn a narrow hem up each side of the center front and stitch close to the edge. &nbsp;Press.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15799 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-005b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15800 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-006b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Join the center back seam. Turn down the back neckline in a smooth curve and stitch. &nbsp;Press.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-009b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15801 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-009b.jpg 413w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-009b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-009b-113x150.jpg 113w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 413px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 413\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-009b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-009b.jpg 413w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-009b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-009b-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Add the front drapes to the shoulders. &nbsp;Line up the inside seamed edges, then line up the outer edge of the drape 1\/2 inch inside the outer edge of the shoulder. &nbsp;This 1\/2 inch is the seam allowance where the sleeve will be sewn.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15802 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-007b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Create 3 even pleats in the fabric and pin them in place.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15803 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-008b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Place the dress back over the front, RST, and match the shoulders. &nbsp;Repin through all layers and pleats. &nbsp;Stitch through all layers. &nbsp;Reduce the bulk in the seam by trimming the pleated layer. &nbsp;Press the completed seam towards the back.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15805 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15805\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-010b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Repeat for the other shoulder.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15806 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-013b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Match the center top of the sleeve with the shoulder seam. \u00a0Ease in sleeve, pin, and stitch. Take care NOT to catch the fabric from the front drape in the sleeve seam allowance. \u00a0It should only be caught at the shoulder seam. Repeat for the other side.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15807 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15807\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-014b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Take the front drapes across the front of the dress, taking care not to twist them, and pin into the side seams matching the top of the drape at the point under the arm.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15808 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-015b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Baste the drapes into the side seam of the dress front, within the seam allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15809 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-016b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Pin the side seams and check for fit. &nbsp;Make alterations as necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pin and stitch side seams. &nbsp;Press.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"551\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-018b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15810 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-018b.jpg 413w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-018b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-018b-112x150.jpg 112w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 413px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 413\/551;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"413\" height=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-018b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-018b.jpg 413w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-018b-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-018b-112x150.jpg 112w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 413px) 100vw, 413px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Finish the bottom of the sleeves &#8211; <a title=\"How to use a twin needle\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/how-to-use-a-twin-needle\/\">twin needle finish<\/a> is optional. \u00a0You may also simply turn in a 1\/2-inch hem and stitch.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15812 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15812\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-021b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Check for length and finish the bottom hemline with your favorite finish.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15811 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b-150x113.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 550px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 550\/413;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b.jpg\" alt=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" class=\"wp-image-15811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b.jpg 550w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cross-my-heart-dress-020b-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Give the dress a final press and it's ready to wear.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"410\" height=\"550\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-032b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15984 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-032b.jpg 410w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-032b-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-032b-112x150.jpg 112w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 410px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 410\/550;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"410\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-032b.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15984\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-032b.jpg 410w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-032b-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/sewing-various-032b-112x150.jpg 112w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"mab-15816180\" class=\"magic-action-box mab-type-sales-box mab-id-15816 mabstyle-mab-lead use-mab-button-default mab-fields-layout-default mab-responsive\" data-mabid=\"15816\" data-trackid=\"15816\" data-type=\"sales-box\" data-track=\"1\" ><div class=\"mab-pad mab-wrap mab-aside-left mab-aside-type-image\"><div class=\"mab-aside\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;width: 200px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/600;width: 200px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Featured-small1.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\" width: 200px;\" \/><\/noscript><\/noscript><\/div><div class=\"mab-content\"><div class=\"mab-heading\">Download the Cross My Heart Dress pattern<\/div><div class=\"mab-main-copy\"><p>You can download the pattern from my design account on Payhip. \u00a0Add it to your cart and check out - its FREE. \u00a0The pattern will be saved in your Pattern Library safely until you are ready to sew, then you can download and print it at any time.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"mab-main-action-wrap\"><a class=\"mab-main-button mab-button-type-css3 mab-button-0\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/crossmyheartdress\" style=\"\" >Download the pattern<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\" style=\"clear:both;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"275\" height=\"84\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Pin-Me.jpg\" alt=\"Pin Me\" class=\"wp-image-11600 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Pin-Me.jpg 275w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Pin-Me-150x46.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 275px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 275\/84;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"275\" height=\"84\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Pin-Me.jpg\" alt=\"Pin Me\" class=\"wp-image-11600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Pin-Me.jpg 275w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Pin-Me-150x46.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"610\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Pin-Me2.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. I love how easy it is to sew too. h and it's a free pattern!\" class=\"wp-image-15986 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Pin-Me2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Pin-Me2-148x300.jpg 148w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Pin-Me2-74x150.jpg 74w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/610;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Pin-Me2.jpg\" alt=\"This dress is so elegant. 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