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Removing Pleating Under Arms on Smocked Dresses
This technique can be used on Mary De , Lee or Smocked Ruthie to remove pleats from under the arms prior to smocking. The skirt...


The Freezer Paper Technique
Try this method for preparing your smocked bodice for the Sleeveless Olivia Add-On! Melissa uses freezer paper to easily hold the bodice...


Mary De with Ruffle Sleeve
Mary De is one of our favorite classic patterns. Smocked in white with a pop of yellow flowers this look shines bright! Melissa added a...


Pep Talk Smocked Insert Mary De
A classic Mary De is the perfect choice to show off your team spirit. Melissa smocked this adorable insert for a little Alabama fan using...


Mary De Jumper for Christmas
Mary De is one of our favorite classic patterns. We chose a festive simple floral and a geometric smocking plate to show off the holiday...


Reversed Mary De
The Mary De has been a mainstay choice for the perfect dress for many years. Sew this fun variation on a darling classic. With a few...


Smocked Insertion Mary De
Smocking a jumper is something everyone must try once, and we think when you do, you will want to make many more. In this Sew Along,...


How to Prepare A Smocked Insert
Follow along to see how to prepare a smocked insertion before you sew it into your garment. In this video, Susan is working with our Mary...


Side Seams in Lined Garment with Lezette
In this instructional video, Lezette of the Children’s Corner introduces children’s garments where the side seams are the last step in...

Mary De Pattern Correction
Pattern Correction: Mary De #67 These corrections apply to the Mary De pattern released in October 2016 Instructions 1. The cutting...
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