When it comes to sewing, do you feel...

I don’t have time to do anything too complicated.


Whilst sewing a tailored suit sounds amazing, most of us don’t have the time to dedicate to learning such a skill. I like to keep my projects simple and achievable within the precious “mindful making” time I manage to carve out for myself. 


Don’t want to pay $200 for that “designer” linen dress—surely, I can just make it?


The popular, minimalist / sustainable fashion movement has people paying $200+ for a boxy, linen dress. Could you sew your own minimalist fashion dress? And avoid sweat shop made clothing altogether? Of course you can!


I just want to have fun and express my creativity and unique sense of style.


If reading lengthy instructions and following patterns to a tee is not your ideal way to express your creativity, then you are my type of gal! I personally love the sense of freedom from making my own changes to a pattern to fully express my creativity.


I hate tracing and cutting out paper patterns for every project I start.


You just want to get straight into the fun part—working with fabric and sewing. The need to trace and cut out paper patterns can feel tedious, and stop you from actually starting a project at all. 


Always want to make my own changes and tweaks to sewing patterns but don’t know how.


The addition of pockets, or changing the sleeve shape slightly...little tweaks like that make ALL the difference to a garment you make and never wear, to a garment you want to wear ALL the time. 


Overwhelmed by all the patterns out there.


Commercial patterns, Indie patterns, Etsy, PDFs...there’s a lot out there to choose from and it can be really overwhelming. I’ve wasted lots of time browsing the internet for the EXACT sewing pattern to fit my needs.


If you’re feeling ANY of these, you are in the right place, my friend.

ONE Sewing Pattern, INFINITE Ways

I wasted HOURS searching for the perfect sewing pattern. Until I realised I can just make my own changes to suit my EXACT needs.


I came up with the Little Boxy Dress (LBD) sewing pattern to help women of ALL sewing levels create a simple, fun and quick garment. Over the years, it’s become clear that the LBD sewing pattern is the perfect base to express your own style!


Add pockets, sleeves, make it wider, make it longer, add ruffles...the opportunities are endless.



You can have SO MUCH FUN designing and creating your own special Little Boxy Dresses!

Introducing...

BOXY DRESS BOOSTER

The ultimate sewing workshop to create MULTIPLE dresses from ONE sewing pattern. Learn to “hack” the Little Boxy Dress pattern to create your own unique dresses, with tutorials and new ideas to sew INFINITE dresses that express your style. 

You can do this. Just imagine...

  • Find Creative Joy

    Immersing yourself in the joy of creativity, slowing down, and prioritizing time for some well deserved mindful crafting.

  • Express Your Style

    Wearing your very own, uniquely designed dress whilst others can't believe it's your own handmade creation. You feel amazing wearing something you designed and made yourself.

  • Feel Proud + Fulfilled

    You've replenished your creative tank and now have energy for so much more. You are fully present for your family and friends, because you took the time to take care of yourself.

Take a Look at What's Inside...

  • 1

    Welcome to Boxy Dress Booster!

    • START HERE

    • How to Use This Course

  • 2

    Design + Plan Your Dream Little Boxy Dress

    • Mix + Match Modifications

    • Design + Plan Your Dress

  • 3

    Dress A: Midi Length, Side Slits + Exposed Bias Neckline

    • Dress A - Midi Dress with Side Zipper and Exposed Bias Neckline

    • Increase to Midi Length with Side Slits

    • Exposed Bias Tape for the Neckline

  • 4

    Dress B: Ruffle Dolman Sleeves + Side Seam Pockets

    • Dress B: Ruffle Dolman Sleeve with Side Seam Pockets

    • How to Make Dolman Sleeves

    • Adding Ruffles to Sleeves

    • Add In-Seam Pockets

    • DOWNLOAD - In-seam Pocket Sewing Pattern

  • 5

    Dress C: Square Sleeves and Tiered Hem

    • Dress C: Square Sleeve Dress with Tiered Hem

    • Create Square Sleeves

    • Make a Tiered Hem

  • 6

    Dress D: A-Line Dress with Gathered Neckline, Waist Sash and Patch Pockets

    • Dress D: A-Line Dress with Gathered Neckline, Sash Belt and Patch Pockets

    • Make the A-Line Dress Shape

    • Make a Sash Belt

    • DOWNLOAD - Waist Sash Belt Sewing Pattern

    • Add Patch Pockets

    • DOWNLOAD - Patch Pocket Sewing Pattern

  • 7

    More Boxy Dress Booster Ideas

    • One Pattern, Infinite Dress Ideas!

  • 8

    Next Steps

    • Share Your Creative Journey!

  • 9

    BONUS MASTERCLASS: Organise Your Sewing Space

    • Organise Your Sewing Space - Bonus Masterclass

Are you ready...

to sew MULTIPLE dresses from ONE sewing pattern?

“I really enjoyed making the dress which was very straightforward and not complicated. This design is clever in that you can wear it both ways so it is very versatile.”

Deb

“I did make some mistakes as I am not an expert but, I will wear it with pride.”

Patricia

“"I am wearing my dress today at work and I wore it out for dinner the day I finished it - so I would have to say I'm pretty pleased with my effort"”

Rae

“My Boxy dress! It's reversible, continued sleeves with bias binding! Exciting online project.”

Hazel

And You'll Get PLENTY of Bonuses...

Additional goodies to help keep your sewing on track.


CRAFT CHEATSHEET PRINTABLES 


Make the most of your precious craft time with quick reference charts to convert measurements, needles sizes and fabric types.

  • 3 Pages: Crochet, Sewing + Knitting
  • Print it out and have it handy for a quick reference.


All printables are suitable to print on US Letter, Half Letter, A4 and A5 paper.


MOTIVATION POSTERS PRINTABLES 

  • Beautifully designed posters you can print at home
  • Inspiring quotes to remind you to nourish your creativity
  • Decorate your craft room or desk space


Download and re-print as many times as you like, for personal use.

3 x PRINTABLE BOXY DRESS BOOSTER PATTERNS 


Making modifications to your dream dress is quick and easy thanks to the printable patterns for in-seam pockets, patch pockets and waist sash!


SELF-CARE + MINDFULNESS PLANNER PRINTABLES

This bundle is packed with checklists, trackers and challenges to support you towards self care success. Exclusive to fast action takers, this printable bundle includes:

  • Self Care Checklist
    List out all the things that make your heart sing, and tick them off each day to form a healthy habit of looking after yourself.
  • Self Care Ideas
    A big list of small things you can add to your self care checklist.
  • Monthly Mindfulness Tracker
    Check in on yourself each month to take care of your emotional, physical and relationship health.
  • 30 Day Challenges
    Fun challenges for a happy and healthy you, including creativity and gratitude challenges plus a blank template to create your own.
  • Goal Tracker
    Set a goal and break that goal down into tasks. Achieve and celebrate the completion of your goals.
  • My Affirmations
    Keep all your inspirational quotes and affirmations in one place.
  • Bucket List
    A page to get excited for—keep track of the books, movies, travel destinations and other joyful activities you want to do in the future.


BONUS WORKSHOP: ORGANIZE YOUR 

Get past the biggest hurdle to joyful sewing: A messy sewing space! Learn how to organise and set up your own, special place to immerse yourself in creative bliss.

Who is Boxy Dress Booster for?

  • This Workshop is Perfect for: Creative women who want to have fun making dresses that suit their unique sense of style.

    You love the sense of pride and accomplishment in making and wearing a handmade garment. You find joy in mindful crafting and want to spend more time expressing your creativity through designing your own Little Boxy Dress.

    Ideally, you have already done the free Little Boxy Dress workshop. This workshop only takes a few days, so you don’t need to worry if you haven’t done it yet. You will need the basic pattern from the free workshop to make the amendments in the Boxy Dress Booster workshop. No hurry, you have lifetime access to both workshops.

  • This Workshop is NOT for: People looking for an instant wardrobe or just want to be told exactly what to make.

    If you want an instant, sustainable wardrobe, then you might be better off purchasing ready-made clothing from conscious retailers. Sewing a garment takes patience, time and lots of love. It’s a joyful, meditative process, but it’s not an instant fix.

    Boxy Dress Booster is designed to inspire you to come up with your own unique tweaks and changes to the basic Little Boxy Dress pattern. It will show you how to create these changes, but ultimately, it’s up to you to make the final decision. You are the Creative Director for this sewing pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What if I haven’t done the free Little Boxy Dress Workshop yet?

    You will need the basic sewing pattern we make in the free Little Boxy Dress Workshop, in order to make all the changes we’ll cover in the Boxy Dress Booster. No stress, the basic LBD pattern only takes a few hours to create. Once you have signed up, you get lifetime access to both workshops so you can complete them in your own time.

  • Will I receive anything in the post?

    This workshop is completely digital, and no packages will show up on your doorstep. The huge perk is that you can replay (i.e. re-attend) the course as many times as you like.

  • What size do the dresses come in?

    We use the Little Boxy Dress (LBD) basic pattern in this new workshop to create our own changes. The LBD pattern is made tailored to your size. You take your own measurements and draft the sewing pattern to fit your body.

  • Do I need to finish the workshop within a timeframe?

    No. You will have lifetime access to the workshop so you can go at your own pace. And you can come back and make more dresses in the future.

  • Can I skip ahead if I'm advanced?

    Yep, if you've got a bit more time in a day or just feel like skipping ahead, go for it. All the lessons will be available for you to view as soon as the workshop starts.

  • Isn't it quicker to just buy a ready-made dress?

    Yes, and you'll get instant gratification....which will last about 2 minutes. Whereas if you make the dress with your own hands, slowly and carefully, how would that make you feel? When you carve out time for this workshop, it's sacred. This workshop is not really about the end product. It's the process and the act of self love.

    Plus, those linen dresses from minimalist fashion brands can cost HUNDREDS of dollars. With this workshop, you can learn to make as many dresses as you like!

  • Is my credit card secure?

    Credit card security is extremely important. That's why all payments go through PayPal, who are leaders in risk management. PayPal keeps financial information encrypted and protected. You can read more about PayPal's security here.

  • What is your refund policy?

    I really want you to feel comfortable making a purchase online. So there's a 14 days money back guarantee. It means you could just get the sewing patterns, all the bonus downloads, watch the videos and then ask for a refund. But I know the majority of people are good people (especially sewing lovers), so I trust you.

  • What currency is this workshop priced at?

    The currency is USD.

Who is teaching this workshop?

Hi, I'm Rin!

Rin Gomura-Elkan

Before I started my sewing blog, I was a stressed-out and unhappy corporate worker. I was SO busy—yet I felt unfulfilled. I started sewing and re-gained the creativity and and sense of fun I was missing in my life. I have helped THOUSANDS of women slow down, and re-discover the joy of handmade. My mission is to give you the inspiration and guidance so you can become a Creative Director of your handmade journey.

I have been featured in...

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Get started NOW for $127 USD

Only $421 $127 for the Boxy Dress Booster Course + ALL the Bonuses

Join today to get $421 of value:
Boxy Dress Booster Course with ALL Future Updates
Boxy Dress Template Printable
Sewing Planner Printable Sheet
Craft Cheatsheet Printable
Self-care and Mindfulness Planner
Organize Your Sewing Space Workshop
3 x Printable Sewing Patterns
You'll have lifetime access to all of the above, so you can go through the course whenever you like.