Making your own clothing is a really valuable skill, especially for Muslimahs who find it difficult to find appropriate clothes ready made. And not only is it cost-effective, it also allows you to tailor the
garments to your exact measurements to guarantee a modest, but flattering fit.
One of the easiest ways to start is to follow a ready-made template. You can find many of these in craft shops, but following the lines of a garment you already own can also work. A simple sleeveless tunic/dress is great to start with because it will usually be made up of either 2 or 3 large rectangular pieces of fabric which only need to be hemmed and sewn together.
Before the summer holidays started, my mum decided she wanted to have a go at making me a tunic to take on holiday. Below is a brief chart of her efforts:
