Sheath Dress Class

April 12-15,2026

Mulberry Silks & Fine Fabrics
Carboro, North Carolina

Registration opens January 2026 www.mulberrysilks.net 

Have you noticed that an elegant sheath dress is a treasured part of the curated wardrobe for many women?  Now that we can again enjoy an elegant lunch out or participate at a cocktail party, bridal or baby shower, a sheath dress is perfect for such occasions.

A sheath dress can be defined as a well-fitted dress, that has no waist seam and skims the body to give an elegant, classic look.  This garment easily transitions from day to night with the addition of jewelry or scarf and a pair of pumps.  The combinations possible give an endless variety of looks and can easily be adapted to your particular style. 

The shirt waist dress is very popular at present and like the sheath dress requires careful fitting. There is more to the cocktail dress than the ‘little black dress’! And the special occasion dress needs careful planning and construction. A basic fitted sheath dress toile can be personalized with a variety of details to create a shirt waist dress, cocktail or special occasion dress.

Join this class as we discuss the 3 elements that distinguish the stylish from the ordinary.  We will begin with a well-fitted toile and Helen will be on hand to guide you through each step of creating your one of a kind dress with lots of couture techniques. Fabric of your choice.