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Woman in a striped dress with puff sleeves, smiling at the camera.

MCCALL'S & BURDA STYLE · SPRING 2026

Spring Sewing
in Full Bloom

This season’s patterns pair soft volume with refined structure to create silhouettes that feel light, feminine, and ready for spring gatherings.

The Return of an Icon

From the Laura Ashley archives, this timeless dress returns for a new season of modern wear.

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SKILL BUILDER

Sewing Gathers

Check out our Gather with Yarn tutorial for smooth, even results.

Woman wearing a long, green floral dress with puffed sleeves.

Woman wearing a yellow dress with white floral patterns, standing with hands clasped.

Unmistakable ’60s Charm

Woman wearing a yellow dress with floral patterns, viewed from the back.

A woman in a floral dress poses confidently.

A woman in a floral dress poses confidently.

Woman in striped jumpsuit sitting on a stool with wooden boxes.

Woman in striped jumpsuit sitting on a stool with wooden boxes.

Model wearing a red two-piece outfit with wide-leg pants and a buttoned top.

Model wearing a red two-piece outfit with wide-leg pants and a buttoned top.

Sleeve Options to Best Fit You

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"An elegant silhouette with just the right amount of drama."

— Brittany J. Jones

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Floral-patterned dress with adjustable straps on a circular background.

Choose voluminous puff sleeves (View A or B) for a romantic statement or wide elasticized straps (View C) for a lighter, modern feel.

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RSVP 'Yes' to Ruffles

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SKILL BUILDER

Side Seam Pockets

Side seam pockets are common on many garments and perfect for beginners — learn how to sew them with Brittany J. Jones.

Woman wearing a purple dress with a belt and brown boots.

A woman in a floral blue and white dress, holding a blue handbag.

Woman wearing a pink outfit with a cutout back and shorts.

Woman wearing a navy blue top with floral embellishments and a peplum hem.

The Beauty of the Bias

Turn heads in this bias-cut sleeveless dress.

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PRO TIP

Working with Bias-Cuts

Cut fabric on single layer, not folded.
When pressing, be sure not the drag and stretch the fabric. Lift and lower the iron.
Stay-stitch necklines, armholes, and waistline immediately. This will keep them from stretching or growing while constructing the garment. Depending on the fabric, you can use a lightweight fusible interfacing or stay tape.
The most important tip: allow garment to hang for 24-48 hours before hemming. This helps the fabric to relax and drop so you can trim your hemline even and then finish the hem.

Woman in a green dress with a matching scarf, smiling and holding a clutch.

Woman in a green dress with a matching scarf, smiling and holding a clutch.

Woman wearing a floral blouse with bows, paired with denim.

Woman in a patterned dress holding a pink handbag, smiling softly.

Woman smiling in a patterned jacket and striped pants, holding a handbag.

Model wearing a brown dress with a flowing skirt and accessories.

The Art of Movement

A handkerchief hem creates soft angles and graceful motion with every step.

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Extended sizing available - up to 32W

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Postcard-Worthy Romance

Three breezy silhouettes capture the spirit of a European summer — light, feminine, and made for sun-drenched days.

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Smiling woman in a pink checked dress with puff sleeves.

Woman wearing a black and white patterned dress with bell sleeves.

Woman wearing a black and white patterned dress with bell sleeves.

Skill Level: Beginner

Easy to follow and rewarding to sew – a perfect next step for developing sewists.

A woman in a patterned black and white dress with bell sleeves.

A woman in a patterned black and white dress with bell sleeves.

Model in a stylish outfit with a patterned jacket and headscarf.

Top it Off

A reversible hat and easy scarf offer chic coverage for bright, sun-filled days.

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