Rowie Knit Top and Dress Multi-Size PDF

5 reviews for Rowie Knit Top and Dress

1. 5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

   s*******e (verified owner) – September 21, 2026:

   I don’t why I hesitated making the Rowie top but so glad I made it up. I did go up one size as I didn’t want any tightness across my belly.

   I won’t stop at one and will be making more.

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     Style Arc – September 21, 2026:

     Thank you so much for your lovely review!
     We’re thrilled you gave the Rowie Top a try and are so happy with how it turned out.
     It sounds like you’ve found a great fit for you, and we love hearing that you’re already planning to make more.

2. 3 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

   D****n (verified owner) – September 17, 2025:

   On the positive side, this is a very easy dress to sew. However, I agree with other commentators that this is not a dress for people with tummies they want to hide, which was incredibly disappointing (the pattern was purchased before I saw the above reviews).

3. 3 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   K***y (verified owner) – July 30, 2025:

   I made this dress up in a lightweight jersey normally I’m a size 12. Found it very simple to make up but the gathering needs stability underneath, almost like a front short lining to keep the gathers in place.
   The dress drops and hangs.
   Removed gathers and made into a top.
   Shorts for summer. Not very flattering

4. 4 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   C*****n (verified owner) – April 12, 2025:

   Easy pattern. Potentially elegant, depending on your fabric & figure. I made in high quality cotton elastane, beautiful colour, however, my bust is small & I have a bit of a tummy so have to wear special undergarments & adjust the dress a bit to get it looking the way I want. Bottom line, if u have a tummy u want to hide, this is not the pattern for u!

5. 4 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   C*****n (verified owner) – April 12, 2025:

   Easy pattern. Potentially elegantlepending on fabric & figure. I made in high quality cotton elastane beautiful colour however my bust is small & I have a bit of a tummy so have to wear special undergarments & adjust the dress a bit to get it looking the way I want. Bottom line, if u have a tummy u want to hide, this is not the pattern for u!

Please use the body measurements size charts below to determine your best size.
All Style Arc patterns are in Australian sizes.

Style Arc patterns are drafted for a B bust cup size and a height of 167cm (5'6").

Size Chart - CM

Size Chart - Inches

Size Conversion Table

How Do I Know What Size I Am?

Choosing your pattern size is the most important step and we will help you determine this with these easy to follow steps.

1. When taking your measurements ensure that you take them against your skin and not over clothing. One can wear a comfortable bra and knickers whilst measuring, as this will provide you with the most accurate measurements.
2. Tape measure has to sit firmly around the points you are measuring. But be careful not to pull it too tight, as this will give you the incorrect size.
3. When measuring circumferences (B, C, D, E) it is important to note that the tape measure must remain parallel to the floor. It is sometimes best to take the measurements in front of a mirror; this will help you see the angle of the tape measure.
4. You will only require the basic body measurements to determine your pattern size which is indicated on our mannequin below:

A. Shoulder Breadth

Place the tape at the edge of the shoulder. Measure along the top of the shoulder blade/across the highest point of the shoulders to the other edge, following the natural slope and allow an extra finger for ease of any movement.

B. Upper Arm Girth

This point is taken as a circumference at your widest point of your upper arm.

C. Bust

This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the fullest part of your chest.

D. Waist

This point is taken as a circumference and taken at the smallest part of your waist.

E. Hip

This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the widest part of your hips.