Eileen Dress

13 reviews for Eileen Dress

1. 

   4 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

   L****e (verified owner) – February 10, 2025:

   Very easy to follow instructions and quite simple to make. I made it in a beautiful rayon challis. I modified the pattern by making shoulder seams so a directional print could be used. I also cut the front piece on the fold. I based my pattern size on my measurements as recommended however, the dress was enormous. I ended up taking in about 3-4 inches on each side. Next time, I was also pay closer attention to finished garment size and probably make a muslin. Overall, a beautiful dress that I look forward to wearing.

2. 

   3 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

   J***t (verified owner) – May 22, 2023:

   Am i the only one who’s dress is far shorter at the front than the back? Due to the curved seam and straight edge of the skirt i find that the hem at the front is 2 inch higher than the back.
   On a positive it was easy to put together and initially i thought that the dress would sit right due to bodice being cut as one piece, but it does. No slippage at the shoulder line.
   I will slightly modify the front skirt piece to give it a matching curve and try again

3. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   J***i (verified owner) – April 18, 2023:

   Really great pattern, easy to follow instructions. Made the dress in a cotton fabric.
   I very large in sizing, I had to make in a size smaller.

4. 

   4 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   b************y (verified owner) – March 3, 2023:

   https://www.instagram.com/p/CpVgp2XvYNeE6XTbwY-F6V03wterThB2sN9BW40/

   Great dress, i did change the pattern a little, as i cut the front on the fold i left out the seem centre front. Shirring was very fun to try. I am planning to sew it again and have the fabric ready to go.

5. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   p****************s (verified owner) – November 7, 2022:

   Sadly, I cannot leave a review as I have not yet made this garment. I have to say I love the design, stunning, must crack on and get it made. Thank you x x x

6. 

   3 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

   l******l (verified owner) – November 4, 2022:

   Lovely dress but very large. I made the 18 but ran in 2.5cm down centre front and centre back seams and adjusted the neck. I have nice worn as yet as I am going to take a smidge more out of centre front seam.

7. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   s********d (verified owner) – October 12, 2022:

   I really love the style of this dress and decided not to wait for a printed version to arrive, but to try a PDF. As all previous patterns have fitted me well, I just made it, only to find it was enormous! so looked again at the pattern and realised I didn’t use the test square to make sure the pattern had been printed correctly. rooky error. anyway have remade the dress and love it. but will be ordering printed patterns in future 🙂

8. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

   t****y (verified owner) – October 4, 2022:

   Great style, easy sewing and easy to wear. Will be trying it as a top soon.

9. 

   5 out of 5

   Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

   l*******g (verified owner) – September 9, 2022:

   Beautiful pattern, easy to follow

10. 

    4 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size

    s*******g (verified owner) – August 26, 2022:

    Nice pattern. Side gathers very flattering. Wish I’d taken more notice of front pattern match as the seam runs down front and back. I will make neck opening a little smaller next time. Nice gathers on sleeve but I made a tube and inserted thin elastic.
    Come up very large, suggest downsizing.

11. 

    5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size

    n*******g (verified owner) – August 26, 2022:

    I love this dress! I made it in a woven cotton/tencel gingham in green & white and accented with pink/white gingham mini-piping at the neck and waist.

    The fit is so comfortable—a summer dress with sleeves that aren’t constricting or hot and just the right amount of swish/room in the hips is so useful. I accommodated my pear-shaped figure by cutting a larger size skirt and just gathering it more to fit the smaller size bodice.

    Two younger, hipper strangers stopped to compliment my dress. Many more are in my future!

12. 

    5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size

    n*************n (verified owner) – August 25, 2022:

    I had so much fun sewing this dress! I have never worked with elastic thread before so I watched a u-tube and it was so easy. The flow and fit of this dress is wonderful! I could have even downsized one size with the extra room. I made this is a knit fabric so no need to alter the neckband but I do feel even a woven material would be no problem with the regular neckband. I already have material to make another.

13. 

    5 out of 5

    Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size

    D** (verified owner) – July 7, 2022:

    This is a lovely pattern. Fits perfectly and looks so pretty and summery.
    2 minor niggles: explanation of woven neck binding could be clearer and a note needed on the pattern to say it is unsuitable for directional prints

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").

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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.