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Change up your Montana Midi Dress with these additional pattern pieces. You will receive 4 bodice and 3 sleeve pattern options designed to match the skirt of the original Montana Midi Dress pattern, creating over 12 different looks. You will also need the original Montana Midi Dress pattern to use this extension pack.
Change up your Montana Dress with these additional pattern pieces. You will receive 4 bodice and 3 sleeve pattern options designed to match the skirt of the original Montana Midi Dress pattern creating over 12 different looks. The Montana skirt pattern is not included in this pack, so you will also need the original Montana Midi Dress pattern.
All sleeve options can be added to bodices A, B or C.
Bodice "A": Boat neck plain bodice with bound armholes.
Bodice "B": "V" neck bodice with bound armholes.
Bodice "C": Frilled stand collar with bound armholes.
Bodice "D": Sleeveless dropped shoulder bodice with buttoned front.
Sleeve 1: 3/4 length sleeve with elastic casing.
Sleeve 2: 3/4 length sleeve with flounce.
Sleeve 3: Elbow length sleeve.
The Montana skirt has slight gathers that fall from a high waist & has in seam pockets.
I have made two garments from the MONTANA Pack. Both are very satisfactory. Ive been sewing garmentsfor sixty years The Style Arc patterns are very well drafted for the slightly larger figure (18)
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
P******e(verified owner) – :
I made bodice C in viscose challis and it was fairly straightforward though the instructions are a little sparse. The fit at the raised waist is larger than the drawing indicates. The instructions for attaching the sleeve binding were poor (the video tutorial is better). I dislike the narrow seam allowance on style arc patterns especially as I like doing French seams on lightweight fabric (I allowed an extra half-centimetre when cutting out to enable this). There’s not as much fullness in the skirt as I would like and I think it’s a bit cheeky to ask customers to buy an extra pattern in order to get the skirt pattern as well as the extension. However, it’s a useful style that may make again.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
K***n(verified owner) – :
I made a couple of Montana midi dresses 2 years ago, and I wear them all the time in our hot humid summers. They’re casual but pretty. One of the things I love about the dress is the slightly high waistline, which on me is almost empire. The extension pack for Bodice B, however, has a longer waistline that I wasn’t sure I liked, so I shortened it to almost match the original. I also loved the full bodice lining on the original, so I created the v-neck of Bodice B in a fully lined version—more sewing, including hand sewing, but the drape in a mid-weight linen is truly lovely. I’m thrilled with this version of the dress.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
j***********n(verified owner) – :
Love this pattern… made it in a bright raspberry linen. Used the v-neck, short-sleeved, shorter dress length version. Did have to take a full inch out of the back, so it is oversized. I make lots of garments from Stylearc, but my usual size was still way too big. Makes for a casual or night out dress, depending on how to accessorize. And the comfort and cool feeling… lovely.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
j****u(verified owner) – :
Mixed up the extension pack with the nova midi skirt and got a great dress from up cycling a double sheet 🙂
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l**********h(verified owner) – :
Made this dress without any problems
I am now going to make it with two tiers
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
k*************5(verified owner) – :
I do love the Montana dress and made it up without problem. However, recently the extension (additional sleeves and bodice). are a different problem. I find that the sleeves are very difficult to fit. I cannot get the notches/markings to match. I will persevere
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
m***********s(verified owner) – :
I have the extension pack and it’s very comfortable. I sometimes find your patterns, for me can be tight around the armholes and sleeves on more fitted patterns but this one is great. It’s a pattern that has lots of options to mix and match.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
f********1(verified owner) – :
I love the Montana dress, it’s my favourite dress pattern, and this extension pack is amazing! I have already made two variations and will undoubtedly make many more. Such a good idea to provide the various interchangeable options. Thoroughly recommend this pattern.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
J******e(verified owner) – :
I have made several Montana Dresses it fits so well and I absolutely love it.
I’m about to use the extension pack using bodice C and sleeve 3.
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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate
Finished Pattern Measurements (cm)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
A,B,C Bust
85.0
90.0
95.0
100.0
105.0
110.0
115.0
120.0
126.0
132.0
138.0
144.0
150.0
156.0
D Bust
89.0
94.0
99.0
104.0
109.0
114.0
119.0
124.0
130.0
136.0
142.0
148.0
154.0
160.0
A, B, C Shoulder Breadth
34.4
35.6
36.8
38.0
39.2
40.4
41.6
42.8
44.0
45.2
46.4
47.6
48.8
50.0
D Shoulder Breadth
49.4
50.6
51.8
53.0
54.2
55.4
56.6
57.8
59.0
60.2
61.4
62.6
63.8
65.0
Centre Back Bodice Length
34.2
34.8
35.4
36.0
36.6
37.2
37.8
38.4
39.3
40.2
41.1
42.0
42.9
43.8
1 Sleeve Length
43.2
43.8
44.4
45.0
45.6
46.2
46.8
47.4
48.0
48.6
49.2
49.8
50.4
51.0
2 Sleeve Length
50.2
50.8
51.4
52.0
52.6
53.2
53.8
54.4
55.0
55.6
56.2
56.8
57.4
58.0
3 Sleeve Length
21.2
21.8
22.4
23.0
23.6
24.2
24.8
25.4
26.0
26.6
27.2
27.8
28.4
29.0
Cuff Elastic (including 1cm/3⁄8" seams)
23.2
23.8
24.4
25.0
25.6
26.2
26.8
27.4
28.0
28.6
29.2
29.8
30.4
31.0
Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
A,B,C Bust
33 1⁄2
35 3⁄8
37 3⁄8
39 3⁄8
41 3⁄8
43 1⁄4
45 1⁄4
47 1⁄4
49 5⁄8
52
54 3⁄8
56 3⁄4
59
61 3⁄8
D Bust
35
37
39
41
42 7⁄8
44 7⁄8
46 7⁄8
48 7⁄8
51 1⁄8
53 1⁄2
55 7⁄8
58 1⁄4
60 5⁄8
63
A, B, C Shoulder Breadth
13 1⁄2
14
14 1⁄2
15
15 3⁄8
15 7⁄8
16 3⁄8
16 7⁄8
17 3⁄8
17 3⁄4
18 1⁄4
18 3⁄4
19 1⁄4
19 5⁄8
D Shoulder Breadth
19 1⁄2
19 7⁄8
20 3⁄8
20 7⁄8
21 3⁄8
21 3⁄4
22 1⁄4
22 3⁄4
23 1⁄4
23 3⁄4
24 1⁄8
24 5⁄8
25 1⁄8
25 5⁄8
Centre Back Bodice Length
13 1⁄2
13 3⁄4
13 7⁄8
14 1⁄8
14 3⁄8
14 5⁄8
14 7⁄8
15 1⁄8
15 1⁄2
15 7⁄8
16 1⁄8
16 1⁄2
16 7⁄8
17 1⁄4
1 Sleeve Length
17
17 1⁄4
17 1⁄2
17 3⁄4
18
18 1⁄4
18 3⁄8
18 5⁄8
18 7⁄8
19 1⁄8
19 3⁄8
19 5⁄8
19 7⁄8
20 1⁄8
2 Sleeve Length
19 3⁄4
20
20 1⁄4
20 1⁄2
20 3⁄4
21
21 1⁄8
21 3⁄8
21 5⁄8
21 7⁄8
22 1⁄8
22 3⁄8
22 5⁄8
22 7⁄8
3 Sleeve Length
8 3⁄8
8 5⁄8
8 7⁄8
9
9 1⁄4
9 1⁄2
9 3⁄4
10
10 1⁄4
10 1⁄2
10 3⁄4
11
11 1⁄8
11 3⁄8
Cuff Elastic (including 1cm/3⁄8" seams)
9 1⁄8
9 3⁄8
9 5⁄8
9 7⁄8
10 1⁄8
10 3⁄8
10 1⁄2
10 3⁄4
11
11 1⁄4
11 1⁄2
11 3⁄4
12
12 1⁄4
Fabric Estimate
Main Fabric for Bodices A &B, cut on folded fabric:
sizes
4-18
20-30
Width 148 cm (58")
1.00 m (1.10 yd)
1.20 m (1.30 yd)
Fabric Estimate
Main Fabric for Bodices C & D, cut on folded fabric:
sizes
4-18
20-30
Width 148 cm (58")
1.25 m (1.40 yd)
1.40 m (1.50 yd)
Fabric Estimate
Main Fabric for Sleeves, cut on folded fabric:
sizes
Sleeve 1: 4-30
Sleeve 2: 4-30
Sleeve 3: 4-30
Width 148 cm (58")
0.60 m (0.65 yd)
0.80 m (0.90 yd)
0.30 m (0.33 yd)
Fuse Estimate
sizes
4-30
Width 148 cm (58")
0.25 m (0.30 yd)
Size Chart
Womens Size Charts
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
A. Shoulder Breadth (cm)
B. Upper Arm Girth (cm)
C. Bust (cm)
D. Waist (cm)
E. Hip (cm)
4
34.4
26.4
77
60
83
6
35.6
27.6
82
65
88
8
36.8
28.8
87
70
93
10
38
30
92
75
98
12
39.2
31.2
97
80
103
14
40.4
32.4
102
85
108
16
41.6
33.6
107
90
113
18
42.8
34.8
112
95
118
20
44
36
118
100
124
22
45.2
37.2
124
106
130
24
46.4
38.4
130
112
136
26
47.6
39.6
136
118
142
28
48.8
40.8
142
124
148
30
50
42
148
130
154
32
51.2
43.8
156.0
139.0
162.0
34
52.4
45.6
164.0
147.0
170.0
36
53.6
47.4
172.0
155.0
178.0
Size Chart - Inches
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (inches)
B. Upper Arm Girth (inches)
C. Bust (inches)
D. Waist (inches)
E. Hip (inches)
4
13.5
10.5
30.3
23.5
32.6
6
14
10.9
32.3
25.5
34.6
8
14.5
11.3
34.3
27.5
36.6
10
15
11.8
36.2
29.5
38.6
12
15.4
12.3
38.2
31.5
40.6
14
15.9
12.8
40.2
33.5
42.5
16
16.4
13.2
42.1
35.5
44.5
18
16.9
13.7
44.1
37.5
46.5
20
17.3
14.2
46.5
39.5
48.8
22
17.8
14.6
48.8
42
51.2
24
18.3
15.1
51.2
44.5
53.5
26
18 3⁄4
15 5⁄8
53 1⁄2
46.5
56
28
19 1⁄4
16 1⁄8
56
48.5
58 1⁄4
30
19 3⁄4
16 5⁄8
58 1⁄4
50.5
61
32
20 1⁄8
17 1⁄4
61 3⁄8
54 3⁄4
63 3⁄4
34
20 5⁄8
18
64 5⁄8
57 7⁄8
66 7⁄8
36
21 1⁄8
18 5⁄8
67 3⁄4
61
70 1⁄8
Size Conversion Table
ALPHA SIZING
AUSTRALIA
UK
US
FRANCE
ITALY
JAPAN
XXS
6
6
2
34
38
5
XS
8
8
4
36
40
7
S
10
10
6
38
42
9
M
12
12
8
40
44
11
L
14
14
10
42
46
13
XL
16
16
12
44
48
15
XXL
18
18
14
46
50
17
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pattern Format Details
Pattern Format
Printed Pattern - Single-Size
Single-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.
Multi-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper and single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, and also A0 paper sheets.
Single-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper AND single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. You get the size you order, PLUS the two closest sizes. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, not A0 paper sheets.
For more information on digital patterns click here.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
j**********2 (verified owner) – :
I have made two garments from the MONTANA Pack. Both are very satisfactory. Ive been sewing garmentsfor sixty years The Style Arc patterns are very well drafted for the slightly larger figure (18)
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
P******e (verified owner) – :
I made bodice C in viscose challis and it was fairly straightforward though the instructions are a little sparse. The fit at the raised waist is larger than the drawing indicates. The instructions for attaching the sleeve binding were poor (the video tutorial is better). I dislike the narrow seam allowance on style arc patterns especially as I like doing French seams on lightweight fabric (I allowed an extra half-centimetre when cutting out to enable this). There’s not as much fullness in the skirt as I would like and I think it’s a bit cheeky to ask customers to buy an extra pattern in order to get the skirt pattern as well as the extension. However, it’s a useful style that may make again.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
K***n (verified owner) – :
I made a couple of Montana midi dresses 2 years ago, and I wear them all the time in our hot humid summers. They’re casual but pretty. One of the things I love about the dress is the slightly high waistline, which on me is almost empire. The extension pack for Bodice B, however, has a longer waistline that I wasn’t sure I liked, so I shortened it to almost match the original. I also loved the full bodice lining on the original, so I created the v-neck of Bodice B in a fully lined version—more sewing, including hand sewing, but the drape in a mid-weight linen is truly lovely. I’m thrilled with this version of the dress.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
j***********n (verified owner) – :
Love this pattern… made it in a bright raspberry linen. Used the v-neck, short-sleeved, shorter dress length version. Did have to take a full inch out of the back, so it is oversized. I make lots of garments from Stylearc, but my usual size was still way too big. Makes for a casual or night out dress, depending on how to accessorize. And the comfort and cool feeling… lovely.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
j****u (verified owner) – :
Mixed up the extension pack with the nova midi skirt and got a great dress from up cycling a double sheet 🙂
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l**********h (verified owner) – :
Made this dress without any problems
I am now going to make it with two tiers
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
k*************5 (verified owner) – :
I do love the Montana dress and made it up without problem. However, recently the extension (additional sleeves and bodice). are a different problem. I find that the sleeves are very difficult to fit. I cannot get the notches/markings to match. I will persevere
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
m***********s (verified owner) – :
I have the extension pack and it’s very comfortable. I sometimes find your patterns, for me can be tight around the armholes and sleeves on more fitted patterns but this one is great. It’s a pattern that has lots of options to mix and match.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
f********1 (verified owner) – :
I love the Montana dress, it’s my favourite dress pattern, and this extension pack is amazing! I have already made two variations and will undoubtedly make many more. Such a good idea to provide the various interchangeable options. Thoroughly recommend this pattern.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
J******e (verified owner) – :
I have made several Montana Dresses it fits so well and I absolutely love it.
I’m about to use the extension pack using bodice C and sleeve 3.