Product Description
Version A
- Fitted bodice
- Extended shoulder line
- Shoulder pads
- Waist band
- 11 panel gored skirt
- Hem band.
- Ankle length
- Back invisible zip
Trims
- Invisible zip 55 cm (22")
- Shoulder pads 1 pair wadding
- 1 x small hook & eye
Version B
- Fitted Bodice
- Short sleeves, no shoulder pads
- Waist band
- 11 panel gored skirt
- Hem band
- Ankle length
- Back invisible zip
Trims
- Invisible zip 52 cm (20")
- 1 x small hook & eye
Fabric Suggestion
Linen, crepe, silk, cotton
Pattern Format
| Printed Pattern - Single-Size | |
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| Single-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address. |
More Pattern Formats
| PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-size (Including A0) | |
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| 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. | |
| Printed Pattern - Multi-Size | |
| Multi-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address. | |
| PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size | |
| 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. |
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Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
j********d (verified owner) – :
I made the sleeved version in size 18. I made a test toile in cheap gingham first which revealed the large number of panels in the skirt that are not easily obvious in the cartoon or photos. This therefore requires matching of the horizontal lines or a fabric in a small sized print.
The effect of the waistband and hem band was also lost – a contrasting fabric or cutting these pieces on the diagonal for example would look better. The check cartoon was quite misleading here.
The neckline was too high on my throat and the gathers spread as indicated produced an unflattering matronly mono-boob!
I then repeated the dress in a cotton sateen with a small dot pattern, cutting the bands at 90 degrees to the dress. I lowered the front neck between the shoulder by 1″, condensed the waist gathers more tightly around the CF and inserted a pocket on the side seam. This gave a much better result.
The instructions supplied were extremely scant and required prior sewing skills in my opinion. That is the greatest area here that needs improvement. Nevertheless, I’ll try the sleeveless option, checking the neckline before I cut.
And I’ll cut a pocket. Always must have a pocket!
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
c**********a (verified owner) – :
I bought this dress because I was looking for something comfortable and stylish to wear to work. I think that this was a pretty simple make really. It did need some adjustment for me a I have a relatively long waist and short legs. Also I needed to shorten the area between the neckline and my upper bust as there was too much fabric in this part of the garment. Otherwise I love this dress and have worn it on a number of occasions. I am 59 and about to be 60 at any moment – I thought this dress was flattering and it would suit any number of woman and body types.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
R***********s (verified owner) – :
I have purchased and sewed several Style Arc patterns for tops and blouses in the past, but this is the first dress pattern I have sewn. As soon as I saw the pattern, I knew I would like to make it for the coming British summer. (Yes, we do have days of sunshine and warmth!). I liked the fitted bodice and gathers at the neck (which sits just above the collar bone), and felt the style would suit someone in her 60’s as well as younger women. I am pleased with the result. I sewed a size 16, and only made a couple of adjustments – 1½” off the length and a narrower waistband to suit my shape around the midriff. I used a STOF 100% cotton fabric (purchased from http://www.minerva.com) which I think lends structure to the skirt. I also intend to make the version with the round neck and sleeves. Thank you, Style Arc, for another must-sew pattern!
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