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Short dress with puffed sleeves – Free sewing pattern download PDF #UP1002

Posted on April 16, 2023March 29, 2026 by Zelena

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Effortlessly charming with a modern twist, this denim dress pairs voluminous puffed sleeves with a clean V-neckline and subtle bust darts for a flattering silhouette. Topstitching adds a refined touch to its slip-on ease. A playful, pared-back designโ€”perfect for makers seeking style with simplicity.

Download the FREE PDF sewing pattern, and sew your own dress now!

1 cm (3/8โ€ณ) seam allowance included!


Material

  • FABRIC: 1.6 m (1 3/4 yd) light-weight denim or twill
  • All-purpose thread
  • Jeans needle (size 16-18)
  • OPTIONAL: Topstitch thread
  • 1 m (1 1/8 yd) knitted elastic, 1 cm (3/8″) wide

Important: Fabric requirements are based on a fabric width of 150 cm (59″). If your fabric is narrower, additional yardage may be required.


Download the free PDF sewing patternโ€ฆ

โ€ฆ and once youโ€™re done, share a photo of you wearing proudly your new dress with #unfetteredpatterns or tag us @unfetteredpatterns!

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Sizing Guide

This pattern is drafted according to the following body measurements. Standard height is 1.64 m (5.4 ft). Check this tutorial if you want to add sizes to your pattern!

If you want to adapt the length of your garment to your height, check this helpful tutorial here!

SS/MMM/LL
Bust89 cm
(35โ€ณ)
93 cm
(36 1/2โ€ณ)
97 cm
(38โ€ณ)
101 cm
(39 1/2โ€ณ)
105 cm
(41โ€ณ)
Waist68 cm
(26 3/4โ€ณ)
72 cm
(28 1/4โ€ณ)
76 cm
(29 3/4โ€ณ)
80 cm
(31 1/4โ€ณ)
84 cm
(32 3/4โ€ณ)
Hips96 cm
(38โ€ณ)
100 cm
(39 1/2โ€ณ)
104 cm
(41โ€ณ)
108 cm
(42 1/2โ€ณ)
112 cm
(44โ€ณ)

Finished garment measurements (Size M)

  • Length: 90 cm (35 1/2″)
  • Bust: 102 cm (40″)
  • Hips: 107 cm (42″)
  • Sleeve: 36.3 cm (24 3/8″)
  • Biceps: 55.3 cm (21 7/8″)

Sewing Notes

Reminder that seam allowances are 1 cm (3/8″) wide, unless stated otherwise.

  • If youโ€™re using the topstitching thread, thread it in the needle, and wind the bobbin with a matching all-purpose thread. Topstitching thread is thicker, so this means that you must also use a thicker needle.
  • Be sure to make a tension test on a fabric scrap!
  • Assemble the dress in that order: center back seam, front darts, shoulders, neck bias tape, center front, side seams, sleeves, elastics and hem.

Good luck with your sewing project!


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4 thoughts on “Short dress with puffed sleeves – Free sewing pattern download PDF #UP1002”

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  2. Rosalie Taraud says:
    October 16, 2024 at 9:18 am

    Bonjour, j’adore le modรจle mais je me demande s’il est facile de mettre la robe, s’il n’y a pas de fermeture zip . Le tissus doit il รชtre lรฉgรจrement extensible?

    J’aimerais utiliser ce tissu, mais je ne sais pas s’il pourrait convenir?

    Sergรฉ de coton Pourpre – Tissus au mรจtre Mercerine

    Reply
  3. Amani says:
    February 15, 2026 at 1:27 am

    Good

    Reply
  4. Angieย Gray says:
    June 10, 2026 at 3:04 pm

    Really like the fit of this dress, very comfy, quick easy sew

    Reply

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