This long, breezy dress with short sleeves is designed for jersey fabrics, making it an easy and enjoyable sewing project. Download the free PDF sewing pattern and get started!
1 cm seam allowance included!
Material
- 1.6 m jersey with spandex (30-40% stretch)
- All-purpose thread
- Stretch needle
- Twin stretch needle
PLEASE NOTE! Fabric requirements are based on a width of 150 cm (59″). If your fabric is narrower, you may need more fabric!
Download the free PDF sewing pattern…
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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!
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | |
| Bust | 85 cm | 89 cm | 93 cm | 99 cm | 105 cm | 113 cm | 121 cm |
| Waist | 64 cm | 68 cm | 72 cm | 78 cm | 84 cm | 92 cm | 100 cm |
| Hips | 92 cm | 96 cm | 100 cm | 106 cm | 112 cm | 120 cm | 128 cm |
Finished garment measurements
- Length: approx. 110 cm.
Construction Order
The following points break down all the step you need to complete this project. However, please note that they only cover the basics!
Reminder that seam allowances are 1 cm wide, unless stated otherwise.
- Sew the shoulders.
- Make and attach the neckband (stretch to fit).
- Attach the sleeves.
- Sew the front and back at the side and underarm seams.
- Hem the bottom of the dress and the sleeves (turn once 3 cm).
Good luck with your sewing project!
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Looking forward to making it!