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Belted elegant dress with pockets – Free sewing pattern download PDF #UP1012

Posted on May 20, 2023 by Zelena

This belted dress is the perfect piece for a chic and sophisticated look. Its minimalist design is loosely-fitted, and also features dropped shoulders, a boat neck and convenient welt pockets are added so you can stash your essentials. Make your own now
in no time!

1 cm seam allowance included!


Material

  • 1.6 m crêpe, viscose, linen or gabardine
  • 0.2 m light-weight lining fabric (Bemberg, satin, polyester lining, cotton voile, linen…)
  • 0.2 m all-purpose fusible interfacing
  • All-purpose thread
  • Universal or Microtex 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…

… and once you’re done, share a photo of you wearing proudly your new belted 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!

XXSXSSMLXLXXL
Bust85 cm89 cm93 cm99 cm105 cm113 cm121 cm
Waist64 cm68 cm72 cm78 cm84 cm92 cm100 cm
Hips92 cm96 cm100 cm106 cm112 cm120 cm128 cm
Finished garment measurements
  • Length: approx. 87 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.

  1. Fuse the welt and neck facings (front and back).
  2. Sew the welt pockets on both front panels (see markings). The large welt should be attached to the pocket lining.
  3. Sew the shoulders.
  4. Sew the facings at the shoulders and attach to the garment. You can sew the outer edges of the facing to the garment to keep in place.
  5. Attach the sleeves to the armholes.
  6. Sew the side and underarm seams.
  7. Hem the bottom of the dress and sleeves (turn once 3 cm).
  8. Make the belt.

Good luck with your sewing project!


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4 thoughts on “Belted elegant dress with pockets – Free sewing pattern download PDF #UP1012”

  1. Miriam Thomas says:
    May 23, 2023 at 9:01 am

    Thank you

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