This sophisticated midi dress will effortlessly elevate your wardrobe. It is a regular fit with a slightly blouson bodice and flowy skirt which falls from the shirred waistline. We have provided two bodices, one to use with the feminine, shirred cuff sleeve or alternatively a bodice for a sleeveless look. The curved hem gives this style a totally up to the moment feel.
Mix knit and woven fabrics together in this versatile style to create an interesting wardrobe staple. The dropped shoulder and the woven split cuff along with the body combination will become a go to garment.
FABRIC:
Top – light Ponte or any fabric with a light stretch component
You will love this versatile dress that can be worn on any occasion. The knife pleat down the front and the crossed over knife pleat falling from the back yoke makes this dress a flattering alternative to add to your wardrobe. The extended shoulder line along with the stitched front detail, shirt tail hem line and inseam pockets really sets this great dress apart from the rest.
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS:
Crepe, Silk, Linen, Tencel or any woven dress fabric
A great spliced Tunic top using a combination of woven and knit fabrics. This tunic features a high low hemline with wide hem facings that are top stitched down. The back yoke features an exposed zip. This zip is optional, also this tunic can also be made in all knit if preferred.
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS:
Jersey and Silk combination
or all knit jersey
NOTIONS: Optional Exposed metal zip 15 cm or 6 in long
FINISHED GARMENT SIZE 10:
Bust = 99 cm or 39 in
Hip = 106 cm or 42 in
Shoulder breadth = 38 cm or 15 in
Centre back length = 75 cm or 29.5 in
Sleeve length = 60 cm or 23 in
Sleeve girth = 31 cm or 12.25 in
FABRIC QUANTITIES
FABRIC ESTIMATE FOR COMPLETE KNIT TOP WITH LONG SLEEVES
Fabric Width
Sizes 4 – 20
Sizes 22 – 30
148 cm / 58 in
150 cm / 1.65 yards
220 cm / 2.4 yards
FABRIC ESTIMATE FOR KNIT LONG SLEEVES, YOKE & BAND
This is a two in one pattern; they both share the same bodice with a gorgeous small shirt collar and cute turn back cuffs. The Blair shirt has an interesting overlay which falls from the bodice. The Blair dress has lovely shirt tails with a very clever in seam pocket which becomes a modesty underlay so as when the sides of the shirt tails open the leg is hidden. You will love it!
FABRIC SUGGESTION & DESCRIPTION
Washed Linen, Crepe, Chambray, Voile or any soft woven fabriC
This wonderful new pattern comes with two options; A & B.
Pattern “A” Features a slightly cropped body length, relaxed fit with bust darts. With a round neck and a functional back opening that can be buttoned this sleeveless top is the up to the moment look.
For those that prefer a more covered garment there’s option “B”. Featuring a square shaped body and dropped shoulder line with an optional buttoned tab. The body length is longer and has a buttoned back, round neck as option “A”
You will love this yummy oversized top with its gorgeous high neck, side pockets and hem bands, make it in a heavy a jumper knit to get a luxe feel, why not team it with the Brooklyn Pant for the complete weekend look.
FABRIC SUGGESTION
Sweater knit, Bonded knit, Merino knit, any weighty knit
Our new pattern the Cheryl Stretch Woven Pant is a stylish but easy to make pull on pant, that’s all about comfort and fit. Cheryl features a 7/8th length and straight leg with a wide hem and elastic waist. To complete your look, team it back with our Monty Shirt for a smarter look, or for a casual weekend look, Alannah or Gem.
FABRIC SUGGESTION
Bengaline or a stretch woven with a approx. 25% – 30% stretch or 3% – 4% lycra content.
This long-line fashionable cardi sewing pattern is a must have addition to your wardrobe. It has a cleverly designed all-in-one dropped shoulder line and a front band that hugs the neckline. This cardigan is finished off with two lovely large patch pockets.
Everyone needs a cardigan, why not this on trend style. It’s shortened front neck band that aligns with the inseam pocket detail give s a simple cardigan a new lease on life. Coral is a lovely square shaped cardigan, very easy to wear and make.
The symmetrical double angled hemlines give this simple tunic a designer look. Choose your season, make it sleeveless or with a fashionable three-quarter sleeve. The inseam pockets are optional and the neck line is faced and can be top stitched using a contrast colour thread.
FABRIC SUGGESTION & DESCRIPTION
Washed Linen, Crepe, Chambray, Voile or any soft woven fabric
Everybody loves a wrap top and there’s no exception when it comes to Dale. Our Dale knit top pattern has a cool dolman sleeve and wide fashionable cuff which makes it a stylish silhouette for your new season wardrobe. Wear this wrap top pattern to work with a tailored pant or casually with narrow leg jeans. The full wrap has been designed to wear comfortably without fears of gapping around the bust and waist area. Have fun styling it by tying it in different ways; to the back, front or side, the choice is yours.
Eme is our new summer cocoon shaped dress that is perfect for the beginner sewer, with no fastenings or trim details required. The loose-fitting shape allows for cool fitting during those hot summer days and the lovely darts at the hem complete the cocoon look. With its simple design lines Eme is the perfect pattern for colour blocking.
This fabulous jacket is not just easy to wear but it is very easy to make. The knee length and the gorgeous waterfall collar makes this jacket a great trans seasonal addition to your wardrobe. A project you can complete in an afternoon.
FABRIC SUGGESTION & DESCRIPTION
Ponte knit, or any stable knit
SKILL LEVEL
BEGINNER
PATTERN MEASUREMENTS BASED ON SIZE 10
Bust = 103 cm or 40.5” ( APPROX 4.5 ” WEARING EASE)
This cardi is such a versatile piece to have in your wardrobe. Throw it over your shoulders on a cool evening or wear it with your jeans for a casual look. The dolman sleeves give this staple a new look, wear the neckband up or fold it over to create a shawl collar.
The hooded sweat shirt is the piece to put you on the fashion fast track! This great hoodie looks fabulous with jeans running errands or, for a more up-to-the-minute look you can pair it back with your tailored pant and jacket exposing the hood as a layering piece.
This hooded style has a dropped shoulder and panelled back, why not use a contrast zig-zag stitch on the seams as a feature.
FABRIC SUGGESTION & DESCRIPTION
Ponte knit, Sweater Knit, Fleecy, loop backed jersey
Everyone has to have a great t-shirt and this is it with its short sleeve and fashionable dipped back hemline. Wear it with your favourite trousers or when you’re heading to the gym.
The reverse inverted pleats give this designer dress its unique shape. This dress has a fitted bodice along with a dropped shoulder. The shape of the engineered sleeve is created by the under-sleeve tucks. The essential side pockets and mid-calf length give this dress its designer feel.
