Closet Core Patterns | Nicks Dress

Inject a little bohemian glamour into your wardrobe with the Nicks Dress + Blouse. In multiple variations with soft gathering and delicate details, it's satisfying to make and a pleasure to wear.

All views feature a loose-fitting V-necked bodice with a gently gathered shoulder and yoke. The slightly puffed sleeve is gathered at the shoulder; choose between a short sleeve, or a long sleeve with wrist pleats for shaping and an elastic gathered cuff. You may also choose between two interchangeable neckline finishes: a simple facing, or a bias-bound neckline with delicate rouleau button loops and buttons. View A is a button-front dress with a comfortable elastic waist, long or short sleeves, and three gathered skirt tiers. View B is a voluminous swing tunic with a gathered hip tier and long or short sleeves. View C is an elegant blouse with a faced neckline and long or short sleeves.

Model notes:  Heather is 5'-7" and wears a size 12 from the 0-20 size range. 

Sewing level: Advanced beginner

Sizes: 0-20  (see the sizing chart here)

Finished measurements: See complete final measurements here

SUGGESTED FABRIC:

The Nicks Dress + Blouse shines in a variety of light to midweight wovens with moderate drape. We suggest the following:

• For a flowy and ethereal effect, try: rayon challis, viscose, silk crepe, chiffon, charmeuse, or georgette
• For more body, try: cotton shirting, batiste, voile, chambray, or linen

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES:

• • Buttons for View A and B center front opening, 12 mm
  • Elastic for View A waist and sleeve cuffs, 3 mm wide x 2 m.
  • Elastic for View C sleeve cuffs, 13 mm wide x 0.5 m.
  • Lightweight fusible interfacing for View C facing, 25 cm x 25 cm
  • Thread in matching colour
  • Marking tool
  • Tube turner or safety pin

FABRIC REQUIREMENTS:

View A (Dress)

• 1.15 m: Sizes 14-16: 5.25 m, Sizes 18-32 = n/a*
• 1.5 m: Sizes 14-24: 5.25 m, Sizes 26-32 = 5.5 m

View B (Tunic)

• 1.15 m: Sizes 14-16: 2.5 m, Sizes 18-32 = n/a*
• 1.5 m: Sizes 0-20: 2 m

View C (Blouse)

• 1.15 m: Sizes 14-20: 2.75 m, Sizes 22-32 = 3 m
• 1.5 m: Sizes 14-18: 2 m, Sizes 20-32 = 2m