PDF Pattern - Vera Shirt Dress | Needle and Thread Patterns
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- PDF Files AND Print Service = Digital files emailed AND A0 printed pattern sheets posted.
Prefer only your size printed? Let us know in the order comments (only for layered patterns).
Note: The print service does not include printing of the instruction pages.
Number of Copy Shop/A0 pages: 2
This pattern is a versatile pattern with that little extra in the design. It is easy to adjust for your body shape, if needed.
This design includes a collar, inseam pockets and slits at side seams. It's slightly fitted with a short sleeve and a just below knee length.
Sewing level: Intermediate maker.
You have made some sewing projects and are starting to feel confident when making simple items. You are eager to learn how to sew moderately difficult details, such as collars and collar stands, darts, and in-seam pockets. You have used patterns a few times and feel confident using basic patterns.
It's available in 16 sizes, sizes 32-62 (Size 4-34)
The body measurement for the bust for size 32 is 76 cm and for size 62 it is 152 cm. You will receive all sizes when purchasing this pattern.
The digital PDF pattern includes files for:
- A4 (42 tiles)
- US letter (42 tiles)
- A0 (2 tiles)ready to be printed.
Also included is an instructional booklet with all the information needed for a successful project, including a step-by-step sewing manual.
MEASUREMENTS AND SIZING
Please use our size guide when choosing your size. (Please see included photo)
The silhouette for this design is slightly fitted, bare that in mind when selecting your size.
Are you in between sizes? Use your bust measurement as you most important guide.
It's also usually best to choose a bigger size rather than a smaller one, when in doubt.
MATERIALS
For this design you will need:
- Main fabric.
- Fusing
- Pocket bag fabric (optional)
- Approximately 10 buttons
- Thread
You will also need these tools:
- A pair of scissors
- A measuring tape
- Pin needles
- Needle and thread (optional)
- Chalk
- A sewing machine and/or a overlock machine
- An iron with steam feature.
Amount of fabric needed:
Main fabric:
Width 130 cm
32-34 160 cm
36-38 210 cm
40-42 220 cm
44-46 230 cm
48-50 240 cm
52-54 240 cm
56-58 250 cm
60-62 300 cm
Width 140 cm
32-34 160 cm
36-38 170 cm
40-42 220 cm
44-46 230 cm
48-50 230 cm
52-54 240 cm
56-58 250 cm
60-62 250 cm
Width 150 cm
32-34 140 cm
36-38 150 cm
40-42 165 cm
44-46 170 cm
48-50 220 cm
52-54 230 cm
56-58 250 cm
60-62 250 cm
Fusing: Width 90 cm
32-34 100 cm
36-46 105 cm
48-58 110 cm
60-62 115 cm
ADJUSTMENTS AND HACKS
If you prefer, you can easily:
- Remove pockets and/or slits.
- Adjust neckline to be with a shirt collar, scooped out rounded neckline or a V-neck without any collar.
- Make the sleeves rolled up or simply hemed. The sleeves can be shortened or lengthened depending on your preference.
- Adjust the fit and silhouette by adjusting or removing the pleats at waistline.