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The Rochester | SEWING PATTERN
The Rochester sewing pattern has been designed with simple, understated styling and thoughtful details in mind. An easy-to-wear style with a relaxed fit and slight A-line shaping, and gathered front neckline. Featuring a deep centre back pleat, curved hem with side split and stitched facing. The elbow-length sleeves have a deep stitched hem.
Size: UK 8-18
Version A - The Rochester Top is mid-hip length and great to wear with jeans.
Version B - The Rochester Dress is knee length with a self-tie belt and in-seam pockets
Elasticated and gathered front neckline, elbow length sleeves, curved hem and side split with feature topstitching, centre back pleat, in-seam side pockets (dress only), no zip, easy to shorten or lengthen with guides on your pattern.
Fabric Suggestions:Light to medium weight woven fabrics to accommodate gathered neckline; denims, chambrays, linen, crepe, cotton lawn - Unlined
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
I made these for my slender 14 year old in stretch green pinwale with antique copper hardware. I cut a size 6, added some length to the legs and took 2cm per side width out of the back. The pattern instructions are easy to follow though I would love it if every second size, rather than every size, was printed on one pattern sheet as this would improve ease of cutting. Maaike always sources good quality fabrics and the pinwale is easy to work with.
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