About this product
This is a PDF Sewing Pattern which you will have to print.
The Isobel Dress Sewing Pattern by Faith-Rowan Leeves is a wonderfully dramatic design, full of beautiful volume, thoughtful details and playful proportions. With its statement sleeves, generous skirt and adjustable waist ties, Isobel is a dress that's every bit as enjoyable to sew as it is to wear.
Featuring oversized sleeves, an abundance of pleats and gathers, practical pockets and adjustable side ties, Isobel has a distinctive silhouette that can be styled to suit you. The ties allow you to bring in the waist for a more defined shape or leave it loose for a relaxed, flowing look.
This is a particularly satisfying project for dressmakers who enjoy working with generous amounts of fabric and exploring different construction techniques. The pattern introduces Faith's own Making Method, developed through years of producing slow fashion garments, with an emphasis on efficient sewing processes and beautiful results.
Suggested Fabrics:
Lightweight to medium-weight non-stretch woven fabrics work best for the Isobel Dress. Cotton lawn, poplin, linen, linen blends and other soft woven dressmaking fabrics are lovely choices. Crisp cottons will emphasise the dramatic shape, while softer fabrics will create a more fluid silhouette.
Fabric Requirements:
The following are the designer's minimum fabric requirements, based on cutting the fabric flat rather than on the fold. Quantities are in metres and assume fabric without a directional nap. Allow extra for shrinkage, pattern matching or directional prints.
*For 83cm-wide fabric, sizes XS–XL require a shorter skirt length. Check the pattern instructions before cutting.
Additional Supplies:
- Matching or complimentary thread
- 5mm Elastic cut to size (for cuffs)
- 80cm of Bias binding if not cutting it from the scraps.
What You'll Learn:
- Gathering fabric
- Creating pleats
- Sewing pockets
- Finishing a bound neckline
- Working with Faith's process-based Making Method
PDF Pattern Includes:
- 57-page digital workbook with illustrated instructions
- A4 tiled pattern for home printing
- A0 copy shop pattern
- Separate cutting layout PDF
- Size chart and fabric requirements
- Pattern piece guide and seam allowance reference
- Tools and notions information
- Guidance on printing, modifications and construction
- Faith's Making Method
Ability: Intermediate. Skills include gathering, bound neckline, pockets and pleats.
Sizing: XS-3XL. Please refer to the size guide for finished garment measurements and advice on choosing your size.
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