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.
Details:
Sewing level: Confident Beginner
Sizes: 0-20
Finished measurements: See complete final measurements for sizes 0-20 here
Instructions: English
Notions:
- Buttons for View A and B center front opening, 5 x 1/2″ (12 mm)
- Elastic for View A waist and sleeve cuffs, 1/2″ (13 mm) wide x 2 yard (2 m)
- Elastic for View C sleeve cuffs, 1/2″ (13 mm) wide x 1/2 yard (0.5 m)
- Lightweight fusible interfacing for View C facing, 10″ x 10″ (25 cm x 25 cm)
- Thread in matching colour
- Marking tool
- Tube turner or safety pin
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
Yardage:
View A (Dress)
- 45″ (1.15 m): Sizes 0-14: 5.5 yd (5 m), Sizes 16-20 = n/a*
- 58″ (1.5 m): Sizes 0-6: 5 yd (4.5 m), Sizes 8-20 = 5.25 yd (4.75 m)
View B (Tunic)
- 45″ (1.15 m): Sizes 0-6: 2.25 yd (2 m), Sizes 8-14 = 2.5 yd (2.25 m), Sizes 16-20 = n/a*
- 58″ (1.5 m): Sizes 0-20: 2.25 yd (2 m)
View C (Blouse)
- 45″ (1.15 m): Sizes 0-12: 2.5 yd (2.25 m), Sizes 14 = 2.75 yd (2.5 m), Sizes 16-20 = n/a*
- 58″ (1.5 m): Sizes 0-10: 1.75 yd (1.5 m), Sizes 12-18 = 2 yd (1.75 m), Sizes 20-32 =2.25 yd / 2m
* Select sizes will not be able to use 45″ fabric without rotating pattern pieces or piecing the fabric.
** If purchasing only this item and shipping is required within Canada, this item will be sent by Canada Post Lettermail (no tracking) and any shipping paid over $5.00 will be refunded (example, purchase only this pattern and pay standard shipping of $15.00, we will refund $10.00). **
The contents of this pattern (including instructions, photos & diagrams) are protected by copyright and belong exclusively to Closet Core Studio Inc. You may use this pattern for domestic use only. Garments made from this pattern and sold commercially are expressly prohibited. No part if this pattern may be reproduces or resold, although it is permitted to print single copies for domestic use. [2021-07-29]