Pavonia top / dress pattern (34-56)
(For the PDF format: after your purchase, you will receive directly in your email box the download link)
The instructions are in English and French.
Pavonia is the summer pattern with a pretty back bodice that comes with 6 different options!
First of all, at the bodice, you have the choice between a single-strapped version or a double-strapped version. The pattern can then be made into a top, a mini dress, or a maxi dress. For the dress versions, you will need a narrow elastic to mark the waist.
A PATTERN IN PDF OR PAPER FORMAT
The pattern is available in pdf OR in paper format. The seam allowances are included (1 cm (⅜”)) .
If you opt for the pdf format, after your purchase you can download :
- a 40-page pdf file ( A4 or US letter) to be assembled,
- 3-page pdf file (A0 format / print at copyshop),
- printing tips (in English and in French),
- a detailed instruction booklet.
If you choose the paper format, you will receive a folder with :
- A detailed instruction booklet for sewing the top/dress,
- The pattern board (no overlapping pieces) in real size.
SUPPLIES
To make this top / dress, you will need:
- Fabric (55'' wide):
- for the top:
- sizes 34 to 44: 1.10 meter (1 ¼ y)
- sizes 46 to 56 : 1.70 meter (1 ⅞ y)
- for the short dress:
- sizes 34 to 44 : 2 meters (2 ¼ y)
- sizes 46 to 56: 2.40 metres (2 ⅝ y)
- for the long dress:
- sizes 34 to 44 : 3 meters (3 ⅓ y)
- sizes 46 to 56: 3.40 metres (3 ¾ y)
- You can use fluid fabrics such as viscose, cotton satin, or crepe.
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More "rigid" fabrics are also suitable: cotton poplin, cotton voile, plumetis, linen, linen-cotton.
- Iron-on interfacing:
- Version 1 : 30 cm (11 ¾”)
- Version 2 : 45 cm (17 ¾”)
- A 5 mm (¼”) wide elastic band (only for the dress version) :
SIZES
The Pavonia pattern is available in sizes 34 to 56.
To help you choose the right size, you’ll find below the finished garment measurements:
SKILL LEVEL
Advanced beginner (difficulty level 2/5).