In this journal post, we explore the Arc Dress in depth — from its details and fit to the making process — so you can get a complete understanding of the project before you begin.
LEVEL: Beginner
ESTIMATED MAKE TIME: 2 hours
TECHNICAL DETAILS: Bias tape, narrow hem, round pocket
TOOLS: Sewing machine, iron + iron board, scissors for paper and fabric, measuring tape and pins.
MATERIALS: Fabric (a light- or medium weight cotton or linen), matching thread and bias tape.
THE PATTERN
Arc Dress is a simple A-line dress. The PDF pattern is available for both mini and junior, covering age 1-14 yrs.
The dress slips effortlessly over the head and features a relaxed A-line silhouette with a mid-length hem. The neckline and arm openings are finished with bias tape, adding subtle detailing.
Wear it bare-legged or together with Favorite Pants.
CHOOSING FABRIC FOR YOUR PROJECT
The pattern is designed for woven, medium weight fabrics such as cottons, linen, corduroy, soft denim, wool and flannel.
Keep in mind that the material you choose affects the difficulty of the project. Cotton is easy to work with and therefore a good choice for beginners.
BIAS TAPE EXPLAINED
Bias tape is a narrow strip of fabric that’s cut on the bias, meaning at a 45° angle to the fabric’s straight grain.
Because it’s cut diagonally, it has natural stretch and flexibility, which makes it perfect for finishing curved edges.
FIT
This sleeveless dress has a flared silhouette with a beautiful curved hemline. The fit has enough volume to fit over a sweater on colder days.
SEWING TIPS
THE PATTERN
Arc Dress is a simple A-line dress. The PDF pattern is available for both mini and junior, covering age 1-14 yrs.
The dress slips effortlessly over the head and features a relaxed A-line silhouette with a mid-length hem. The neckline and arm openings are finished with bias tape, adding subtle detailing.
Wear it bare-legged or together with Favorite Pants.
FIT
This sleeveless dress has a flared silhouette with a beautiful curved hemline. The fit has enough volume to fit over a sweater on colder days.
CHOOSING FABRIC FOR YOUR PROJECT
The pattern is designed for woven, medium weight fabrics such as cottons, linen, corduroy, soft denim, wool and flannel.
Keep in mind that the material you choose affects the difficulty of the project. Cotton is easy to work with and therefore a good choice for beginners.
BIAS TAPE EXPLAINED
Bias tape is a narrow strip of fabric that’s cut on the bias, meaning at a 45° angle to the fabric’s straight grain.
Because it’s cut diagonally, it has natural stretch and flexibility, which makes it perfect for finishing curved edges.
SEWING TIPS
Kids' pattern — 1-6 yrs
Junior pattern — 8-14 yrs
