THIS IS A DIGITAL PDF PATTERN

The Go-To Dress features a fitted bodice, waist seam & separate A-line skirt. It has a beautiful fit & flare silhouette with a moderate hemline sweep. 

We've also added 2 waistband options so you can sew yourself a skirt too.

WATCH THE VIDEO to see what's in the Go-To Dress pattern:

◄FEATURES

Sew a dress or skirt.

Fitted bodice.

A-line skirt that fits smoothly onto the bodice or waistband at the natural waist.

3 hemlines : above or below knee, plus long. Very easy to extend. 

Skirt : yoga-style or covered elastic waistband.

Mix & match necklines : match the high, mid & low front with any of the high, mid & low back necklines.

Plus a classic crew neck.

Banded neckline & sleeveless armhole finish.

3/4 & long semi-fitted sleeves.

Easy fit cap & short sleeve. 

Sleeveless : wide or cutaway.

Easy to multi-size

Print-at-home, A0 copy shop & 2 large font projector files. 

◄SIZING

Size 4-30.

View the size chart here.

◄FABRIC & TRIMS

View fabric requirements here. 

Designed for stretch knit fabrics with 4-way stretch.

2-way stretch knits can be used. Minimal stretch required is 25% horizontal & 15% vertical.

Note: bands will need 4-way stretch with elastane, spandex or Lycra.

Fabric suggestions include: Viscose Elastane, Rayon Elastane, Modal Elastane, Bamboo Elastane, Double Brushed Poly, Single Brushed Poly, Rib knit, Cotton Lycra, Scuba (avoid stiff), Liverpool, Ponte, Jacquard Knit, ITY, Merino Wool Knit, Stretch Lace, Poly Elastane Jersey, Crepe Knit, Swim Fabric, Sweater Knit.

◄PATTERN SPECS

Projector files for this pattern include multi-coloured and black size lines, large text and full pattern pieces. Plus centre fold lines so you can cut on the fold if needed.

FORMATS: A4/Letter, A0 Copy Shop, Projector. 

LAYERED: Yes.

SIZES: AU 4-30. Size chart. 

SKILL LEVEL: Experienced Beginner.

FABRIC TYPE: Stretch knit fabric. 

MEASUREMENTS: All patterns are in metric (cms) & imperial (inches).

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PRINTING: 

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