Buy the S9888 Dress sewing pattern from Simplicity. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner/intermediate dressmaker. Relaxed-fit shirtdress with elasticated waist and side seam pockets. Optional pointed collar and placket can be made in a contrasting fabric. Dress has a forward drop shoulder with full pleated sleeves and elastic closures in two sleeve length variations. Two length options, optional cut-out at back waist. Sew Rating:
This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:
– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK over £50)
Suggested fabrics: Cotton Blends, Gingham, Linen Blends, Poplin, Shirtings. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible.
Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way design fabrics or shrinkage.
Sizing: H5 (6-8-10-12-14) R5 (14-16-18-20-22), which is approx. UK sizes H5 (4/6 – 10), R5 (10– 18/20) based on our . Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.
Notions: Thread. A,B,C: Five 1/2"" (1.3cm) buttons, 3/8"" (1cm) elastic: 7/8 yd. (0.8m) for A, 1 7/8 yds. (1.8m) for B,C. Also for B,C: One pkg. of 1/2"" (1.3cm) single fold bias tape.
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