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Ash Dress

The Elegant Slip Dress

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  • Fabric & Supplies

    Light to medium weight woven fabrics such as linen, chambray, batiste, lawn, clip dot, double gauze, rayon challis, rayon crepe, cupro, silk, and Tencel. Sophia is wearing light blue linen, and Franki is wearing green viscose.

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    All-purpose polyester sewing thread, sewing machine needle, two 3/8” O rings, two 3/8” adjustable strap sliders, and point turner.

    Refer to size chart for amount of fabric needed for your size.

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  • Sizing & Fit

    Sophia is wearing a size 2 Ash dress. We raised the waist point 1/2" and added 2" to the body length.Her measurements are bust: 33 1/2" (85 cm), waist: 25" (63.5 cm), hip: 36 1/2"(92.75 cm), and she is 5'8" (172.75 cm) tall.

    Franki is wearing a size 18 from our 12 - 30 size range. We reduced the neck/shoulder width by 1/2" each side, lowered the dart 1", and increased the bust and upper bust 1 1/4". Franki is 5' 6 1/2" (169 cm) tall and her measurements are bust: 47 1/4" (120 cm), waist:39" (99 cm) and hip: 49 1/2" (126 cm).

    Our Misses patterns are drafted for a C cup and our Curvy patterns are drafted for DD. Both are drafted for a height of 5'8" (172 cm).

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    We want to help you achieve the best fit possible so you can sew garments you truly love. Our fit guides are designed to help you better understand the fit and details of each pattern. Use fit guides in conjunction with the finished measurement chart to better understand the ease and intended fit of each pattern.

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Pattern Extras

Ash Dress Bonus

The member bonus for the Ash dress adds straps that tie in the back and loop in the front, a simple, yet unique detail that totally transforms the look.

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Ash Slip Dress Sewalong

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