Sew the Siahra dress for a total summertime staple. This midi-length dress has an empire waist, adjustable straps, and a clever casing creates a gathered neckline. The front is finished with a facing and the underarms and back neckline are finished with single fold bias tape.
Maya is wearing a size 2 Siahra dress with 3/4” added to the bust, 1 1/2” added to the width of the upper top edge, 7/8” added to the top length, and 5 1/2” added to the skirt length. Her measurements are 33 1/2”, 26”, 37” and she is 5’ 10”.
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Downloadable digital pattern
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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All-purpose polyester sewing thread, sewing machine needle, two 1/2" (12 mm) bra slides, two 1/2" (12 mm) bra rings, 1 3/8 yards (1.2 meters) of 1/2" (12 mm) single fold bias tape, and a small safety pin.
Light to medium weight woven fabrics such as linen, chambray, batiste, lawn, voile, rayon challis, cupro, and Tencel.
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Meet Siahra, the perfect summer dress! This class will teach you all the tips and tricks to make the Siahra dress, so pick a fabric you'd love to show off.
Kimmy is a versatile dress that marries effortless style with ease and comfort. Dolman sleeves with adjustable gathers and an elastic waistline offer this frock its figure-flattering shape.