This is a classic shift dress with exceptional fit! It features a scooped neckline, fitted short sleeve (also cap sleeve for sizes XS-XL), and optional waistline tucks and side seam slits. This pattern also makes a beautiful non-gaping sleeveless dress by omitting the sleeves and bias binding the armholes as well as the neckline. Pattern pieces included for fuller plus size arm.
The XXL-6X pattern is especially fitted for the “apple body” that has slender arms and full bust.
Tie Blouse: the waistline tie-front overblouse features a bias bound long “V” neckline and fitted long sleeves with optional hemline slits.
NOTIONS: Blouse: Optional: Hooks and Eyes.
FABRICS: Soft Light to Mediumweight Fabrics: Rayon, Knits, Cotton or Linen. Unsuitable for obvious diagonals. Allow extra fabric to match plaids or stripes. Use nap yardages/layouts for pile, shaded or one-way design fabrics.
*with nap. **without nap.
Combinations: Miss (XS-S-M-L-XL), Woman (XXL-1X-2X-3X-4X-5X-6X)
This pattern is produced under the Butterick label.
