GBSB Ep5 Inspiration: Working Out Athleisure
From activewear and French terry to technical fabrics and appliqué, we're taking inspiration from Sports Week on The Great British Sewing Bee
Difficulty: Confident Beginner
Sizes: US 12-32 (approx. UK 14-34 based on our size chart)
Please always check the pattern size chart and finished garment measurements.
Description
Personalise your knit wardrobe with the Grafton Dress, Top & Skirt Mix & Match Pack, allowing you to create a style that is exclusively yours. Tailored for curves, this versatile sewing pattern accommodates cup sizes C-H and offers a plethora of options for bodices, skirts, sleeves, and necklines, providing over 400 possibilities for knit dresses, skirts, and tops. Whether you're in the mood for a laid-back skater dress, a chic asymmetrical skirt, a glamorous gown, an elevated tee, or a retro frock, the Grafton allows you to sew a myriad of looks, ensuring a unique and stylish ensemble every time you delve into your creative process.
Recommended Fabric
Select light to midweight knit fabrics like jersey, ITY, Liverpool knit, double knit, or ponte with a minimum of 25% stretch both horizontally and vertically. However, there are two exceptions to this guideline:
If you opt to line your bodice (required for the square neckline and optional for all others), use either the same fabric for the lining or a lighter weight knit with an equivalent amount of stretch.
For the turtle neckband only, consider incorporating lightweight stretch interfacing (optional) to add structure and finesse to your garment. This mix-and-match pattern provides flexibility in fabric choices, allowing you to tailor your creations to your preferred style and comfort.
Notions
Delivery & Returns
Processing Your Order: We aim to dispatch all orders within 1-2 working days. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your order is handled with care and sent out promptly.
UK Delivery:
Royal Mail Tracked 48 - 2nd Class Delivery: This is our standard Royal Mail service. Delivery is typically estimated at 2–3 working days from dispatch, although times can vary.
Royal Mail Tracked 24 - 1st Class Delivery: A faster Royal Mail option, typically estimated at 1–2 working days from dispatch. Please note that this is not a guaranteed next day service.
Courier Delivery: We offer a courier service via Parcelforce for customers requiring a faster delivery option. We aim to dispatch eligible orders placed before 1pm on the same working day, but this cannot be guaranteed. Courier delivery is generally expected on the next working day following dispatch. Orders placed on Friday may not be collected until the following Monday. This service is tracked.
We process orders Monday to Friday, so weekend orders begin processing the following Monday.
We deliver worldwide - view our full list of international destinations.
All delivery times are estimates and may be affected by circumstances outside our control once your parcel has been handed to the delivery provider.
We want you to love your order! If you’re not completely happy, you can return items within 28 days of receiving your order.
Please note that fabrics are cut to order, so a restocking fee may apply. Some items are non-returnable except where faulty or not as described.
Cashmerette - Grafton Dress, Top & Skirt Pattern Mix & Match Pack (US 12-32) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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