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Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: XS-3XL
Please always check the pattern size chart and finished garment measurements before choosing your size.
Description
Our mu'umu'u sewing pattern features three views, each with a different sleeve option: sleeveless, short sleeve, and elbow-length sleeve. The short sleeve is bell-shaped, while the longer sleeve has elastic at the cuff and falls to below the elbow. All three dresses feature princess seams, side darts with cleverly hidden pockets in the dart (optional), and an interior elastic belt to add additional shaping to the front as desired. The back is gathered to a pointed yoke and the front yoke is a smooth crew-neck shape. This dress is a perfect warm-weather outfit for comfort and style.
Considered aloha attire, this loose and breezy garment has its origins in the 1800s when missionaries adapted their Mother Hubbard-style dresses to fit Hawaiian women. Originally a tool of assimilation, native Hawaiians have since embraced this dress and all ages wear it to social events, family gatherings, and for some styles of hula. The mu'umu'u's popularity has spread worldwide due to its comfort, ease of wear, and colourful prints. Typically, mu‘umu‘u are made of cotton and feature tropical florals or traditional Hawaiian motifs. You can make this garment from silks or linens or solid fabrics as well.
• Three dress views
• Sleeveless option
• Short sleeve option
• Elbow-length sleeve option
• Princess seams and side darts
• Gathered back yoke
• Loose, comfortable fit
Recommended Fabric
Light to mid-weight woven cotton fabrics, Light to mid-weight linen, and silk are good choices as well. Fabrics with bold or subtle prints/designs are typical - Hawaiian prints, block prints, florals, abstract.
Notions
All Views:
• Thread
• ¼ yard (0.2m) interfacing (for front and back yoke and sleeveless facings)
• 12 inches of ¾" (2cm) wide elastic
• Bow tie hood and eye set (slider not needed if optional back shaping is not used)
View B:
• 24 inches (30cm) of ¼" (6mm) wide elastic for sleeves
Delivery & Returns
Delivery
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Returns
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.
Folkwear - Hawaiian Mu'uMu'u Dress Pattern (XS-3XL) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: XS-3XL
Please always check the pattern size chart and finished garment measurements before choosing your size.
Description
Our mu'umu'u sewing pattern features three views, each with a different sleeve option: sleeveless, short sleeve, and elbow-length sleeve. The short sleeve is bell-shaped, while the longer sleeve has elastic at the cuff and falls to below the elbow. All three dresses feature princess seams, side darts with cleverly hidden pockets in the dart (optional), and an interior elastic belt to add additional shaping to the front as desired. The back is gathered to a pointed yoke and the front yoke is a smooth crew-neck shape. This dress is a perfect warm-weather outfit for comfort and style.
Considered aloha attire, this loose and breezy garment has its origins in the 1800s when missionaries adapted their Mother Hubbard-style dresses to fit Hawaiian women. Originally a tool of assimilation, native Hawaiians have since embraced this dress and all ages wear it to social events, family gatherings, and for some styles of hula. The mu'umu'u's popularity has spread worldwide due to its comfort, ease of wear, and colourful prints. Typically, mu‘umu‘u are made of cotton and feature tropical florals or traditional Hawaiian motifs. You can make this garment from silks or linens or solid fabrics as well.
• Three dress views
• Sleeveless option
• Short sleeve option
• Elbow-length sleeve option
• Princess seams and side darts
• Gathered back yoke
• Loose, comfortable fit
Recommended Fabric
Light to mid-weight woven cotton fabrics, Light to mid-weight linen, and silk are good choices as well. Fabrics with bold or subtle prints/designs are typical - Hawaiian prints, block prints, florals, abstract.
Notions
All Views:
• Thread
• ¼ yard (0.2m) interfacing (for front and back yoke and sleeveless facings)
• 12 inches of ¾" (2cm) wide elastic
• Bow tie hood and eye set (slider not needed if optional back shaping is not used)
View B:
• 24 inches (30cm) of ¼" (6mm) wide elastic for sleeves
