Folkwear - Hawaiian Mu'uMu'u Dress Pattern (XS-3XL)

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

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.

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.

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