GBSB Ep7 Inspiration: Stitching for the Dancefloor
From liquid satin and denim to metallic jersey, sequins and velvet, discover our fabric inspiration from Sewing Bee Music Week.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: UK 4 - 28
Description
The Loviisa dress is a contemporary A-line mini dress with a denim-inspired edge. Its bold collar, statement button placket, and sharp chest pockets add a modern twist to a classic silhouette. Designed with practicality in mind, it includes side pockets and long sleeves with cuffs, featuring pleats and small slits for added shape and movement. Subtle topstitching throughout enhances the design with a refined finish.
Recommended Fabric
Opt for a medium-weight, non-stretch fabric like denim or twill for the main dress. For the pocket bags, use a lighter yet durable non-stretch fabric, such as plain cotton.
Fabric Requirements
The fabric requirements include a 5% allowance for shrinkage. Keep in mind that more fabric may be needed for patterned fabrics or those that require a single-direction cut.
150 cm (60") wide fabric: 165 - 270 cm (1 3/4 - 3 yd).
115 cm (45") wide fabric: 285 - 320 cm (3 1/8 - 3 1/2 yd).
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.
Named - Loviisa Denim Dress Pattern (UK 4-28) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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