GBSB Ep8 Inspiration: Stitched from the Page
From Sherlock Holmes tweeds and reworked school uniforms to romantic Jane Austen dresses, explore the fabrics that inspired Literary Icons Week on The Great British Sewing Bee.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: UK 6-24
Approximate sewing time: 1 day (8 hours)
Description
Caroline is a figure-hugging dress with a gentle flare at the hem, achieved through bias cutting. Its front showcases bust darts and a central seam, while the back boasts shoulder and waist darts, and another central seam. The round neckline features a keyhole opening and a button with a button loop closure at the back. The dress is elegantly finished with long, close-fitting sleeves that gently flare at the cuffs. Caroline gracefully falls to above-ankle length.
Please Note: The paper pattern does not come with printed instructions. To access the instructions, kindly utilize the QR code provided on the pattern sheets to download the PDF file.
Recommended Fabric
Satin, dress-weight viscose, stretch crepe, natural or atritficial silk.
Choose dress-weight fabrics with the following properties:
- Medium weight, with good drape, soft, non-stretch or with very little stretch, opaque
- The fiber content can include natural fibers (silk), artificial fibers (viscose), blends (silk + polyester, etc.), and synthetics (polyester)
ATTENTION: Stretchy (with elastane) and lightweight sheer fabrics (chiffon, organza, stretch lace) are NOT recommended.
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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.
Vikisews - Caroline Dress Sewing Pattern (UK 6-24) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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