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Vikisews - Fabia Dress Sewing Pattern (UK 6-24) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: UK 6-24
Description
Fabia defines elegance with its close-fitting silhouette, highlighting an accentuated waist through a meticulously designed waist seam. The front is adorned with bust darts, while both front and back feature waist darts, ensuring a tailored and flattering fit. The skirt, cut on a bias, gracefully flares towards the hem, adding a touch of sophistication.
Concealed within the side seam is an invisible zipper for a seamless closure. Fabia's allure is accentuated by a deep V-shaped neckline, delicately framed with sheer dress netting. The dress is adorned with long fitted set-in sleeves, featuring pleats around the cap area for a refined aesthetic. Embodying opulence, Fabia is fully-lined and extends to a maxi length, making it a statement piece for any formal occasion.
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
Dress-weight fabrics with the following properties:
Medium-weight
Soft and breathable
Good drape
Non-stretch or with very little stretch
Opaque
Consider fibre content that includes natural fibres (such as silk, cotton), artificial fibres (like viscose), blends (for example, silk + elastane, silk + viscose), and synthetics (polyester + elastane).
Recommended fabrics include silk, satin, crepe, and velvet with a silk backing, potentially with some elastane content for added flexibility.
Caution: Avoid stretchy knit fabrics or lightweight sheer fabrics like chiffon, organza, or stretch lace.
For the lining, choose materials made from natural fibres (silk), artificial fibres (viscose), blends (silk + elastane, viscose + elastane), and synthetics (polyester + elastane).
The dress featured in the photo is constructed from dress-weight silk, characterized by its medium weight, softness, good drape, and absence of stretch. The fabric blend includes silk + viscose. The lining fabric is composed of viscose + elastane. Additionally, the front centre panel incorporates dress netting, adding a subtle touch of sophistication to the overall design.
Notions
Stiff tulle or dress netting fabric for the front centre panel – 20cm (7 7/8”)
Net fabric of medium stiffness for sleeve heads – 20cm (7 7/8”)
Bra cups (to size) – 1 pair
Stitched bias-cut fusible stay tape with stitch reinforcement
An invisible zipper, 30cm (11 3/4”) long for all sizes in all heights
Matching thread – 5 spools (1 spool for the sewing machine + 4 spools for the overlocker)
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: UK 6-24
Description
Fabia defines elegance with its close-fitting silhouette, highlighting an accentuated waist through a meticulously designed waist seam. The front is adorned with bust darts, while both front and back feature waist darts, ensuring a tailored and flattering fit. The skirt, cut on a bias, gracefully flares towards the hem, adding a touch of sophistication.
Concealed within the side seam is an invisible zipper for a seamless closure. Fabia's allure is accentuated by a deep V-shaped neckline, delicately framed with sheer dress netting. The dress is adorned with long fitted set-in sleeves, featuring pleats around the cap area for a refined aesthetic. Embodying opulence, Fabia is fully-lined and extends to a maxi length, making it a statement piece for any formal occasion.
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
Dress-weight fabrics with the following properties:
Medium-weight
Soft and breathable
Good drape
Non-stretch or with very little stretch
Opaque
Consider fibre content that includes natural fibres (such as silk, cotton), artificial fibres (like viscose), blends (for example, silk + elastane, silk + viscose), and synthetics (polyester + elastane).
Recommended fabrics include silk, satin, crepe, and velvet with a silk backing, potentially with some elastane content for added flexibility.
Caution: Avoid stretchy knit fabrics or lightweight sheer fabrics like chiffon, organza, or stretch lace.
For the lining, choose materials made from natural fibres (silk), artificial fibres (viscose), blends (silk + elastane, viscose + elastane), and synthetics (polyester + elastane).
The dress featured in the photo is constructed from dress-weight silk, characterized by its medium weight, softness, good drape, and absence of stretch. The fabric blend includes silk + viscose. The lining fabric is composed of viscose + elastane. Additionally, the front centre panel incorporates dress netting, adding a subtle touch of sophistication to the overall design.
Notions
Stiff tulle or dress netting fabric for the front centre panel – 20cm (7 7/8”)
Net fabric of medium stiffness for sleeve heads – 20cm (7 7/8”)
Bra cups (to size) – 1 pair
Stitched bias-cut fusible stay tape with stitch reinforcement
An invisible zipper, 30cm (11 3/4”) long for all sizes in all heights
Matching thread – 5 spools (1 spool for the sewing machine + 4 spools for the overlocker)
