Difficulty: Advanced
Sizes: UK 6-24
Description
Ornella is an elegant, close-fitting evening gown with an adjustable waist seam and straps. The corset bodice showcases pleated cups with underwires and rigilene boning in applied channels. The bias-cut skirt flares at the bottom, with a floor-length front and a dramatic train at the back. The dress fastens discreetly with an invisible zipper along the centre back seam, complemented by a hook-and-eye closure.
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 silk, crepe, and satin.
The suggested lining materials encompass artificial fibres like viscose, blends such as viscose + elastane or viscose + polyester, and synthetics like polyester or polyester + elastane.
The featured garment is crafted from dress-weight crepe, boasting lightweight, soft, and flowy qualities with excellent drape and minimal stretch. Both the fabric and lining consist of 100% silk, emphasizing luxurious elegance.
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Vikisews - Ornella Dress Sewing Pattern (UK 6-24) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Sizes: UK 6-24
Description
Ornella is an elegant, close-fitting evening gown with an adjustable waist seam and straps. The corset bodice showcases pleated cups with underwires and rigilene boning in applied channels. The bias-cut skirt flares at the bottom, with a floor-length front and a dramatic train at the back. The dress fastens discreetly with an invisible zipper along the centre back seam, complemented by a hook-and-eye closure.
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 silk, crepe, and satin.
The suggested lining materials encompass artificial fibres like viscose, blends such as viscose + elastane or viscose + polyester, and synthetics like polyester or polyester + elastane.
The featured garment is crafted from dress-weight crepe, boasting lightweight, soft, and flowy qualities with excellent drape and minimal stretch. Both the fabric and lining consist of 100% silk, emphasizing luxurious elegance.
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