Tilly & The Buttons Sewing Pattern - Stevie Top/Dress

Sew a simple dress with the help of popular pattern designer, Tilly & The Buttons.

With no darts, zips or set-in sleeves, Stevie is a satisfyingly quick and easy make - yay! Stevie has a modern, boxy fit, with round neckline and kimono sleeves, closing at the back with pretty ties or button loop. Make as a top with cropped hemline that hits the high hip, or above-the-knee dress length, with optional turn-up cuffs and patch pocket. Throw it on with a statement necklace and you're good to go!

Stevie includes jargon-busting instructions, helpful sewing tips, and colour photos showing you each step – making it easy for you to create gorgeous clothes you can be proud to say you made yourself.

Skill Level: Beginners

Fabric Suggestions: Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics, such as linen, double gauze, chambray, cotton lawn, viscose (rayon). If you’re a confident stitcher, try a sandwashed silk or crêpe de chine.

Fabric requirements:

Top - Sizes 1-5: 1.2m (1 1/4yd) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 1.7m (1 7Œ⁄8Žyd) x 115cm (45in) wide;
Top - Sizes 6-8: 1.5m (1 5/8yd) x 150cm (60in) OR 1.7m (1 7/8yd) x 115cm (45in) wide;
Dress - Sizes 1-5: 1.4m (1 1/2yd) x 150cm (60in) wide OR 2.2m (2 1/2yd) x 115cm (45in) wide;
Dress - Sizes 6-8: 2m (2 1/8yd) x 150cm (60in) OR 2.2m (2 1/2yd) x 115cm (45in) wide 

You will also need: Matching thread, 0.3m (3/8yd) interfacing (similar weight to your fabric). For button loop version: 1 x 12-18mm (1/2 - 3/4in) button and elasticated hairband

• Produced by Tilly & The Buttons
• 2 designs to make from the pattern
• Full-colour, step-by-step instructions
• Designed for beginners
• Fits measurements from 30-44 inch bust/ 24-38inch waist/ 33-47inch hips (cut according to size required)

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