This is a dress pattern by Violet Field Threads
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Time: 6-8 sessions
Supplies:
Purchase and download the pattern from the Violet Field Website. Pattern comes in 2 size ranges
Kids size up to 10 HERE
Tween size 10-16 HERE
*You will then need to either print it on 8.5 x 11 paper and tape together at home or we will tape together in class (please be sure you check the scale and make sure it prints the correct size. the pattern has a block to measure to make sure it’s the correct size. You can also choose to print at Kinko’s or a copy shop or from PDFPlotting.com
Kids will use one fabric only, or they can coordinate 2 different fabrics
For tween sizes 10-16 Fabric Requirements:
If using one fabric only: Total 2.5 yards fabric
or if you want to use 2 different fabrics:
Top will need 1/2 yard for center panels
1/2 yard for side panels
skirt will need 1 and 1/2 yard (get additional if you want a longer skirt)
For 7-10 girls sizing Fabric Requirements:
If using one fabric only: Total yardage – 2.25 yards
If you want 2 different fabrics:
center panels of top need 1/2 yard
side panel of top needs 1/2 yard
Skirt needs 1 and 1/4 yard (get additional if you want a longer skirt)
*All students will need 1 large or 2 small spools of all-purpose thread for the dress.
*Fabric Recommendations – quilting cottons, cotton sateen or other light-mid weight woven fabrics. Only more advanced students should choose something slippery for this dress. No knit(stretch) fabrics.