The Sheath Dress Sewing Pattern *** Pattern Updated & New Sizing UK 6 - 22
£18.50
Size GuideBEGINNER PERFECT
About The Sheath Dress
Easy to wear and a joy to sew, The Sheath Dress is a wardrobe must-have.
The Sheath Dress is a classic shape with a contemporary edge. With a rounded neckline, grown-on sleeves and subtle shaping, this has all the makings of a modern classic. Adapt the design to suit your style by adding a sash belt or an elasticated waist, in seam or patch pockets, and your choice of fastening; button and loop closure or simply pull on.
This multi-purpose sewing pattern gives you the choice of:
- Button and loop closure or simply pull on
- In-seam or patch pockets
- Sash belt or elasticated waist
- Lengthen or shorten to your preferred length
New to sewing? With minimal pieces and an easy-to-fit style, this is the ideal pattern to start your dressmaking journey. More experienced and looking for a pattern with endless hacking potential? The Sheath Dress is the ideal base to create your ultimate dress.
For inspiration, head to our Instagram Story Highlights and view our sewing patterns made up by our community of Avid Seamstresses.
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium-weight woven fabrics are perfect for this pretty dress. Not suitable for stripes, diagonals, or plaids. Always allow extra fabric to match one-way designs.
UK sizes 6 - 22
Supplies Needed
- Fabric (must be 145cm wide)
- Thread
- 0.5m lightweight iron on interfacing
- For elasticated waist - elastic (max 25mm wide). UK 6-16 1m / UK 18-22 1.2m
- For button and loop closure - 1 small to medium size button
- Sewing pattern sheet printed on high-quality 60gsm pattern paper (irons/pins beautifully) or select an option to receive an additional pattern sheet - perfect for toiles or if you would like to make various sizes
- Step-by-step instruction booklet
- Guide to taking accurate measurements
- Checklist card to ensure you have covered everything before starting your project
- All encased in a re-closable envelope
The Sheath Dress includes step-by-step drawn instructions. Here are some examples of our sewing pattern instruction books. The photographed instructions can be accessed here.
Don't want to wait for the postman? The Sheath Dress is available in a digital version. You will be redirected to this product in our Etsy shop.
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Size GuideThis coat is unlined with a short buggy facing in the back. Should you wish to purchase the full lining add on please first purchase The Coat Sewing Pattern and then add the digital full lining add on here. Please note that if you purchase the full lining add on there are new fabric and lining requirements which are provided in the new add on product.
About The Coat
Inspired by classic tailoring, we‘ve created a coat pattern that not only looks fabulous but also is an easy, enjoyable make – without the time-consuming tailoring. With a slim, chic silhouette, The Coat offers a modern twist on the woman‘s winter coat.
Flattering princess seams feature a clever in-seam pocket, while the modern drop sleeves make for a relaxed yet stylish look.
The Coat sewing pattern is incredibly versatile, working well in a range of fabrics from mid-to-heavy weight coating material to lighter woven fabrics – great for an alternative spring trench-coat.
The three quarter length hem is perfect over dresses or trousers, offering both elegance and warmth on a chilly day.
Other features include a notched collar, 2 button front closure, kick pleat and buggy lining (fully faced).
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22
Skill level - Intermediate
Suggested Fabrics
Medium to heavy weight wool, wool blends, linens, boucle, melton
Supplies Needed
Printed Sewing Pattern
Encased in a beautiful re-closable envelope, you'll receive one copy of the sewing pattern sheet printed on high quality 60gsm sewing pattern paper, a photographed step-by-step a5 instruction book, a guide to taking accurate measurements and a checklist card.
Printed Sewing Pattern with additional pattern sheet
The same as the printed sewing pattern option plus an additional sewing pattern sheet. The second pattern sheet copy is perfect for those that don't want to trace or if you are making it in another size.
Digital PDF Pattern
After purchase, you'll instantly receive the digital files which contains:
- Printable PDF sewing pattern in sizes A4, US Letter and A0 Copy Shop
- Instruction book PDF
- Any additional information required to create the sewing pattern.
This is a digital product. You will need to download the files and then print them at home or at a copy shop. The digital instruction book is perfect for working through on your mobile or tablet screen.
The files will be emailed to the email used to purchase the product.
Digital PDF Pattern Plus A0 Pattern Sheet
With this option you'll receive the digitals files via email and will also receive the A0 pattern sheet in the post.
Please note that when you select this option you will receive the digital files via email instantly. Once the A0 pattern sheet has been posted, you'll receive another email to confirm shipment.
Digital sewing patterns
You will need Adobe Reader to open the PDF files - https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
View our helpful guide on digital patterns and how to put them together and FAQ's - https://theavidseamstress.com/how-to-construct-a-digital-pattern/All of our products are in English
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Size GuideWe’ve got a cozy update for our Coat sewing pattern that you’ll absolutely love! Now, you can completely line the coat, perfect for those chilly winter months. This added feature not only elevates your sewing skills but also adds an extra layer of warmth to your handmade creation.
The add on is a digital product only or you can also purchase the pattern sheet with the digital produce. The pattern sheet is for the lining pieces only.
Please note that this is a add on to The Coat sewing pattern and will have different fabric, lining and haberdashery requirements to the original Coat pattern. This add on cannot be made without the original Coat sewing pattern here
Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 22
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Suggested Fabrics
Medium to heavy weight wool, wool blends, linens, boucle, melton
Supplies Needed
Digital PDF Pattern
After purchase, you'll instantly receive the digital files which contains:
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A0 Print At Copy Shop (pattern sheet)
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A4 & US Paper Print At Home (pattern sheet)
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Digital Instruction Book
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Important information PDF Booklet - this includes everything you need to know to create the full lining, supplies needed, pattern pieces, fabric requirements, interfacing, fabric key and how to get in touch. Please read this document before starting.
This is a digital product. You will need to download the files and then print them at home or at a copy shop. The digital instruction book is perfect for working through on your mobile or tablet screen.
The files will be emailed to the email used to purchase the product.
Digital PDF Pattern Plus A0 Pattern Sheet
With this option you'll receive the digitals files via email and will also receive the A0 pattern sheet in the post.
Please note that when you select this option you will receive the digital files via email instantly. Once the A0 pattern sheet has been posted, you'll receive another email to confirm shipment.
Digital sewing patterns
You will need Adobe Reader to open the PDF files - https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
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Pattern sizes - UK 6 - UK 26
Skill level - Beginner (version with no tie) / Confident Beginner (version with tie as there is a buttonhole)
Suggested Fabrics
Light drapy fabrics such as viscose are perfect for The Tunic.
The Tunic can also be made in Cotton, Cotton Lawn, Linen, Poplin and any soft non-stretch woven fabric.
When worn, you will see the wrong side of the fabric at the side seams so pick a fabric you don't mind a flash of the wrong side being seen.
Supplies Needed
- Fabric
- Thread
- Light-weight Iron On Interfacing - 0.50cm (the interfacing must be soft and light-weight). If the fabric is dark use a grey or black interfacing.
- Fabric marker - ideally a fabric marker that can be used on the right side of the fabric and will not permanently mark the fabric.
Tie Version
- Ensure that your sewing machine can do buttonholes.
- You'll need a tool to turn the tie to the right side; either a hand sewing needle that has an large eye and is approx 5cm long or a safety pin or a tie turning tool.
- Buttonhole cutter or unpicker to cut the buttonhole.
- Not essential but a wonderful addition to creating buttonholes: Fray Check - a liquid that you apply to the fabric that helps to stop the buttonhole fraying.
- Printable PDF sewing pattern in sizes A4, US Letter and A0 Copy Shop
- Instruction book PDF
- Any additional information required to create the sewing pattern.
This is a digital product. You will need to download the files and then print them at home or at a copy shop. The digital instruction book is perfect for working through on your mobile or tablet screen.
The files will be emailed to the email used to purchase the product.
Digital PDF Pattern Plus A0 Pattern Sheet
With this option you'll receive the digitals files via email and will also receive the A0 pattern sheet in the post.
Please note that when you select this option you will receive the digital files via email instantly. Once the A0 pattern sheet has been posted, you'll receive another email to confirm shipment.
Digital sewing patterns
You will need Adobe Reader to open the PDF files - https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/
View our helpful guide on digital patterns and how to put them together and FAQ's - https://theavidseamstress.com/how-to-construct-a-digital-pattern/All of our products are in English
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