NICKS DRESS & BLOUSE • Pattern

By Closet Core Patterns, Nicks Dress & Blouse is a paper sewing pattern.

Garment Details: Inject a little bohemian glamour into your wardrobe with the Nicks Dress + Blouse. In multiple variations with soft gathering and delicate details, it's satisfying to make and a pleasure to wear.

All views feature a loose-fitting V-necked bodice with a gently gathered shoulder and yoke. The slightly puffed sleeve is gathered at the shoulder; choose between a short sleeve, or a long sleeve with wrist pleats for shaping and an elastic gathered cuff. You may also choose between two interchangeable neckline finishes: a simple facing, or a bias-bound neckline with delicate rouleau button loops and buttons. View A is a button-front dress with a comfortable elastic waist, long or short sleeves, and three gathered skirt tiers. View B is a voluminous swing tunic with a gathered hip tier and long or short sleeves. View C is an elegant blouse with a faced neckline and long or short sleeves.

Sizing: This is a multi-size paper pattern in an envelope, including sizes 0–20, sizes 14-32 available directly from Closet Core Patterns website as a PDF download. Sizing, finished garment measurements and fabric requirements can be found here.

Fabric Suggestions: The Nicks Dress & Blouse shines in a variety of light to midweight wovens with moderate drape. We suggest the following:

• For a flowy and ethereal effect, try: rayon challis,  tencel viscose, silk crepe, chiffon, charmeuse, or georgette
• For more body, try: cotton shirting, cotton poplin, cotton sateen, batiste, voile, chambray, or linen

Trims required: Matching thread, buttons for View A and B center front opening, 5 x 1/2" (12 mm), elastic for View A waist and sleeve cuffs, 1/2" (13 mm) wide x 2 yard (2 m), elastic for View C sleeve cuffs, 1/2" (13 mm) wide x 1/2 yard (0.5 m), lightweight fusible interfacing for View C facing, 10" x 10" (25 cm x 25 cm),tube turner or safety pin

Skill Level: Suitable for a confident beginner.

All seam allowances are included and 5/8" unless otherwise stated.

Photo credits: Closet Core Patterns.