AUSTIN DRESS • Pattern

By Grainline Studio, The Austin Dress is a paper sewing pattern.

Garment Details: Austin is a semi-fitted sleeveless dress with armhole darts and a keyhole opening at the centre front. Customise the Austin with your choice of a knee length A-line or midi-length gathered skirt and add optional patch pockets to carry snacks for you (and your furry friends!). Topstitched seams and button band closures at the side seams add both function and interest.

Sizing: This is a multi-size pattern, including sizes US 0-18 or 14-32. Sizing, finished garment measurements and fabric requirements guide can be found here. 

Priya is wearing a size 8 and is 5'9" tall

Fabric Suggestions: Light to medium weight woven fabrics such as cotton poplin, chambray, denim, linen, linen blends, rayon, and rayon blends. Extra fabric may be needed to match plaids, stripes, or one-way print designs.

Trims required: Matching thread, 16 x 11/16" - ¾" (18mm-19mm) buttons, 1 x 3/8" button, 1 ½" (3.8mm) length of elastic cord and fusible interfacing.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Seam allowances are included in the pattern. 

You will receive an instruction booklet and tissue pattern tucked inside a paper envelope. The pattern is printed in the USA on recycled paper with soy-based inks. 

Photo credits: Grainline Studio