Closet Core Patterns - Nicks Dress and Blouse
Closet Core Patterns - Nicks Dress and Blouse
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.
Suggested Fabrics: 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, viscose, silk crepe, chiffon, charmeuse, or georgette
- For more body, try: cotton shirting, batiste, voile, chambray, or linen
Notions:
- Coordinating 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)
Difficulty: Intermediate
US Women's sizes 0-20
The pattern envelope includes the full size pattern on tissue paper and instruction booklet with detailed instructions. Instructions are in English and use the imperial and metric systems. All seam allowances are included in the pattern.