Emporia Patterns Delilah Dress PDF

Buy the Delilah Dress sewing pattern from Emporia Patterns. Delilah is a self-drafted sundress made from simple rectangles cut according to your body measurements. While this instructions-based pattern does include pieces for the straps/sleeves and pockets, there are no pattern pieces for the bodice or skirt as these are based on your body measurements and personal choice.

Three strap/sleeve and two pocket options are included. The wiggle strap is a variation of a simple strap, but with a bit of extra ruffly wiggle; the flutter strap gives you a bit of shoulder coverage with some subtle gathering; and the flutter sleeve provides maximum shoulder and upper arm coverage. Combine your chosen strap/sleeve with in-seam side pockets or patch pockets and add a hem frill (or not) to make your perfect sundress!

Sewing level: Confident beginner

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

Suggested fabrics: As the bodice of Delilah is shirred, the designer recommends using a lightweight cotton, such as poplin or lawn, double gauze or seersucker. The ideal fabric to work with is woven, fine and stable. 

Sizing: All adult sizes, and children too, bearing in mind that the larger sleeve options may not be suitable for very small children. 

Notions: Shirring elastic; approx. 1 m of 6 mm wide elastic (depending on your strap length).

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4 print-at-home pattern (8 pages) // A0 copy shop pattern: No // Layers: No // Projector file: No. This pattern includes pattern pieces for the straps/sleeves and pockets only. No other pattern pieces are required.

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