I AM Patterns Diana Playsuit and Dress

Buy the Diana Playsuit and Dress sewing pattern from I AM Patterns. I am Diana, a playsuit or pleated dress. You can make me with short sleeves or sleeveless. In each of my versions, I feature a shawl collar and a double-breasted closure that finishes at the hip. The narrow bodice panels lengthen my silhouette. In the playsuit version, I have in-seam pockets. In the dress version, my pleated skirt starts from the hip. Depending on the fabric used, I am equally perfect for a relaxed outing or a dressy party.

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

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50). Note for the PAPER pattern: The pattern pieces overlap, so you will need to trace the pattern. If you prefer a ready-to-cut pattern, try the PDF or copy shop version as the pieces do not overlap. 

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

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: 

Versions A and B and bodice of C and D: Fabric that has a good drape and is not too thick: crepe, Tencel, linen, chambray, cotton or viscose twill, lightweight denim.

Versions C and D: Pleated fabric.

Fabric requirements: 

Version A: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric: 215 - 260 cm (2 3/8 - 2 7/8 yd) // 110 cm (43″) wide fabric: 245 - 305 cm (2 3/4 - 3 3/8 yd).

Version B: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric: 220 - 270 cm (2 3/8 - 3 yd) // 110 cm (43″) wide fabric: 265 - 330 cm (2 7/8 - 3 5/8 yd).

Version C Bodice: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric: 160 - 180 cm (1 3/4 - 2 yd) // 110 cm (43″) wide fabric: 185 - 265 cm (2 - 2 7/8 yd).

Version D Bodice: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric: 170 - 205 cm (1 7/8 - 2 1/4 yd) // 110 cm (43″) wide fabric: 205 - 295 cm (2 1/4 - 3 1/4 yd).

Versions C and D Skirt: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric - vertical pleats: 35 - 80 cm (3/8 - 7/8 yd) // 110 cm (43″) wide fabric - vertical pleats: 65 - 80 cm (3/4 - 7/8 yd) // 140 cm (55″) or 110 cm (43″) wide fabric - horizontal pleats: 60 - 80 cm (3/4 - 7/8 yd).

Sizing: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SIZING OPTIONS CAREFULLY.

PAPER PATTERN: EU 36 – 46 (approx. UK 6/8 – 14). Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.

PDF PATTERN: EU 34 – 52 (approx. UK 6 – 18). Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Interfacing, 80 cm x 95 cm (32" x 38"); six buttons, 2 cm (3/4") diameter // Versions A and C: 1.3 m (52") of 1 cm (3/8") wide double-folded bias tape // Optional: One sew-on snap fastener to close the front wrap if too revealing.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4 and US letter print-at-home patterns (37 pages); A3 pattern (18 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets) // Layers: No // Projector file: No.

Languages: French and English.

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