I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress
I AM Patterns

I AM Patterns Orion Top and Dress

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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 printed A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day.
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Buy the Orion Top and Dress sewing pattern from I AM Patterns. Elegant, modern and versatile, you can wear me as a pleated dress when you dress up or as a straight dress for a more structured look. I can also be made as a top.

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

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50). These are the last paper copies of this pattern as it is no longer in print – catch them while you can! 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:

Bodice: Crepe, chambray, poplin, cotton twill, cotton flannel, viscose, thin denim.

Skirt: Pleated fabric.

Fabric requirements:

Dress: 140 cm (60") wide fabric: Bodice and sleeves, 1.4 m (1 9/16 yd) // Skirt, 75 cm (30").

Top: 140 cm (60") wide fabric: Bodice and sleeves, 1.3 m (1 7/16 yd).

Collar: 90 cm (35") wide fabric: 35 cm (12").

Sizing: EU 36 - 46 (approx. UK 6 - 14). Please check the size chart.

Notions: 3 invisible stud buttons; 75 cm (30") of 1 cm (3/8") wide bias.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (30 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets) // Layers: No // Projector file: No.

Languages: French and English.

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Juska
Orion Blouse - I Am Patterns

Orion blouse is a loose fitted boxy blouse with a Peter Pan collar. It has bust darts to create a bit of shape and a back button placket with a snap closure. The pattern also comes with the dress option but I didn’t try that out, yet.

The pattern is available both in a printed form as in a pdf file, which is the format I chose. The sizes go from 36 to 46, but since they are French sizes they are smaller than the standard European sizes. I again went for the size 38, which was perfect for me.

Some months ago I picked these dark blue and white pique-like fabrics that I knew would suit perfectly for this style. The fabrics are probably polyester and drape beautifully. I went for the practical dark blue for the blouse. However, I wanted to emphasise the collar and make it white but I had a problem: I was worried that the white collar would catch colour in wash and turn to dull light blue. I made a little wash test and still wasn’t convinced. So, I decided not to risk it and make a detachable collar instead.

The pattern comes with both French and English instructions. They have a lot of images to explain the different steps which is great. I did not really pay much attention to the instructions since this top was quite simple to construct and because I did the collar differently. However, I would recommend cutting about 3 mm away from the bottom collar pieces so that the peter pan collar turns nicely with the seams underneath the top collar pieces.

I really love this blouse. It feels super comfortable but is still chic. The darts give the loose fitted Orion a bit definition but the look is still modern and minimalistic. The Peter Pan collar adds a bit of vintage vibe without making the blouse costumey. The sleeves drape beautifully.

I can warmly recommend this pattern for everybody. It needs a bit of experience but is basically an easy project to make. More images and information on how I made the detachable collar can be found on my blog.