Madalynne Lexee Corset Dress

Buy the Lexee Corset Dress sewing pattern from Madalynne. Lexee is a romantic, corset-inspired duster dress featuring a lace-up front bodice with metal grommets and a softly gathered skirt. The design includes voluminous long sleeves with subtle ruching and dramatic bell cuffs that add movement and elegance. The open-front skirt creates a layered effect and flows into a full maxi length. Pairs perfectly with a pair of jeans and heels.

Sewing level: Intermediate

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

– 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?

Note if purchasing copy shop printing: Some of the pattern pieces have been split (to fit on the A0 sheets) and will need to be joined together.

Suggested fabrics and fabric requirements: 

MAIN FABRIC (4 3/4 yd): Lightweight cottons such as cotton voile, cotton lawn, cotton batiste, cotton gauze. Other ideal fabrics include chambray and linen.

STRENGTH LAYER (3/4 yd): Coutil, canvas, drill.

Sizing: XS – 5X (approx. UK 6 – 32, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer's size chart.

Notions: Ten to twenty 4-5 mm grommets depending on the size you are making; 3 yd of ribbon, macrame, or any string that is non stretch; 2 yd of 3/8-1/2" flat or picot plush elastic.

PDF pattern includes: Step-by-step instructions; A4 print-at-home pattern (64 pages); US letter print-at-home pattern (72 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (4 sheets) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: No. Note: This pattern must be printed in colour. 

Note: You might also be interested in the DIY kits Madalynne has created to accompany her patterns. These contain all the notions you need for your sewing project.

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