Named Suvi Caftan Mini and Maxi Dress

Buy the Suvi Caftan Mini and Maxi Dress sewing pattern from Named. Suvi is an easy and versatile pattern that includes two variations: a casual mini dress, and a bohemian maxi dress. Both designs have a deep V-neck, extended shoulder sleeves, and plenty of ease, which is gathered at the waist with a cord. The maxi dress also has a second waist cord, and gathered shoulders for a more elegant look. This design works well in a wide range of fabrics, and by varying the material you can make it into a relaxed everyday dress, an evening gown, or anything in between.

Sewing level: Confident beginner

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: The pattern pieces have been split (to fit on the A0 sheets) and will need to be joined together.

Suggested fabrics: For both variations, choose a lightweight, non-stretch fabric. For an airy and voluminous look, pick a fabric without drape, such as double gauze, cotton lawn or washed linen. For a more flowy and elegant result, choose a drapey fabric, such as viscose challis, crepe or satin.

Fabric requirements: The fabric requirements include a 5% allowance for shrinkage. Note that the fabric consumption may be greater for fabrics with a pattern and for fabrics that need to be cut in one direction.

Mini dress: 150 cm (60") wide fabric: 210 - 225 cm (2 1/4 - 2 1/2 yd) // 115 cm (45") wide fabric: 210 - 295 cm (2 1/4 - 3 1/4 yd).

Maxi dress: 150 cm (60") wide fabric: 320 - 330 cm (3 1/2 - 3 5/8 yd) // 115 cm (45") wide fabric (XS-L only): 320 - 410 cm (3 1/2 - 4 1/2 yd).

Sizing: XS – XXL (approx. UK 4/6 – 26, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

This pattern has been drafted for a 172 cm (5'8") tall person.

Notions: 

Mini dress: 2 cm (3/4") ribbon for the waist cord casing (see chart); cord for the waist cord, your waist circumference + 70 cm (3/4 yd)*.

Maxi dress: 2 cm (3/4") ribbon for the waist cord casing (see chart); 4 cm (1 5/8") ribbon for the shoulder cord casing, 85 cm (1 yd); cord for the shoulder and waist cords, 2 x your waist circumference + 340 cm (3 3/4 yd)*.

* Use a pre-made cord, or make the cord from your fabric.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (45 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (3 sheets) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: Yes.

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