{"product_id":"nina-lee-dolores-drop-waist-dress","title":"Nina Lee Dolores Drop-Waist Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuy the Dolores Drop-Waist Dress sewing pattern from Nina Lee. Dolores is a modern take on the drop-waist silhouette, combining the comfort of knits with the versatility of wovens. Choose between a summer-friendly vest top with bound edges, or a classic boat-neck bodice cleanly finished with a facing and featuring three-quarter length sleeves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe close-fitting bodice is sewn in a knit fabric and the gathered A-line skirt, complete with side seam pockets, is sewn in a woven, allowing for mix-and-match creativity or chic coordination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSewing level:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfident beginner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e– PDF\u003c\/b\u003e (available to download immediately after purchase). \u003cb\u003eWhat is a \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePDF\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop\u003c\/b\u003e (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). \u003cb\u003eWhat is \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCopy Shop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBodice: Medium weight knits with at least 25% stretch and good recovery such as cotton jersey – nothing too light or drapey.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkirt: Lightweight fabrics such as cotton lawn, poplin, lightweight viscose-linen blends, rayon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSizes 6 - 20\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersion 1 vest (knit fabric): 150 cm (60\") wide fabric: 0.7 - 0.8 m (3\/4 - 7\/8 yd) \/\/ 115 cm (45\") wide fabric: 0.7 - 0.8 m (3\/4 - 7\/8 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersion 2 sleeved bodice (knit fabric): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e150 cm (60\") wide fabric: 1.1 - 1.2 m (1 1\/4 yd) \/\/ 115 cm (45\") wide fabric: 1.1 - 1.7 m (1 1\/4 - 1 7\/8 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkirt (woven fabric): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e150 cm (60\") wide fabric: 1.8 m (2 yd) \/\/ 115 cm (45\") wide fabric (sizes 6-10 only): 2.1 m (2 1\/4 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSizes 16 - 28\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersion 1 vest (knit fabric): 150 cm (60\") wide fabric: 0.8 m (7\/8 yd) \/\/ 115 cm (45\") wide fabric: 1.4 - 1.5 m (1 1\/2 - 1 5\/8 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersion 2 sleeved bodice (knit fabric): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e150 cm (60\") wide fabric: 1.1 - 1.2 m (1 1\/4 - 1 3\/8 yd) \/\/ 115 cm (45\") wide fabric: 1.8 - 1.9 m (2 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkirt (woven fabric): \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e150 cm (60\") wide fabric: 2.1 m (2 1\/4 yd). Only fits on 150 cm (60\") wide fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUK 6 – 20 or UK 16 – 28 (approx. UK 6 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e– 20 or UK 18 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e– 28, based on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/sewing-patterns-size-chart\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003estandardised size chart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e). Please also check the designer's size charts and finished garment measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6-20 pattern is drafted for a B cup. The 16-28 pattern has both B and D cup options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA length of 10-12 mm (1\/2\") elastic slightly longer than your hip measurement \/\/ Optional: 25 cm (10\") of 5-8 mm (1\/4-3\/8\") wide clear elastic, ribbon or stay tape to stabilise the bodice shoulders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF pattern includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInstructions; A4\/US letter print-at-home pattern (37 pages for sizes 6-20, 43 pages for sizes 16-28); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets for sizes 6-20, 3 sheets for sizes 16-28) \/\/ Layers: Yes \/\/ Projector file: No.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you’re looking for more maker inspiration, check out the latest \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/sewing-pattern-reviews\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esewing pattern reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e from the sewing community. We also have a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/pages\/blog\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esewing blog\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to keep you up to date with all the news from the world of sewing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nina Lee","offers":[{"title":"PDF (6 - 20)","offer_id":55650384380283,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"PDF (16 - 28 \/ B CUP)","offer_id":55650384413051,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"PDF (16 - 28 \/ D CUP)","offer_id":55650384445819,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8209\/8726\/files\/Buy_the_Dolores_Drop-Waist_Dress_sewing_pattern_from_Nina_Lee_on_The_Fold_Line..jpg?v=1753779604","url":"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/products\/nina-lee-dolores-drop-waist-dress","provider":"The Fold Line","version":"1.0","type":"link"}