Notches Child/Teen Colombia Shirt and Dress

Buy the Child/Teen Colombia Shirt and Dress sewing pattern from Notches. Colombia is the children's version of Clara: playful, versatile, and fully customisable to your style. You can choose between a Cuban collar (camp collar) or a collarless version, depending on the look you want to create. Go for sleeveless or short sleeves, and optionally add a wide sleeve cuff for extra length and a fun accent.

The different pocket options – from large flap pockets to a small rounded chest pocket, with or without a ruffle – make it especially fun to mix and match. With colour blocking options, such as a contrasting hem, sleeve cuffs, and pocket trim, you can create endless variations.

Colombia is also flexible in length: you can choose from three hem lengths, including a rounded hem that works perfectly for a dress version. The fit is comfortable and allows for plenty of movement, so children can play freely while the garment still looks neat and contemporary.

The matching women's version is available here, and a men's version is available here.

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?

Suggested fabrics: Colombia offers a wide range of fabric possibilities. Choose lightweight, fluid fabrics such as viscose, tencel, or fine cotton for a soft, airy look. Prefer more structure? Opt for slightly heavier fabrics like cotton, double gauze, chambray, or linen for a more boxy appearance. Heavier or more wintery fabrics are perfectly suitable, allowing you to use this pattern all year round. The final result will vary depending on your fabric choice.

Fabric requirements: See image gallery.

Sizing: EU 92 – 176 (approx. 2 – 16 years). Please check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: See image gallery.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (28 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: Yes.

Note: You can choose to print this pattern with or without seam allowances. The copy shop file we print for you includes seam allowances.

Languages: Dutch, French and English.

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